M5M vs F7P
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
F7P
ACCEPTABLE
76/100
+8 points over M5M
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
M5M
Renault
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
F7P
Renault
Specifications
M5M
F7P
Brand
Renault
Renault
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
68
76
Years
2013--2020
1991--1998
Displacement
1618 cc
1764 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
150--220 hp
137 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€500--€2,000
€250--€500
Character
M5M
"Megane III RS, Clio IV RS. 1.6 turbo. DCT gearbox in Clio RS controversial. Engine itself: turbo failure at high mileage, oil consumption under hard use. Strong tuning platform. RS Trophy 220hp variant."
F7P
"Clio Williams, R19 16S. Early F-family hot hatch engine. 137hp NA — feels quick in a light Clio. Timing belt. High-revving. The Clio Williams is a French icon with this engine."
Issues Comparison
M5M 2
▲ HIGH
Turbo failure at high mileage
● MODERATE
Oil consumption under hard use
F7P 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference)