FiestaST
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I am in absolute love with this little beast
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FiestaST
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FiestaST
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Bad move:
Renault SA phasing out Clio RS 200 Lux and 220 Trophy
Renault South Africa has confirmed that it will not be importing further examples of the Clio RS 200 Lux and Clio RS 220 Trophy derivatives when current dealer stock runs dry.
The local distributor for the French brand confirmed to CARmag.co.za that this would leave the recently launched special-edition Clio RS 18 as the only RS-badged model in its Clio line-up (although it emphasised that its dealers still held stock).
Interestingly, just 65 examples of the R449 900 Clio RS 18 have been set aside for South Africa, although the automaker said at the limited-edition model’s launch that it would attempt to secure more units if local demand were high enough.
Separately, Renault SA repeated to CARmag.co.za that it would “relook” at the situation once all 65 units had been sold, “subject to demand”.
So, what is the rationale behind the decision to effectively cull the 147 kW Clio RS 200 Lux (R392 900) and 162 kW Clio RS 220 Trophy (R438 900), both of which launched locally in facelifted guise in May 2017? Well, Renault SA told us that “for a model that doesn’t sell [in] high volumes, it just doesn’t make sense” to have a multiple-derivative line-up.
Of course, the light hot hatch segment in South Africa is not nearly as crowded as it once was, with the likes of the Opel Corsa OPC and Peugeot 208 GTi having disappeared from local showrooms some time ago (even the Audi S1 is no longer offered here).
As it stands, the only hot hatches currently offered in the B-segment in South Africa are the new Volkswagen Polo GTI, the outgoing Ford Fiesta ST (the next-generation model is expected in SA in 2019) and the Mini Cooper S, although a case could be made to also include the Abarth 595 and perhaps the upcoming Suzuki Swift Sport, which is scheduled to arrive in the first quarter of 2019.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/renault-sa-phasing-out-clio-rs-200-lux-and-220-trophy/
Renault SA phasing out Clio RS 200 Lux and 220 Trophy
Renault South Africa has confirmed that it will not be importing further examples of the Clio RS 200 Lux and Clio RS 220 Trophy derivatives when current dealer stock runs dry.
The local distributor for the French brand confirmed to CARmag.co.za that this would leave the recently launched special-edition Clio RS 18 as the only RS-badged model in its Clio line-up (although it emphasised that its dealers still held stock).
Interestingly, just 65 examples of the R449 900 Clio RS 18 have been set aside for South Africa, although the automaker said at the limited-edition model’s launch that it would attempt to secure more units if local demand were high enough.
Separately, Renault SA repeated to CARmag.co.za that it would “relook” at the situation once all 65 units had been sold, “subject to demand”.
So, what is the rationale behind the decision to effectively cull the 147 kW Clio RS 200 Lux (R392 900) and 162 kW Clio RS 220 Trophy (R438 900), both of which launched locally in facelifted guise in May 2017? Well, Renault SA told us that “for a model that doesn’t sell [in] high volumes, it just doesn’t make sense” to have a multiple-derivative line-up.
Of course, the light hot hatch segment in South Africa is not nearly as crowded as it once was, with the likes of the Opel Corsa OPC and Peugeot 208 GTi having disappeared from local showrooms some time ago (even the Audi S1 is no longer offered here).
As it stands, the only hot hatches currently offered in the B-segment in South Africa are the new Volkswagen Polo GTI, the outgoing Ford Fiesta ST (the next-generation model is expected in SA in 2019) and the Mini Cooper S, although a case could be made to also include the Abarth 595 and perhaps the upcoming Suzuki Swift Sport, which is scheduled to arrive in the first quarter of 2019.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/renault-sa-phasing-out-clio-rs-200-lux-and-220-trophy/
VW made it difficult for competing manufacturers with the latest Polo Gti pricing. Kill the competition first, then increase margin for profits. Economy 101
If Renault can't even shift a Megane GT at R450k from the showroom, how will they do a Clio RS 18?
If Renault can't even shift a Megane GT at R450k from the showroom, how will they do a Clio RS 18?
Mike Hoxbig
Honorary Master
Not entirely Renault's fault though.
The RS200 is almost the same price as the GTI, and comes with more standard kit.
The Megane GT is not much more than a Comfortline, and comes with a better engine and way more standard kit.
Unfortunately the mentality in SA is if it's not a Polo or Golf, it's not worth getting. Maybe people will catch a wake up when we reach the point of everyone driving one, and the price is R1m, because there's no other choice. We do love a good monopoly...
100% agree with you
Yip, SA peeps FTW, but they will cry wolf somewhere down the line and blame something ridiculous when we only have a Polo Vivo or Etios to buy new.
3rd world country but wants 1st world choices!
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Peugeot 208 GTi v Renault Clio RS 200 Cup | motoring.com.au
[video=youtube;SgOmKRDD8-o]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgOmKRDD8-o[/video]
[video=youtube;SgOmKRDD8-o]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgOmKRDD8-o[/video]
FiestaST
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FiestaST
Honorary Master
Tsepz_GP
Executive Member
Ooooh how I wish she was mine! 
I had the previous Polo GTI. I was tempted to wait and upgrade to the new one, instead got a clio RS Trophy (220hp).
Reason being, the polo made you smile, the clio made me laugh. its a very different experience.
We recently got an R-Line Tiguan, so we had a practical, quiet and comfy car in the household, I wanted something small and silly.
ZERO regrets, yes its a bit harsh, yes it isnt put together as well as Ze Germans, but its so much more fun than how VW plays it safe. Im sure I would have been perfectly happy with the new polo, dont get me wrong. its just a different approach to driving.
What does put me off about the POLO is the BS extras. LEDs, heated seats should be STANDARD on a polo gti. add that alone and its already over R400k. My clio comes stock with leather heated seats, GPS, LED all round, auto fold in mirrors, keyless entry, 5yr warranty... and an Akraphovic exhaust which is insane.
Anyways. I digress. Here is my minion coloured clio
Reason being, the polo made you smile, the clio made me laugh. its a very different experience.
We recently got an R-Line Tiguan, so we had a practical, quiet and comfy car in the household, I wanted something small and silly.
ZERO regrets, yes its a bit harsh, yes it isnt put together as well as Ze Germans, but its so much more fun than how VW plays it safe. Im sure I would have been perfectly happy with the new polo, dont get me wrong. its just a different approach to driving.
What does put me off about the POLO is the BS extras. LEDs, heated seats should be STANDARD on a polo gti. add that alone and its already over R400k. My clio comes stock with leather heated seats, GPS, LED all round, auto fold in mirrors, keyless entry, 5yr warranty... and an Akraphovic exhaust which is insane.
Anyways. I digress. Here is my minion coloured clio
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FiestaST
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I had the previous Polo GTI. I was tempted to wait and upgrade to the new one, instead got a clio RS Trophy (220hp).
Reason being, the polo made you smile, the clio made me laugh. its a very different experience.
We recently got an R-Line Tiguan, so we had a practical, quiet and comfy car in the household, I wanted something small and silly.
ZERO regrets, yes its a bit harsh, yes it isnt put together as well as Ze Germans, but its so much more fun than how VW plays it safe. Im sure I would have been perfectly happy with the new polo, dont get me wrong. its just a different approach to driving.
What does put me off about the POLO is the BS extras. LEDs, heated seats should be STANDARD on a polo gti. add that alone and its already over R400k. My clio comes stock with leather heated seats, GPS, LED all round, auto fold in mirrors, keyless entry, 5yr warranty... and an Akraphovic exhaust which is insane.
Anyways. I digress. Here is my minion coloured clio
View attachment 533659
Lovely!
Tsepz_GP
Executive Member
You legend! Enjoy itI had the previous Polo GTI. I was tempted to wait and upgrade to the new one, instead got a clio RS Trophy (220hp).
Reason being, the polo made you smile, the clio made me laugh. its a very different experience.
We recently got an R-Line Tiguan, so we had a practical, quiet and comfy car in the household, I wanted something small and silly.
ZERO regrets, yes its a bit harsh, yes it isnt put together as well as Ze Germans, but its so much more fun than how VW plays it safe. Im sure I would have been perfectly happy with the new polo, dont get me wrong. its just a different approach to driving.
What does put me off about the POLO is the BS extras. LEDs, heated seats should be STANDARD on a polo gti. add that alone and its already over R400k. My clio comes stock with leather heated seats, GPS, LED all round, auto fold in mirrors, keyless entry, 5yr warranty... and an Akraphovic exhaust which is insane.
Anyways. I digress. Here is my minion coloured clio
View attachment 533659
She is a beauty!
I didnt realise I was gonna get the 400m in, so i think I just tapped at the end, only saw after could have done a proper quarter. Note the acceleration tapers down before 400m 
Launch Control is insane, quite violent, those Super Sports cry a little
Launch Control is insane, quite violent, those Super Sports cry a little
FiestaST
Honorary Master
I didnt realise I was gonna get the 400m in, so i think I just tapped at the end, only saw after could have done a proper quarter. Note the acceleration tapers down before 400m
Launch Control is insane, quite violent, those Super Sports cry a little
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Niice.
Hope you are a membar of the RS Club?
FiestaST
Honorary Master
lol ok
ahoudet
Expert Member
RSClub is pretty dead these days
There's a rather active Facebook group for all Renaults and we meet up fairly often.
FiestaST
Honorary Master
RSClub is pretty dead these days
There's a rather active Facebook group for all Renaults and we meet up fairly often.
Pity but that is interesting though. Glad to hear.