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Renault Clio vs VW T-Roc – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Clio or VW T-Roc fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Clio has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the VW T-Roc costs 26400 £. That’s a price difference of around 9853 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.50 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Clio has a barely noticeable edge – offering 158 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW T-Roc performs somewhat better – reaching 212 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW T-Roc pulls a bit stronger with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is clearly perceptible lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 341 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Roc offers to a small extent more room – 475 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW T-Roc performs a bit better – up to 1350 L, which is about 174 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, VW T-Roc to a small extent takes the win – 515 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Clio proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Clio is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,600
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Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 5.3 L
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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 T-Roc

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The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
26400 - 38000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 5
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4271 - 4373 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1811 - 1828 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1527 - 1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1350 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
187 - 212 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
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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