Sixth-Gen Renault Clio Debuts with Bigger Size, Sportier Design, and More Features

The ongoing Munich Motor Show is drawing attention with some of the biggest product reveals, including the new-generation iX3. Renault has also taken the opportunity to showcase the Clio, its beloved model, as it enters the sixth generation. For the uninitiated, the Clio has been a symbol of innovation and an enduring appeal for the French carmaker ever since its launch in 1990. It has twice been named European Car of the Year, and has sold nearly 17 million units worldwide. As of 2025, the model holds the title of Europe's best-selling car. Let's take a closer look at key highlights of the sixth-gen Renault Clio. 

Sixth-gen Renault Clio: Exterior and Interior Design

The sixth-generation Clio balances focus on both evolution and identity. It preserves the recognisable silhouette that has defined the nameplate for decades, but adds a bold and more sculpted, and aggressive design language. With its sharper lines, wider and more detailed grille, and pointed LED headlights, the car claims to deliver a sharper and more visually dynamic impact on roads. It features a sculpted rear bumper and revised taillights.

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In its sixth generation, the Renault Clio has grown slightly in size. It now measures 4,116mm in length and 1,768mm in width, with a modestly stretched wheelbase of 2,591mm. While its height remains nearly unchanged at 1,451mm, the widened track and refined proportions give it a more planted stance on the road.

The interior has embraced a more modern, minimalist style. It includes a dedicated row of physical climate controls, a dual-screen setup (replacing the previous model’s vertical infotainment layout). Other highlights include 391 litres of cargo space, a new column shifter, USB-C ports, and added storage. 

Sixth-gen Renault Clio: Powertrain

The new Renault Clio offers a full-hybrid system with a 1.8-litre Atkinson-cycle engine paired with two electric motors, delivering 158bhp. It can drive up to 80% of the time in electric mode in city conditions, with a combined fuel efficiency of 3.9 litres per 100 km (60 mpg) and a total range of around 1,000 kilometres. The hybrid system uses a smart multimodal gearbox with multiple gear ratios for seamless power delivery.

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Meanwhile, entry-level versions stick with a turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine, delivering 113bhp with a manual or dual-clutch gearbox options. The model also comes with a 1.2-litre Eco-G engine that runs on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). It produces 118bhp and 200Nm, paired exclusively with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.