Renault Shows Available Customization Options for New Clio 4, Releases a Fresh Batch of Videos

With the internet abuzz about the brand-new Clio Mk4, the French automaker has dropped a few more images that highlight the personalization programme for the supermini along with three new videos.

The new generation of the Clio introduces a broad range of styling options for both the inside and outside of the sub-compact / B-segment model.

In these photos, we see some of the available features for the Clio 4's exterior including the contrasting color accents for the front grille, rocker panels and alloy wheels, along with a selection of decals that can be applied to the roof, hood and other parts of the body.

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New Renault Clio 4 Officially Breaks Cover, Mega Gallery with 60 HD Photos and Videos

Some 22 years after the launch of the first Clio as a replacement to the '5' and more than 11.5 million cars sold in more than 115 countries around the world, Renault has now unveiled the fourth generation of its supermini ahead of its public premiere at the Paris Motor Show in September.

Perhaps one of the most important things to know about the Clio 4 is that it is Renault's first production model to be penned entirely under the watch of the company's chief designer Laurens van den Acker.

The Dutch designer joined Renault in 2009 after resigning from his position at Mazda where he was responsible for several concepts such as the Nagare (2006 Los Angeles), Ryuga (2007 Detroit), and Hakaze (2007 Geneva).

At Renault, van den Acker previewed the firm's new design DNA with a string of concept studies that included the DeZir in 2010 and the Captur, Frendzy and R-Space in 2011.

"[The] New Renault Clio was conceived as a piece of sensuous sculpture which stimulates desire," explains van den Acker. "Like muscles, its curves express the dynamism radiated by the DeZir concept car. No acute or aggressive angles, just voluptuous curves that make you want to go up to it and caress it."

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New Photos of 2013 Renault Clio Mk4 Supermini

The Clio is...out of the bag as following the release of a single image on one of Renault's consumer websites (which has since been removed), a new batch of photos has hit the web today.

Besides getting an all-around view of the Clio Mk4's exterior, we also have the first ever picture of the French supermini's interior.

The new Clio's cabin looks more premium and is distinguished by its chic styling and interesting details such as a pair of deeply set instrument panel gauges and a large screen for the infotaintment and navigation system on the center console, which may or may not be standard on all models.

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U Find: First Official Photo of All-New Renault Clio MK4

Last week, Renault told us that it would blow the covers off the new Clio MK4 on Tuesday, July 3, but car-exist reader Zed S. has already discovered the first official image of the French carmaker's supermini lurking on one of the company's public websites in Europe.

With the fourth generation Clio Renault brings its new and more distinct design language previewed through a series of concept models like the Captur crossover, the Frendzy MPV and to some extent, even the Alpine A110-50, to the masses and the highly popular European B-segment.

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2013 Clio RenaultSport Mk4 Makes Surprise Debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed

We knew that Renault was going to show the Alpine A110-50 Concept at the Goodwood Festival of Speed (June 28 – July 1) but the French carmaker had another surprise up its sleeve for this outing as it brought along a camouflaged prototype of the upcoming 2013 Clio RenaultSport Mk4.

The test car competed in the famous hill-climb event with Renault's Chief Operating Officer Carlos Tavares behind the wheel.

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Renault Alpine A110-50 Concept Goes for a Ride with its Forefather

With aggressive looks and power to match, the Renault Alpine A110-50 is a worthy successor to the original Alpine A110 Berlinette from the 1960s, and one that most fans of the brand and not only would like to see moving into production.

For now, however, the A110-50 remains a working concept as Renault deliberates whether it will revive the Alpine marque, with a final decision to be made before the end of the year.

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Elia Preparing Tuning Program for New Renault Twizy EV

Even in factory trim, the new Twizy is by far the quirkiest production model in Renault's range - and how could it not be with its electric powertrain, diminutive dimensions, a tandem seat layout and Lamborghini-style scissor doors. Read more »

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Renault to Unveil All-New Clio Mk4 Next Week Ahead of Paris Motor Show Debut

We just received word from Renault that the next generation of the Clio supermini will make its online debut on Tuesday, July 3, which coincidentally, is the same day McLaren will premiere the new MP4-12C Spider.

For now, the French carmaker is keeping a tight lid on any official information regarding the Clio, but through our spy photos, we can reveal that the fourth-generation model will sport a sharper design with the five-door model featuring hidden rear-door handles to create the allusion of a three-door hatch.

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