The RENAULT CLIO (1998-01) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V ETOILE AUTO is a small, five-door petrol hatchback in the UK’s supermini class. It combines city-friendly size with practical rear doors and an automatic gearbox suited to stop-start trips. It is an older alternative to popular rivals such as the Ford Fiesta. mycarcheck.com records 21 look-ups across 14 distinct VINs, a modest sample. Checks show an average recorded mileage of 82,000 miles and annual use of 3,000 miles; average keeper count is about 4.5. The average private-sale valuation is £100, a historical data point, not a current price guide for this model. As a compact Clio, it suits commuters, first-time drivers and small households needing local transport. Five doors help with passengers and shopping, while the 1.4-litre engine offers useful flexibility; the automatic prioritises ease over sporty pace. For any car of this age, condition and service history matter more than reputation.