Volkswagen Polo GTI vs Renault Clio

SpecVolkswagen Polo GTI2023Renault Clio2024
Price (OTR)£25,620£19,995
Power207 bhp90 bhp
Torque320 Nm160 Nm
0–60 mph6.5 secs12 secs
Top Speed149 mph112 mph
MPG (combined)40.9 mpg49.6 mpg
CO₂157 g/km129 g/km
Boot Space351 litres391 litres
Kerb Weight1325 kg1150 kg
Engine2.0L1.0L
Transmission7-speed DSG6-speed Manual
DrivetrainFWDFWD
Insurance Group2811
Annual Tax£190£165
Euro NCAP5 / 5 stars5 / 5 stars
Seats55
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

Running Costs Calculator

Adjust the inputs to estimate what each car will cost you to own.

Over 3 yearsVolkswagen Polo GTIRenault Clio
Fuel / energy£4,735£3,905
Road tax (VED)£570£495
Insurance (est.)£4,494£2,403
Depreciation (est.)£10,248£7,998
Total cost£20,047£14,801
How these numbers are calculated
  • Fuel cost uses the car's combined MPG and the price you enter.
  • EV energy cost assumes 3.5 mi/kWh (UK average). Real efficiency varies by car and driving style.
  • Insurance is a rough estimate based on the car's insurance group — your actual quote depends on age, location, and history.
  • Depreciation assumes 40% loss over 3 years, scaled linearly. Premium brands and EVs can deviate significantly.
  • Road tax uses the published first-year and standard VED for the car's CO₂ band.