2010 Renault Clio — Full Specifications
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The 2010 Renault Clio belongs to the Clio III generation, built 2005–2011. 2010 was year 6 of its run. The Clio IV replaced it from 2012. Model years from 2009 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2010 car is a post-facelift example. New engines for 2010: 2.0 F4R 832 R.S.. Body styles: hatchback, estate. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.2 D4F 740 16v, 1.2 TCe 100 D4FT, 1.6 K4M 16v (112 PS), 1.6 K4M 16v (135 PS) and more. Owners often keep a Renault Clio workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Clio III Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Renault Clio model years from 2005 to 2011 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2009. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2010 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 D4F 740 16v | Petrol | 1.2 L | 76 PS |
| 1.2 TCe 100 D4FT | Petrol | 1.2 L | 101 PS |
| 1.6 K4M 16v (112 PS) | Petrol | 1.6 L | 112 PS |
| 1.6 K4M 16v (135 PS) | Petrol | 1.6 L | 135 PS |
| 2.0 F4R 832 R.S. | Petrol | 2 L | 204 PS |
| 1.5 dCi K9K 8v (86 PS) | Diesel | 1.5 L | 86 PS |
| 1.5 dCi K9K 8v (106 PS) | Diesel | 1.5 L | 106 PS |
| Body styles | Hatchback · Estate |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 4-speed · 5-speed Quickshift |
| Generation | Clio III (2005-2014) |
| Facelift | 2009 (2010 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2010 Renault Clio
Running Costs: 2010 Renault Clio
Running costs for a 2010 Renault Clio depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2010 Renault Clio Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Renault Clio. Look the Renault Clio up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2010 Renault Clio?
The 2010 Renault Clio is part of the Clio III (2005-2014) generation, produced 2005–2011. The facelift arrived in 2009, so a 2010 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2010 Renault Clio come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.2 D4F 740 16v (petrol); 1.2 TCe 100 D4FT (petrol); 1.6 K4M 16v (112 PS) (petrol); 1.6 K4M 16v (135 PS) (petrol); 2.0 F4R 832 R.S. (petrol); 1.5 dCi K9K 8v (86 PS) (diesel); 1.5 dCi K9K 8v (106 PS) (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2010 Renault Clio come in?
This generation was offered as: Hatchback, Estate.
What gearbox does the 2010 Renault Clio have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 4-speed, 5-speed Quickshift, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2010 Renault Clio?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Renault Clio at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.