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Renault Clio vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Suzuki Vitara?

Renault Clio vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Clio

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Clio is noticeably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Clio uses 4.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Suzuki Vitara offers moderately more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers visibly more torque with 307 Nm compared to 190 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm more.

Clio

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Clio is barely lighter – 1,202 kg compared to 1,255 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers somewhat more boot space – 375 L compared to 327 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Clio carries barely more – 463 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Reviews Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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technoman
31 Mar 2026, 08:36:27

Having owned a clio now for the last 8 years we have found the 0.9ltr engine to work well both around town and on motorways . Averaging around 45mpg on mixed driving. The 3 cylinder engine has no cambelt to worry about . Interior has worked and worn well . No defects at all during owner ship BUT the striking red paintwork (metallic) is showing deterioration and is expensive to put right and this would be the only reason for dropping a star off the rating . There are two main services on the car an A and a B service. All they do on the A service is change the cabin filter and do the usual safety checks which costa around £120 the second B service is oil and filter change around £230 but at 36000 miles need air filter and brake fluid change which can add another £120

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Suzuki Vitara

The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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4.5 (5 Reviews)
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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 23,700 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
92 - 118 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,202 - 1,316 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 327 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,768 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
453 - 463 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
190 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Suzuki
What drivetrain options does the Renault Clio have?

The Renault Clio is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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