What are the common problems of Clio 1.5 d?

2017 · 1.5 d · 4 verified findings
"Is the Clio 1.5 d reliable, and what should you check?"

When buying a used 2017 Renault Clio 1.5 d, the most frequently mentioned issue is oil consumption and exhaust smoke. Also, early wear of main/bearing shells is commonly reported.

Caution advised

Most reported issue: Oil consumption and exhaust smoke. Service history and a test drive matter.

Engine / trim
1.5 d
Model years
2017

Known issues and risks

Listed from most frequently reported, each with its source.

Oil consumption and exhaust smoke

Often reported

Owners report higher than normal oil consumption and blue/white smoke from the exhaust, requiring frequent oil top-ups, along with burnt oil smell, power loss, and reduced performance.

Engine Internal

Early wear of main/bearing shells

Often reported

A commonly reported issue for the 1.5 dCi engine (K9K family) is premature wear of main or bearing shells. This leads to power loss, smoke, and metallic noises.

Engine Internal

Injector and common rail system sensitivity

Often reported

Many reports of fuel system failures: injectors may be noisy or faulty, critical rail pressure regulation and fuel pressure error codes can appear. Common symptoms include vibrations and idle fluctuation.

Fuel System

Turbo / wastegate failures

Often reported

Recurring turbo issues in 1.5 dCi models: power loss, exhaust smoke, abnormal whistling/hissing sounds, or overboost.

Turbo

Renault Clio 1.5 d technical specs

Renault Clio 1.5 d (2017): fuel use 3,3 l/100 km (urban 3,5 l/100 km · extra-urban 3,1 l/100 km); 0–100 in 14.3 s.

Fuel consumption
3,3 l/100 km (urban 3,5 l/100 km · extra-urban 3,1 l/100 km)
0–100 km/h
14.3 s
Top speed
168 km/s
Tire size
185/65 R15
Dimensions (L×W×H)
4062 × 1731 × 1448 mm

Same trim, different year

Frequently asked questions

What should I look out for when buying a Renault Clio 1.5 d?+
When buying a 2017 model 1.5 d, check the service history, test drive, and engine/transmission warnings. The most commonly reported issues: oil consumption and exhaust smoke; early wear of main/bearing shells; injector and common rail system sensitivity.
What are the common problems of Renault Clio 1.5 d?+
The most frequently reported issues: oil consumption and exhaust smoke; early wear of main/bearing shells; injector and common rail system sensitivity.
Is the Renault Clio 1.5 d reliable?+
Instead of a simple yes/no, it's necessary to evaluate the proven pros and cons together. This page lists 4 verified findings.
How does Carbeak collect data?+
The cards on this page are derived from Difetti fault database records; brand, fuel, engine, and generation compatibility between the source vehicle and target vehicle is verified. Topics with insufficient evidence are not shown.

We only publish claims we can verify. Cards come from Difetti fault records matched to this vehicle on brand, fuel, engine and generation.

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