Renault Clio V6
The ultimate mid-engined French pocket rocket.
- Power
- 255 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.9 s
- Top speed
- 152 mph
- Est. value
- $60k–$110k
About the Renault Clio V6
The Phase 2 Clio V6 was a significant evolution of Renault's mid-engined experiment, moving production in-house to the Alpine factory in Dieppe. Unlike the TWR-built Phase 1, the Phase 2 benefited from a longer wheelbase, wider front track, and revised suspension geometry to address the original's notoriously twitchy handling. The 3.0-litre V6 was tuned to produce 255 PS, making it the most powerful hot hatch in the world at the time of its launch. It remains a singular piece of automotive engineering, combining a humble supermini silhouette with a supercar-style layout.
Renault Clio V6 specs
The Renault Clio V6 produces 255 bhp (190 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 152 mph (245 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Clio V6 |
| Trim | Clio V6 Phase 2 |
| Years | 2003–2005 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 1,309 built |
| Engine | 3.0-litre naturally aspirated V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,946 cc (2.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 255 bhp (190 kW) at 7,150 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.9 s |
| Top speed | 152 mph (245 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,400 kg (3,086 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 182 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Renault Clio V6 worth?
A typical Renault Clio V6 is estimated to be worth $60,000 – $110,000 (about £45,000 – £82,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Renault Clio V6 rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Clio V6 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 62 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Renault Clio V6 fun facts
- The Phase 2 was hand-assembled at the Alpine factory in Dieppe, France, rather than by TWR in Sweden like the Phase 1.
- Despite its hatchback appearance, the Clio V6 has no rear seats and a turning circle of 13 metres, wider than many large luxury saloons.
- The engine was a modified version of the 'ES9' V6 used in the Renault Laguna and Peugeot 406, but with new cylinder heads and induction.