Renault is refreshing its entry-level Clio III range with the launch of five Extreme Limited Edition models.

The range has remained largely unchanged since launching in May 2006 and the Extreme Limited Edition quintet will debut in dealerships countrywide from mid-August to do battle in South Africa?s highly competitive B-Segment.

?Based on the success of the previous Expression versions the Clio Extreme models in the line-up will add even more spice to Renault?s already successful va va va voom range,? reckons Regis Fricotte, Renault South Africa?s Vice President of Marketing.

Value added features part of the purchase package include a leather steering wheel and gear-knob, radio/CD MP3 player, front fog lamps, electric/heated mirrors and extra-tinted windows — all standard gear in Clio III?s new line-up.

The cab interior is distinguished by the dashboard, console and trim strips all colour-coded in blue and matched to the dark charcoal of the lower cowling. In tandem with the chrome-finished dashboard instrument surrounds and interior door handles, these new specs are specific to Clio and complement the blue and black seat trim of the Extreme models.

The three-door versions are fitted with 15?? inch alloy wheels and cornering headlamps, and if you need more power, the 1.6-litre three-door version has been added to the range.

With the sole exception of the Expression1.5dCi, the new Extreme models replace their Expression forerunners.

Renault Clio Pricing:
1.4 Extreme five-door: R144 000
1.6 Extreme five -door: R155 000
1.6 Extreme five -door A/T: R165 500
1.4 Extreme three-door: R147 000
1.6 Extreme three -door: R158 000