The RENAULT CLIO (1998-01) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.2 GRANDE is a small, five-door petrol hatchback from Renault’s popular supermini range. It belongs to the UK’s city-car and affordable used-car market: compact for town driving, with rear doors and a useful cabin that make it more practical than many two-door rivals. Mycarcheck checks recorded 136 lookups covering 113 distinct VINs, a useful sample of surviving examples. The cars checked averaged 82,000 miles, around 5,000 miles a year, and just over four previous keepers. That low average annual mileage may appeal, though age and individual condition matter greatly; check service history, MOT records and bodywork before buying. The 1.2 Clio suits first-time drivers, commuters and budget-conscious owners. Five-door access helps with passengers and shopping, while its manageable size and simple, familiar feel are supermini strengths. Against similar-age Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa models, it is a practical runabout, rather than a modern, well-equipped car.