Renault Clio III RS 197
Description
The third generation of the Renault Clio was a B-segment car launched in 2005 and facelifted in 2009.
The first performance version of the model was the Renault Clio III RS 197, fitted with a revised version of the 2.0 liter naturally aspirated engine producing 197 hp (145 kw) of power and 214 Nm of torque, combined with a new 6 speed manual gearbox. The car accelerated from 0-100 km/h in 6,9 seconds and could reach a top speed of 216 km/h (134 mph). Other modifications included double axis strut system, wider tracks, larger anti-roll bars, reworked and stiffer suspension with aluminium components, reinforced programmed deflection torsion beam and specifically-developed Continental Sport Contact 3 tyres with lighter 17 inch rims (215/45 R17).
The car was also available with the Cup chassis that included lowered ride height (7 mm), uprated damper calibration, increased torsional rigidity (+10%) and closer ratio steering (7,5% quicker).
Visually, the Renault Clio III RS 197 featured a wider bodykit with unique body panels that distinguished it from the rest of the Clio III range. It included redesigned bumpers, wider front and rear fenders, different sides, extractor vents behind the front wheels, a diffuser and double exhaust pipes at the back. Inside, the Clio III RS featured sport bucket seats by Recaro.
In 2009 the car was replaced by the facelifted Renault Clio III RS 200 which featured various visual and mechanical upgrades.
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Additional information
Model | Renault Clio III RS 197 |
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Production | 2007-2009 |
Segment | B |
Doors | 3 |
Layout | FWD |
Engine Displacement | 1998 cm3 |
Cylinders | L4 |
Induction | Naturally Aspirated |
Fuel | Gasoline |
Fuel System | Multipoint Fuel Injection |
Power (hp) | 197 |
Power (kw) | 145 |
Power (@rpm) | @7250 rpm |
Torque (Nm) | 214 |
Torque (@rpm) | @5550 rpm |
0-100km/h | 6,9 |
Top Speed (km/h) | 216 km/h |
Top Speed (mph) | 134 mph |
Consumption (lt/100km) | 8,9 |
CO2 (g/km) | 209 g/km |
Gearbox | 6 MT |
Weight | 1240 kg |
Length | 3990 mm |
Width | 1768 mm |
Height | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase | 2586 mm |
Front Track | 1519 mm |
Rear Track | 1519 mm |
Boot Space | 289 |
Tire Size | 215/45 R17 |
Front Brakes | 312 mm Ventilated Discs |
Rear Brakes | 300 mm Discs |