FOR its 25th birthday the best-selling Renault Clio refreshed with a host of styling, equipment, powertrain and quality improvements to the fourth generation to go on sale in the UK from October.

The fourth-generation Clio was the first Renault model to feature the brand’s new styling identity in 2012 and now a full-LED lighting signature, including C-shaped daytime running lights in certain versions, refreshes Renault’s design identity.

The best-selling Renault Clio refreshed look starts at the front, as the grille which houses the Renault diamond has been redesigned, as has the lower part of the grille which is wider to add an even more modern feel to the front end. At the rear, the skirt has been redesigned for additional robustness.

Four new body colours have been added – Mars Red, Titanium Grey, Arctic White and Iron Blue -with a selection of new wheel and wheel trim designs, plus a more extensive personalisation programme.

The new Clio gains finishing materials previously reserved for Renault’s higher-end models. All the upholsteries are new and special attention has been paid to the tactile and visual quality of the plastics’ grain-effect finish.

The chrome trim features a more subdued, matt finish and the colours are more refined. In short, the new Clio forms a higher end package which strikes a desirable balance between seductive exterior styling and a high-quality interior finish.

The powerful, fuel-efficient 1.5 dCi 110 diesel engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox is a new addition to the new Clio’s powertrain line-up, as is the availability of six-speed manual transmission for the TCe 120 petrol engine.

As a result, new Clio boasts one of the market’s most extensive powertrain ranges thanks to a choice of 11 engine/ transmission combinations (depending on market).

New Clio comes with three different connected multimedia systems, namely Media Nav Evolution, Renault R-Link Evolution and the new, smart R&GO system which is available on entry trim levels.  The new Clio is the first B-segment Renault to be available with BOSE quality sound for a memorable audio experience, while a suite of driving aids makes the new car even more versatile and nimble.

In addition to its reverse parking sensor, and depending on the version, the New Clio offers a front parking sensor and a reverse parking camera.  Available for higher-end versions, Handsfree Parking allows the driver to fully delegate the completion of parking manoeuvres.

Full details on the UK line-up with pricing and specification will be available later in the summer.  Vehicle ordering is due open in October with deliveries commencing later that month.