Renault Clio 2008 1.6
Renault Clio 2008 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Clio 2008 1.6 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 151 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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The engine is very robust and long-lived, up to half a million kilometres, and can suffer minor ...
This Renault Clio 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.8 litres.
Renault Clio 2008 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Clio 2008 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Renault Clio 2008 1.6 fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Renault Clio fuel consumption.

Renault Clio 2008 1.6 technical data
Model: | Renault Clio 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2012. January | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 157 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 151 NM ON 4250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 8.8 (urban) 5.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7 l/100km (33.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | no data |
Renault Clio 2008 1.6 engine K4M FR
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is very robust and long-lived, up to half a million kilometres, and can suffer minor damage, but overall it is quite reliable. Fuel consumption is relatively high for these engines, but they are not particularly demanding on fuel quality.Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.8 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Renault Clio 2008 1.6 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info |
Power | 105 - 115 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 - 155 NM ON 4250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 26 years |
Engine also used on | Renault Laguna Renault Scenic Dacia Duster and 5 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Renault Clio hatchback [2008 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Clio 2009 1.1
Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 75 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2008 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2009 1.5 dCi Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 | 1.5 Diesel | 85 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Clio 2008 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2008 1.6
Only version with automatic transmission |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Clio 2009 1.6
Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 128 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |