Clio GT at BB Polokwane Renault

DESIGNED in the same spirit that continues to prove so popular with Renault Mégane buyers, the new Clio GT-Line is ready to boost the Clio’s already extensive South African fan base.

The GT-Line a has sporty stance, setting it apart from its Clio peers. Review took it for a short stint and returned impressed with the overall package this Clio has to offer.

The addition of the Overboost function nestling under the bonnet serves to power up the performance of Clio’s already impressive F1-inspired energy 66kW turbo engine, giving the GT-Line a proven and powerful edge.

Mirroring several of the proven and popular design elements seen at the Renault Mégane GT-Line launch, these have been adapted for and carried over to its Clio sibling.

With the increasing market shift towards engine downsizing for economy and ecological reasons alike, Renault introduced its 66kW turbo engine with Stop and Start technology, which results in zero emission and zero consumption when stationary, while the Clio GT-Line is equipped with the F1-inspired design 900cc 66kW turbo engine, which includes the Overboost function.

It packs an added punch that squeezes out an additional 4kW and 15Nm in seconds and third gears for up to 20 seconds and pushing peak power output to 70kW at 5 250rpm and 150Nm of torque at 2 500rpm. Average fuel consumption as provided by the manufacturer is 4.5 litres per 100km and CO² emissions is 105g per km is significant.

The front-end styling features Renault’s familiar diamond-shaped logo on the radiator grille and set against a glossy black background. Thanks to styling made more distinctive with the headlight units that boast chrome detail and LED daytime running lights incorporated into the specifically sporty-styled GT front bumper, the Clio GT-Line’s sleek, sporty silhouette is instantly recognisable.

While the exterior styling suggests a three-door coupé, the Clio GT-Line has five doors with the rear door handles concealed close to the rear quarter lights. Modern and ergonomic on the inside, the on-board look, feel and experience is as important as the GT-Line’s exterior good looks.

The Clio GT-Line comes out with plush, high-tech materials and the combination of the glossy black and chrome detail serves to underpin the interior’s impressive good looks too.

An integrated and intuitive multimedia system inclusive of navigation, MediaNav is practical, simple and super smart. With its high-end entertainment and communications console and a host of value-add features including a radio, media connections for portable music devices, hands-free telephony thanks to Bluetooth® connectivity plus navigation and quick access to all the settings via the 18 cm touch screen is just a fingertip away.

The Clio GT-Line is also equipped with a new smart sound system integrated into the front doors’ loudspeakers. Known as Renault Bass Reflex, this system delivers the volume and listening enjoyment of a 30-litre home speaker enclosure. MediaNav® is an advanced on-board touch screen navigation system, but not so much that owners will not be able to use it.

Value-added fitments to the new Clio GT-Line include:

• GT design front bumpers incorporating daytime running LED lights.

• GT design rear bumper with F1 inspired rear diffuser in dark metal.

• GT-Line badging on the tailgate.

• GT design 17-inch alloys.

• A Chrome finish exhaust tailpiece.

• Dark metal details daytime running light trim, door beading insert, door mirror housings.

• Body-coloured lower door protective strips with dark metal insert.

• A Renault Sport door sill guard.

In addition, standard across the Clio GT-Line newcomers is a comprehensive line-up of active and passive safety features that include:

• A traction control system.

• Anti-lock brake system.

• Electronic brakeforce distribution.

• Emergency brake assist.

• Driver, passenger and side airbags.

• Electric variable-rate power steering.

• Cruise control and speed limiter.

• A card key.

• Electric windows.

The New Clio GT-Line models are sold with a five-year or 150 000km mechanical warranty, a three-year or 45 000km service plan and a six-year anti-corrosion warranty.

Pricing:

• Renault Clio GT-Line – R224 900.

The new Clio GT-Line is now available at BB Polokwane Renault on the corner of Excelsior and Landdros Maré Street and their contact number is (015) 287 1300.