Comparison
Clio R.S. Line (Diamond Black) vs Clio Expression (2012) (Mercury)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Renault · 2026 Clio R.S. Line Diamond Black Remove |  Renault · 2012 Clio Expression (2012) Mercury Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Clio |
| Variant / Trim | R.S. Line | Expression |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2026▲ best | 2012 |
| Powertrain | HEV | ICE |
| Segment | B | B |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | France | France |
| Availability | On sale | Discontinued |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Diamond Black | Mercury |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | 1.6L E-Tech full hybrid | 1.2L TCe turbo petrol |
| Displacement | 1,598 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | — | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 140 hp▲ best | 90 hp |
| Max torque | 205 Nm▲ best | 135 Nm |
| Transmission | E-Tech automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.9 s▲ best | 11.7 s |
| Top speed | 175 km/h | 178 km/h▲ best |
| Fuel consumption | 4.3 L/100km▲ best | 5 L/100km |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,050 mm | 4,062 mm |
| Width | 1,798 mm | 1,732 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm | 1,448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,583 mm | 2,589 mm▲ best |
| Ground clearance | 136 mm▲ best | 130 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,260 kg | 1,096 kg |
| Boot capacity | 301 L▲ best | 300 L |
| Fuel tank | 42 L | 45 L▲ best |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | torsion beam | torsion beam |
| Front brakes | ventilated discs | ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | drums | drums |
| Wheel size | 17 in | 15 in |
| Tyre size | 205/45 R17 | 185/65 R15 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Synthetic leather | Fabric |
| Climate control | manual | manual |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | — |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 9 in▲ best | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | No |
| Android Auto | Wireless | No |
| Speakers | 4 | 4 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 4▲ best | 2 |
| ADAS level | L2 | None |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | — |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | — |
| 360° camera | ✓ | — |
| Parking sensors | Rear | None |
| ISOFIX points | 2 | 2 |
| Tyre-pressure monitoring | ✓ | — |
| Warranty & Ownership | ||
| Vehicle warranty (years) | 5 yr▲ best | 3 yr |
| Vehicle warranty (distance) | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |