Renault Clio vs Toyota Yaris: which to buy in Ireland?
Two strong value superminis with hybrid options. Buy the Toyota Yaris if outright reliability and resale are your priorities — its self-charging hybrid and Toyota's dependable reputation make it the low-worry choice. Buy the Renault Clio if you want more style, a bigger boot and a plusher, better-equipped cabin for the money, with a frugal hybrid option of its own. The Yaris is the safe long-term bet; the Clio gives you more car and kit for your euro.
Side by side on Autoza (live)
Renault Clio
- Median price
- €12,919
- Typical range
- €9,487–€14,609
- Years
- 2015–2023
- Most common fuel
- Petrol
- CO₂ (WLTP)
- 117–137 g/km (petrol)
Toyota Yaris
- Median price
- €15,888
- Typical range
- €14,507–€17,904
- Years
- 2015–2024
- Most common fuel
- Hybrid
- CO₂ (WLTP)
- 118–137 g/km (petrol)
CO₂ measured across Irish registrations (EEA data). It sets the VRT on an import — estimate it for the Clio · estimate it for the Yaris.
Key differences
- The Clio typically offers a larger boot and a more generously equipped, stylish cabin at a given price; the Yaris focuses on efficiency and dependability.
- Both offer hybrids that excel in Irish town driving, with very low fuel use and motor tax.
- Toyota's reliability record and dense servicing network give the Yaris an edge in long-term peace of mind and resale strength.
- Renault parts and servicing are well supported in Ireland and often cheaper, helping the Clio's overall running costs.
- The Clio leans more on design flair and interior tech; the Yaris prioritises ease of ownership and low fuss.
Reliability: Clio common faults · Yaris common faults.
FAQs
Which is more reliable, the Clio or the Yaris?
The Yaris has the stronger reliability reputation overall, backed by Toyota's track record and proven hybrid system, which is why it commands such loyal demand in Ireland. The Clio is a solid, well-built supermini in its own right, but if minimising the chance of bills is your top priority, the Yaris is the safer pick.
Do both come as hybrids?
Yes. The Yaris uses Toyota's well-established self-charging hybrid, and the Clio offers its own efficient hybrid. Both shine in stop-start Irish town and city driving, delivering low fuel bills and low motor tax. For long motorway commuting, a frugal petrol version of either also makes sense.
Which gives more space and equipment for the money?
The Clio generally offers a bigger boot and a more lavishly equipped cabin at a given price, making it the better choice if you want more kit and practicality. The Yaris counters with class-leading resale and reliability, so it depends on whether you value features now or long-term security.
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