The fourth-generation Renault Clio was unveiled at the 2012 Paris Motor Show with a significantly redesigned body and interior as well as brand-new and updated engines. Unlike its predecessors, it didn’t receive three-door hatchback and sedan versions, being offered only as a five-door hatch or five-door estate. The Clio IV is underpinned by the Alliance B platform co-developed by Renault and Nissan in the late 1990s, but features comprehensive updates that makes it suitable for the 21st century. The fourth-gen hatch also spawns a new track-ready model, the R.S. 200, as well as a limited-edition R.S. 220 Trophy EDC with output increased from 197 horsepower to 217 horsepower.
For 2017, Renault’s high-performance division is readying yet another RS-badged Clio. Set to be unveiled at the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix on May 27, the new beefed-up hatch is still a mystery as of this writing, but Renault did release a photo and an official comment about the car, with the managing director of Renault Sport describing it as a "slightly crazy car."
Created to mark the Renault Sport’s anniversary and celebrate the brand’s return as a Formula One team, the new hatch will be called the Clio R.S. KZ 01, according to Autocar. The source also claims that the KZ 01 could be a concept car that might spawn a limited-run Clio R.S. if interest is high. We will find out more in a few days, but until then, let’s have a closer look at what we already know about this hatchback.
Continue reading to learn more about the Renault Clio R.S. KZ 01.
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