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Renault Clio vs VW ID.4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (16600 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Clio or VW ID.4?

Renault Clio

VW ID.4

4.6 (3 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 clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17987 £.

ID.4

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 VW ID.4 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 474 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Renault Clio is significantly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 851 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs noticeable better – up to 1575 L, which is about 399 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 to a small extent takes the win – 551 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.4 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
Renault Clio
VW ID.4

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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.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Renault Clio
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
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.