2017 Nissan Micra vs Renault Clio: Differences in photo comparison

The new K14 Nissan Micra and Renault Clio IV are built in the same factory in France. See how different the two superminis are in this side-by-side gallery.

Micra

Clio

The new K14 Nissan Micra, which went into production in December 2016, and the updated Renault Clio IV, which was introduced back in 2012, now bot ride on the same platform. The previous-generation Micra, the K13, ran on a Nissan-only platform.

Micra

Clio

Visually, the K14 Micra and Clio IV share similar looking side window lines, including hidden rear door handles, but all the exterior panels are unique, and the two cars run on slightly different wheelbases (see dimensions below).

Micra

Clio

With the K14 Micra being new for 2017, and the 2016 Clio update being just that, the Micra's interior looks more modern and upscale than its Renault sibling.

Micra

Clio

The Micra has a small engine range with a naturally aspirated 1-litre petrol engine with 52kW (70hp) and 95Nm (70 lb-ft), a 1.5-liter turbo-diesel with 66kW (89kW) and 220Nm (162 lb-ft), and a 0.9-litre turbo I3 gas engine with 66kW (89kW) and 140Nm (103 lb-ft).

Micra

Clio

The Clio has Micra's engines and a few more besides, including a 1.2-litre petrol, lower powered versions of the diesel, and the 1.6-litre turbo 4-cylinder for the 147kW (197hp) RS and 162kW (217hp) RS 220 Trophy. The Clio is also available with an automatic in some models, the Micra is 5-speed manual only.

Micra

Clio

Both the Micra and Clio are front-wheel drive only.

Micra

Clio

The Renault Clio RS can be had with these cool chequered-flag-style LED fog lights.

Micra

Clio

Both the Clio and Micra have large touchscreen infotainment systems with their own interfaces. The Micra supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Micra Dimensions

Clio Dimensions