Renault Clio R.S. Trophy was added to high-performance range of cars made by Renault in 2015, as a limited edition. Here we have the car with the number 0014. Compared with the Renault Clio R.S. 200 EDC, Trophy limited edition version features a more powerful engine (20 extra hp, and extra 40 Nm of torque), a sportier chassis and refined EDC transmission (shifts 30% faster). The limitededition Clio R.S. 220 EDC Trophy is available with a new body colour and comes with new 18-inch wheels, unprecedented sports seats, and carbon-look interior trim details. The car is available only in 5-door configuration and only with an EDC dual-clutch gearbox.
Details
Make: Renault
Model: Renault Clio R.S. / Renault Clio R.S. Trophy / Renault Clio R.S. Trophy 220 EDC
Production: 2015-
Body type: hatchback, 5 seats
VIN: VF15R930D53143278
Price without VAT: 24,083 Euros
Engine: 1.6-litre (1,618 cc) in-line four-cylinder turbocharged engine (code M5Mt 401), direct sequential fuel injection. The maximum output is 162 kW/220 PS/hp at 6,050 rpm and peak torque is 260 Nm (approx. 191 ft-lbs) at 2,000 rpm (280 Nm/206 ft-lbs in fourth and fifth gears).
Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission (dual clutch, EDC – Efficient Dual Clutch) and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Tyres: Michelin Pilot Super Sport 205/40 ZR18 86Y
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 6.6 seconds
Top speed: 235 km/h
Declared average fuel consumption: 5.9 liters of petrol per 100 km
Emissions: EU6, 135 g CO2/km
Fuel tank (l): 45
Dimensions (mm): L 4,090 / w 1,732 / h 1,432
Luggage compartment capacity (l): 300-1,146
Wheelbase (mm): 2,589
Weight (DIN/EU): 1,204 kg/1,279 kg
Cd: –
Front suspension: Independent McPherson strut with rectangular lower wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar, hydraulic compression stops.
Rear suspension: Programmed flexible beam axle, coil springs.
Main standard equipment
Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, curtain airbags for front and rear seats; ABS; ESC/ESP (dual mode, disconnectable); cruise control; speed limiter; LED DRL; automatic air conditioning; 4 electrically powered windows; trip computer; height and depth adjustable steering column; heated side mirrors and electrically adjustable and foldable; leather interior; heated front seats; leather steering wheel; keyless entry and start; rain sensor; light sensor.
Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)
Black Metallic Paint (433); R-Link multimedia system with R.S. Monitor 2.0, navigation and smartphone connectivity (208); Europe map (100); USB and Bluetooth; rear parking sensors and rearview camera (375).
Comments
+ nice dual clutch gearbox
+ very good engine performance
+ very nice exhaust sound
+ very well balanced suspension
+ very well weighted steering system
+ very good seats
+ easy to use R-Link multimedia system with touchscreen
– crappy sound system (music)
Driven by Adrian M. for 363 km, 10.9 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 2,628 km total mileage of the car.
Filmed at AFI Palace Cotroceni
