Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V (3 door)
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V has been produced from November, 2003 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 148 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
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 2003 1.6 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Renault Clio fuel consumption.

Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V technical data
Model: | Renault Clio 1.6 16V | ||
---|---|---|---|
Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. November ... 2005. September | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 170 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 148 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 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: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 255 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1035 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1515 kg |
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V 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 |
---|---|
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 2003 1.6 16V oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 6.2 litres (6.6 quarts) |
Power | 105 - 115 HP ON 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 - 155 NM ON 3750 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 [2003 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Renault Clio 2003 1.1 1.2
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.1 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.1 1.2 16V
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 75 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.1 1.2 16V
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.1 Petrol | 75 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.4 16V Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.4 16V Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.5 Diesel | 65 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 80 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.5 DCi
Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 100 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 1.6 16V Nov 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2004 Sport 2.0 16V Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 182 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Renault Clio 2003 2.9 Sport V6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 255 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |