Along with the rest of the Clio range, Renault also launched the revised the RS (Renaultsport) model in Geneva. Highlights include a more powerful 2.0-litre naturally aspirated engine that now delivers 147.5 kW, chassis modifications and of course, the cosmetic upgrades.
Like the rest of the range, the hot Clio gets a new fascia featuring Renaultsport’s new styling identity cues such as the blacked out centre section of the front bumper, front splitter, and a subtly restyled rear end with new tail lights and a different rear diffuser.
The Clio RS is powered by an upgraded version of the outgoing model’s normally-aspirated 2.0 16V engine. Peak power has been increased by 2.5 kW to 147.5 kW at 7,100rpm and now produces its maximum torque of 215Nm at 5,400rpm (compared with 5,500rpm for the previous Clio RS). The first, second and third gear ratios have all been shortened for punchier acceleration. The new Clio RS accelerates from standstill to 100km/h or in 6.9 seconds while top speed increases by 10 km/h to 225 km/h.
Another benefit of powertrain upgrades is the fact that its fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have been slightly reduced to 8.2 l/100km in the combined cycle and 195g/km.
Renaultsport engineers also widened the front and rear tracks by 48mm and 50mm respectively while the wheelbase is extended by 10mm to 2,585mm for greater stability. Furthermore, the rear suspension features a stiffened programmed deflection torsion beam.
The new Clio RS is available in two guises, the basic RS and the more hardcore Cup which has a stiffer chassis and is 36kg lighter than the standard version.
Adapted from CarScoop
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