Renault M5M
ACCEPTABLE Recovery

M5M

Renault · M5M 1.6 Turbo (RS/Clio)

2013–2020

0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE

"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."

Layout I4
Displacement 1618 cc
Power 150–220 hp
Type Petrol Turbo
Known Issues 2
Total Risk Cost €500–€2,000

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 2

▲ HIGH

Turbo failure at high mileage

€500–€1,500 100,000 km–200,000 km
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Detection

Boost loss, smoke

Details

RS-spec turbo stressed from high output.

Greece Note

Turbo RS — €500-1,500.

● MODERATE

Oil consumption under hard use

€0–€500 60,000 km–120,000 km
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Detection

Low oil between changes

Details

RS engines consume oil during spirited driving.

Greece Note

Κατανάλωση λαδιού RS — ελέγξτε συχνά.

Models with M5M 10

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Tuning Potential

260hp Stage 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault M5M reliable?

The Renault M5M scores 68/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €500 and €2,000.

What are the common problems with the M5M?

The most common issues are:

  • Turbo failure at high mileage — high, repair cost €500–€1,500, 100,000 km–200,000 km
  • Oil consumption under hard use — moderate, repair cost €0–€500, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the Renault M5M?

The M5M is found in:

How much does it cost to repair the M5M?

Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €500 to €2,000. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the M5M produced?

The Renault M5M was produced from 2013 to 2020. It is a 1618cc I4 petrol turbo engine.

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