New limited edition Renault Clio announced

New limited edition Renault Clio announced

Renault, which through its Clio models has always been at the forefront of the hot hatch market, is set to launch a new limited edition range of the iconic super mini.

The Clio Renaultsport 200 Raider will come as a highly-exclusive package offering hot hatch enthusiasts a wide range of extra equipment.

Just 50 of the cars, which are based on the standard Renaultsport version of the motor, will be made available in the UK.

In what represents a first for the French car maker, the new model will come in matt paintwork with customer able to choose between "stealth Grey" and "Diavolo Red".

The sporty number will also boast a rear spoiler, F1-style front blade, rear diffuser and 18-inch Interlagos alloy wheels, setting it apart from other hot hatches on the road.

AT one inch larger than the wheels on a standard Clio 200, the new wheels will be fitted with the same Bridgestone RE 050A tyres, as the Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy.

"Naturally, the acclaimed Cup chassis is standard featuring a lower ride height, stiffer springs and dampers, quicker steering ratio and red finish to the Brembo brake callipers," the firm explained.

Posted by Sebastian Turkenburg