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Renault Clio vs VW ID.3 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Clio or VW ID.3 fits your lifestyle better.

Renault Clio

VW ID.3

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Clio has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the VW ID.3 costs 28600 £. That’s a price difference of around 11983 £.

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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 VW ID.3 has a clearly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.3 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls decisively stronger with 545 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Renault Clio is significantly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1787 kg. The difference is around 663 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers barely noticeable more room – 391 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.3 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1267 L, which is about 91 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.3 barely noticeable takes the win – 473 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Renault Clio
VW ID.3

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VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 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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VW ID.3

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
28600 - 49300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4264 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1809 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1564 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
437 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW

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Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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