Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 diesel description
Hatchback Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi has been produced from November, 2003 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 65 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard.
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This Renault Clio 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.9 litres.
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 163 km/h.
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi fuel consumption is 4.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (23.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Renault Clio 2003 - 2005 versions, city fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1160 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1340 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Renault Clio fuel consumption.

Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi technical data
Model: | Renault Clio 1.5 DCi | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. November ... 2005. September | ||
Engine: | 1461 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 115 g/km |
Power: | 65 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 163 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.3 (combined) 5.4 (urban) 3.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 4.9 l/100km (48 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.81m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 255 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1037 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1515 kg |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi engine K9K 1
Engine displacement | 1461 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 18.8 : 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 | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 64 - 101 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 - 200 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2001 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Renault Scenic Nissan Almera Nissan Micra Suzuki Jimny and 5 other models |
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All Renault Clio hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Clio 2003 1.1 1.2
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.1 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.1 1.2 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 75 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.1 1.2 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 75 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.4 16V | 1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.4 16V | 1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi | 1.5 Diesel | 65 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 80 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi
Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 100 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V
Most powerfull petrol version (110 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |