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The hugely popular Renault Clio is now in its second decade and still going strong. Since 1990 more than ten million Clios have been sold worldwide, with one in ten finding homes in the UK.

Built to carry on the baton from the iconic Renault 5, the Clio has taken on roles from eco-friendly shopping car to racing car and everything in between.

The telly ad slogan 'Va Va Voom' became so engrained in popular culture, the phrase was included in the Concise Oxford English Dictionary in 2004.

You can get your hands on an early Renault Clio from as little as £295 - the price of a few train fares. At the other extreme there's the sought-after Clio V6. This pocket rocket has a 3-litre engine where the rear seats would normally be, and a bodykit which makes it stand out in a car park full of supercars.

The Renaultsport division has gained a huge following for its hot hatch Clios, thanks to their lusty 2-litre petrol engines and sportscar-embarrassing handling.

Its latest Renaultsport Clio 200 Cup is a particular favourite, and one of the most enjoyable cars we've driven on Britain's roads.

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