After being discontinued in Brazil, the Renault Group launches the incredible Clio Turbo in Europe. Would the model that was already a sales success have a chance again among Brazilians?

In a surprising turn in the automotive market, Renault presents the Clio Turbo, a model that promises to redefine the standards of efficiency, design and performance. With innovative features and a latest generation turbocharged engine, the Clio Turbo emerges as the perfect answer for those looking for a compact vehicle without giving up power and economy. This launch, equipped with a 1.0 three-cylinder engine capable of generating 90 horsepower, presents a bold proposal which, without a doubt, will be greatly missed on Brazilian streets.

Engine of the new Renault Clio Turbo

Under the hood, the new Clio Turbo hides a 1.0 three-cylinder engine capable of delivering 90 horsepower. This configuration is an intelligent response to European demands for vehicles that combine adequate performance and low consumption, since in Europe, taxes grow in proportion to engine power.

Design and equipment

The design of the Clio Turbo leaves nothing to be desired. With modern lines and top-notch finishes, this model stands out both outside and inside. The full LED headlights, Renault's signature light, and the 16-inch wheels with Bridgestone Turanza tires are just the beginning of a long list of attributes that make it special.

Internally, the Clio Turbo surprises with a soft-touch finish on the dashboard and doors, seats that mix leather and fabric for greater comfort in all seasons, and chrome details that highlight Renault's attention to quality and design. And, features like digital air conditioning, a premium sound system, and a fully digital instrument panel elevate the driving experience.

Technology and security

The Clio Turbo is packed with technology. With lane assistants, automatic headlight adjustment, and a complete multimedia system, this model is prepared to meet the needs of the modern driver. Safety is also a priority, with airbags, an Isofix system for child seats, and even a spare tire – a rarity in European vehicles.

Renault Clio Turbo price and availability

Available from 19.000 euros in Europe, the Clio Turbo presents an attractive package that combines performance, efficiency, and a generous list of equipment. Although not scheduled for Brazil, this model will certainly leave many Brazilian consumers dreaming of what could be if Renault decided to bring it to the National market.

In short, the new Renault Clio Turbo is proof of the brand's commitment to innovation, offering a compact vehicle that doesn't skimp on quality, performance or style. A shame that, for now, it will only remain in the dreams of Brazilian enthusiasts.

History of the Renault Clio in Brazil

The trajectory of the Renault Clio in Brazil is a reflection of the evolution and constant adaptation of the automobile industry to the demands and preferences of local consumers. Launched by French automaker Renault, the Clio arrived on the Brazilian market promising to revolutionize the compact car segment with an audacious proposal: offering standard equipment that, at the time, was considered optional for the category.

Among its innovations, it stood out for being the first popular car in Brazil to equip all its versions with double airbags as standard, a significant advance in terms of safety. And of course, it incorporated ventilated disc brakes, sub-chassis suspension and hydraulic stop, raising the level of quality and comfort for a vehicle of its class.

Sold with 1.0 and 1.6 engine options, both 8 and 16 valves, the Clio has adapted to the different needs of its users, varying its power and performance over the years. However, with the arrival of the Renault Sandero, the Clio was gradually repositioned into the automaker's entry-level category in the country, marking a significant change in its commercial trajectory.

Clio production in Latin America took place in both Argentina and Brazil, more precisely at the São José dos Pinhais (PR) factory, until 2016. In 2017, Renault ended production of the Clio in Brazil, replacing it. o by the Renault Kwid as the brand's entry-level model.

Throughout its presence in the Brazilian market, the Clio has undergone several updates and restylings, always seeking to align itself aesthetically with its European counterpart and meet the demands of a market in constant transformation. In its last phase, the Clio was simplified, losing some of its most praised equipment, such as the standard double airbag, to the detriment of a more aggressive cost-benefit strategy.

Clio's farewell, after more than two decades of sales in Brazil, closed an important chapter for Renault in the country. The model left a legacy of innovation, especially in terms of safety and equipment offerings in popular cars, redefining expectations and establishing new standards for the segment.