Renault Clio hatchback 2014 pictures

The Clio is fun to drive, but the relatively soft suspension does allow a fair amount of body lean in corners

Petrol engines include a 0.9 or 1.2-litre which can return impressive economy, so long as a turbo is fitted

There are two versions of the 1.5-litre diesel, with either 89 or 109bhp, which both have average economy topping 80mpg

Thanks to decent refinement and comfort, the Renault Clio is adept at motorway driving

The Clio's designers have cleverly hidden the rear door handles, so it looks sporty despite being a five-door

In fact, the Clio is one of the most stylish models in its class, and its influence can be seen in the Kadjar SUV

Large headlights with built-in daytime running lights help the Clio stand out and improve safety

Top Dynamique S Nav versions of the Clio come fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels

A petrol TCe engine is our recommendation if you drive less than 12,000 miles each year

The rear doors make access to the back seats easy, but they are quite cramped because of the sloping roofline

The Clio has a pretty large boot - measuring 300 litres - which is larger than several of its key rivals

A makeover in 2016 improved the Clio's interior with some better finishes and updated technology

Overall it's a pleasant place to spend time, but there are some cheaper plastics lower down

It's worth upgrading to the Technopack with an R-Link touchscreen, with better graphics and TomTom sat nav