The Renault Clio has been in production for 35 years now, and it’s easy to see why it’s still winning awards like the What Car? Awards 2026 "Best Small Car to Drive", alongside a comfortable interior, economic running costs, and its trusted safety rating. The Clio remains a recognisable sight on our roads with the hatchback being a popular choice for first-time drivers, as a city runaround, or a family car.
Renault is a French brand that prides itself on producing cars that are built to be dependable. The longevity of the Clio highlights just how successful its been in achieving this. The latest generation maintains all of the features that made it so popular decades ago but with a modern twist and the cutting-edge features you expect in your car, like an OpenR Link dual screen with Google built-in, wireless smartphone connectivity.
Positioned directly above the Renault 5 E-Tech electric, and right below the larger Renault Megane family hatchback, it serves as Renault's foundational, traditional combustion and hybrid passenger car. The 2026 Renault Clio range has been thoroughly simplified into 4 modern trim levels: the budget-friendly Generation, the mid-tier Techno+, the sporty Techno Esprit Alpine, and the top-spec Iconic Esprit Alpine.
Here at Xcite Car Leasing, we work hard to find the best Renault leasing deals possible for our customers, dealing with all of the UK's leading funders as well as a network of Renault dealerships. If you do happen to find a better deal elsewhere please let us know and we will do our best to match it.
The Renault Clio is primarily driven by urban commuters, new drivers, and down-sizing private buyers who want a stylish, easy-to-park supermini with exceptionally low running costs. Its highly efficient E-Tech full hybrid system makes it incredibly popular with drivers targeting up to 67.3mpg on everyday routes, though its compact hatchback dimensions and lack of a pure-electric version mean it is less favoured by long-distance family road-trippers and corporate fleets seeking total zero-emission tax exemptions.
Built on the same compact CMF-B platform as the Renault Captur and Nissan Juke, it stands out against major segment benchmarks like the Vauxhall Corsa.
While it delivers a premium cabin feel and a class-leading 391-litre petrol boot capacity that easily beats style-focused alternatives like the Peugeot 208 and the hybrid-only Toyota Yaris, buyers trade off a bit of outright rear passenger legroom and must accept a reduced 301-litre luggage space on the hybrid model due to its underfloor battery packaging.
A Renault Clio can be leased for a low monthly payment amount with no interest included and unlike when you’re buying outright, you’re not paying for the whole vehicle, just the deprecation while it's in your use.
Leasing allows you to drive away a brand-new car which otherwise may be unaffordable. It’s a simple process, and at the end of the agreement you can simply hand back the Clio with no fuss.
The Renault Clio has been popular since its first generation release back in the 1990s, due to it being comfortable, versatile and reliable. It’s also had a number of unique and iconic designs over the years and has often been one of the best-selling cars of the year.
Renault Clio leasing deals are available for very affordable prices making it a great choice if you’re looking for an affordable small hatchback with all the latest tech and great safety features. Our leasing prices are regularly updated as the deals available change so we can’t give you a specific price that you can lease a Clio for but they’re some of the best prices available on the market.
The Clio has won awards for ‘Best First Car’ over the years and for good reason. Its small size is perfect for those that want to combine style and substance, with the Clio being a perfect first car for those that spend most of their time inner city driving, while also being a great option on country roads too.