TryGOLD- Free

BEST SMALL CAR
What Car? UK|Awards 2025
RENAULT CLIO 1.0 TCe 90 Techno
BEST SMALL CAR

WHILE THE REINVENTION of the Renault 5 (R5) is an exciting step in the French brand's future direction, it doesn't spell the end of the more traditional Clio any time soon. The fact that the retroinspired R5 is electric and a step up in price from the slightly larger, petrol-engined Clio means there's plenty of room in Renault's line-up for both of these small hatchbacks to co-exist happily, catering for slightly different audiences. And that's terrific news, because the Clio is too good - and too popular to be put out to pasture just yet.

The Clio is available as a hybrid that promises economy of up to 67.3mpg, but it's the regular 1.0-litre petrol that we favour; it's a fair bit cheaper to buy and still delivers excellent real-world efficiency, helping to keep running costs low. True, it isn't quite as quick as some rivals, but it's more than nippy enough dashing around town, and the Clio doesn't feel out of its depth at motorway speeds.

This story is from the Awards 2025 edition of What Car? UK.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

BEST SMALL CAR
Gold Icon

This story is from the Awards 2025 edition of What Car? UK.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM WHAT CAR? UKView All
BEST FAMILY CAR
What Car? UK

BEST FAMILY CAR

TOYOTA COROLLA 1.8 Hybrid Icon

time-read
2 mins  |
Awards 2025
Playing the long game
What Car? UK

Playing the long game

A new generation of family-friendly electric SUVs with lengthy official ranges and keen pricing has arrived. Let's find out which of them is best prepared to meet your needs in the years ahead

time-read
10 mins  |
Awards 2025
Ford Puma Gen-E
What Car? UK

Ford Puma Gen-E

Small electric SUV builds on the petrol-engined Puma's talents when it comes to practicality On sale Spring Price from £29,995

time-read
2 mins  |
Awards 2025
Toyota Land Cruiser
What Car? UK

Toyota Land Cruiser

Latest iteration of this 4x4 gets chunky new looks and a modern interior but mostly sticks with a proven formula On sale Now Price from £74,995

time-read
5 mins  |
Awards 2025
Coming around again
What Car? UK

Coming around again

The Mini Cooper has seen many reinventions during the past seven decades, and now Renault's much-loved small car of the 1970s is following suit-exclusively with electric power. We test the two back to back

time-read
7 mins  |
Awards 2025
WHEN A BATTERY MEETS ITS MAKER
What Car? UK

WHEN A BATTERY MEETS ITS MAKER

End of life isn't necessarily the end of the story for electric car batteries, as Claire Evans finds out

time-read
5 mins  |
Awards 2025
Honda O Series SUV
What Car? UK

Honda O Series SUV

Distinctive SUV with advanced driver assistance spearheads the brand's new electric line-up On sale 2026 Price from £46,000 (est)

time-read
3 mins  |
Awards 2025
Mercedes-Benz EQE 500
What Car? UK

Mercedes-Benz EQE 500

The EQE 500 bridges the gap between the long-range 350+ and performance-focused AMG 53 On sale Now Price from £82,605

time-read
2 mins  |
Awards 2025
Toyota Urban Cruiser
What Car? UK

Toyota Urban Cruiser

Versatile small electric SUV brings a 249-mile official range On sale Autumn Price from £36,000 (est)

time-read
3 mins  |
Awards 2025

We use cookies to provide and improve our services. By using our site, you consent to cookies. Learn more