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Renault Clio vs Toyota Yaris - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (16600 £ vs 21900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or Toyota Yaris?

Renault Clio

Toyota Yaris

3.6 (2 Reviews)
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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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the Toyota Yaris costs 21900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Yaris

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Yaris has a clearly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs evident better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls convincingly stronger with 390 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

Clio

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is barely noticeable lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1124 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers evident more room – 391 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs distinct better – up to 1176 L, which is about 241 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris a bit takes the win – 525 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Yaris is clearly superior overall 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.

Renault Clio
Toyota Yaris

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Yaris

Toyota Yaris

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 9.5 L

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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Toyota Yaris

3.6 (2 Reviews)
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The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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Renault Clio
Toyota Yaris

Costs and Consumption

Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.