CLIO WILLIAMS 🇫🇷 El HOT HATCH N°1 de los 90

Summary

This video review features a 1995 Renault Clio Williams, an iconic hot hatch with only 200 units sold in Argentina. It has a 2.0L 150HP engine allowing 0-60mph in 8 seconds. Styling includes wider fenders, rear spoiler, and gold wheels. Interior has sports seats, blue accents, and lacks A/C emphasizing performance over comfort. In 1995 it cost the same as well equipped sedans, around $30K USD, showing its exclusivity. Today it's valued from $25-35K USD. The Clio Williams provides an exhilarating driving experience but isn't very practical. Still, it's a highly desirable 90s performance icon.

Takeaways

• 😊 The video is a review of the 1995 Renault Clio Williams 2.0, an iconic hot hatchback
• 🚗 It has a 2.0L 150hp 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, and front-wheel drive
• ⚡️ With a 0-60mph time of around 8 seconds, it was very quick for the time
• 🏎️ Only 200 units were officially imported to Argentina, making it extremely rare
• 💰 In 1995 the price was equivalent to a well equipped sedan - around $30,000 USD today
• 😍 The interior features sports seats, Alcantara upholstery, and a distinctive blue instrument panel
• 😢 No air conditioning was fitted, making it uncomfortable to drive on hot days
• 👀 Distinctive visual elements include the wheels, body kit, rear wing and hood air scoop
• 📈 Today, prices range from $25,000 to $35,000 USD depending on condition and mileage
• 😃 Overall an iconic hot hatch that mixes performance, style and exclusivity

Q & A

What car model is being reviewed in the video?

The Renault Clio Williams.

What makes the Clio Williams special and different from a normal Clio?

The Clio Williams has a more powerful 2.0L 150hp engine, upgraded suspension, wider fenders, and distinctive styling elements like the gold wheels and blue interior.

How many Clio Williams were sold worldwide and in Argentina?

Around 12,100 were sold worldwide and around 200 in Argentina.

What transmission and drivetrain does the Clio Williams have?

It has a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive.

What was the 0-100km/h time and top speed of the Clio Williams?

The 0-100km/h time was around 8 seconds. The top speed was 215 km/h.

How much did the Clio Williams cost new in Argentina in 1995?

Around 30,000 pesos, which was very expensive for a small hatchback at the time.

What phases or versions of the Clio Williams were made?

There were 3 phases - phase 1 lacked power windows/mirrors and stereo, phase 2 added those, phase 3 added ABS.

Did the Clio Williams have air conditioning?

No, it did not come with A/C even as an option due to its focus on performance and low weight.

What safety features did the Clio Williams have?

It had disc brakes on all wheels, inertia seatbelts, and ABS was added in phase 3.

What is the collector value of a Clio Williams today?

Well-kept low mileage examples can sell for 25,000 to 35,000 US dollars.