The Renault Clio is one of those models that has permeated the collective imagination. It seems incredible but his life began in the now distant year 1990 to take over from another mythical model: the 5. Throughout these more than thirty years has had five generations. The last one was released in 2019 and although aesthetically it represents an evolution with respect to its predecessor, in technology it made a great leap. Especially when integrating the E-TECH hybrid powertrain.
However, the electrification of the automobile sector and that of Renault itself their existence was called into question. Basically because the development of this type of vehicle is focusing on the most profitable segments. Hence, the utilities do not enter the plans of the manufacturers. But now we know that there will be a sixth generation Clio although the way to execute it the same does not convince all its files. Take note of everything and judge it for yourself...
The sixth generation of the Renault Clio will be a deep restyling of the current one, although with renewed technology...
Thanks to L'argus we have known that Renault would already be working on a sixth generation Clio. But it would not be a development from scratch, but rather a deep restyling of the current iteration that was born in 2019. Still, before it sees the light it will have to face another update that should debut in 2023. At that time the 1.2 TCe engine will catch up to comply with emissions regulations and will arrive with 90, 100, 110 and 130 hp...
Later, for the sixth installment, he will be associated with a 48 volt secondary power grid. According to this medium, the platform and all its technique will be shared with the fifth. However, to avoid wear and tear on sales, the interior and exterior design will be conveniently renewed. In addition, the engineering team would be working on a new E-TECH hybrid train with an updated 1.8 engine and a more compact electric unit created by Whylot.
And up to here we can read because L'argus does not give more details. In theory the 6th generation Clio could see the light in 2026 once the new 5 enters the scene. We will have to be very attentive to its evolution because if Mitsubishi is going to launch a Colt based on its base and technology, the Japanese could give clues of what is to come. In any case, the future seems complicated for the Clio and more seeing that Renault bets on other alternatives in this segment...
Source - L'argus
More information about this model
- Plazas 5
- Power 91 - 145 hp
- Consumption 3,9 - 5,4l/100km
- Assessment 4,4