Renault Clio V E-Tech Híbrido 140 and 145 hp problems
The Renault Clio V used the E-Tech Híbrido from 2020 (E-Tech Full Hybrid 140 and E-Tech Full Hybrid 145). 3 documented faults affect it; the most important is “multi-mode gearbox failure (risk of breakage)” (high severity, common). Our verdict: “With caution”. Among the documented engines of the Renault Clio V, the safest option is the 1.0 TCe / SCe.
Engine score on this car
7.9 out of 10Good reliability
Only counting the faults that affect the versions and years of the Clio V. How we calculate it
Overall score for the Renault Clio V
6.8 out of 10Acceptable reliability
Engines, gearbox, suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car. See breakdown
Renault-Dacia E-Tech Híbrido (H4M 1.6 and HR12 1.2 Turbo, caja multimodo) · Petrol
- In the Clio V
- since 2020[1]
- Names
- E-Tech Full Hybrid 140 · E-Tech Full Hybrid 145
- Faults that affect it
- 3 · 1 of high or critical severity
Verdict for the version it uses
1.6 E-Tech Full Hybrid 140-145 (H4M, 2020+)since 2020 · 140–145 hp · H4M
With cautionThe engine and battery have no documented internal faults, but the multi-mode gearbox shared by all E-Tech versions does have a frequent failure pattern across several models (see the gearbox fault); it is worth checking the campaign history before buying.[2][3]
Faults that affect the Clio V
Only those that affect the versions and years that this car used. The E-Tech Híbrido has 4 documented faults in total.
- High severityFrequency: CommonTransmissionMulti-mode gearbox failure (risk of breakage)On the Clio, Captur, Arkana, Austral, Duster and Jogger with the E-Tech engine, reports describe a risk of the multi-mode gearbox breaking and being replaced. Renault has launched a campaign over a primary shaft seal fault (2020-January 2024, ~150,000 vehicles) that lets oil into the electric motor.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalElectronicsHybrid system electrical fault with "DANGER" warning and car won't startSome Renault E-Techs show an "electrical problem DANGER" warning on the instrument panel and the car may not start or may lose electrical functions. Renault has launched a reprogramming campaign for vehicles built between April 2020 and April 2023 (around 154,000 vehicles).
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalElectronics12 V battery going flat or needing early replacementSeveral Clio, Arkana and Austral owners with the E-Tech engine document premature replacement of the 12 V auxiliary battery, in one case twice in the first year. It is not the most widespread fault of the system, but it appears repeatedly across different models.
What to check before buying a used Renault Clio V E-Tech Híbrido 140 and 145 hp
Each point comes from a documented fault that affects this car. You can tick them off as you inspect it.
If it has the E-Tech Híbrido (since 2020)
Multi-mode gearbox failure (risk of breakage)
High severity12 V battery going flat or needing early replacement
Medium severityOther engines and gearboxes of the Renault Clio V
Score for each one with the faults that affect this car, from best to worst.
Faults of the Renault Clio V outside the engine
Suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car: they occur with any engine.
- High severityFrequency: RareGearbox and clutchClutch that slips or breaks prematurely on the manual gearboxSeveral Clio V owners with a manual gearbox describe a clutch that slips or even breaks at very low mileage, and gears that are hard to select; one case mentions replacing the whole gearbox at 15,000 km. There are no official campaigns or specialist press to confirm it.
- High severityFrequency: RareBrakesRear brake calipers that seize, especially after washingSome owners describe a rear wheel that locks or drags just after washing the car, or for no apparent reason, which points to a seized rear brake caliper; there are no official campaigns or specialist press to confirm it for the Clio V.
- Medium severityFrequency: RareElectronics and infotainmentEasy Link screen restarts and assorted electrical faultsClio V owner testimonies describe restarts of the Easy Link multimedia screen, the instrument cluster restarting at start-up, automatic lights coming on for no reason and the odd case of the SOS emergency call not working; there is no confirmation from the press or the manufacturer.
- Medium severityFrequency: RareClimate controlPremature air conditioning compressor failureSeveral Clio V owners describe the air conditioning ceasing to cool at very low mileage, in some cases with the compressor completely out of service at 19,000 km or after just two months; there are no official campaigns or specialist press to confirm it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Clio V E-Tech Híbrido 140 and 145 hp reliable?
The Renault Clio V used the E-Tech Híbrido from 2020 (E-Tech Full Hybrid 140 and E-Tech Full Hybrid 145). 3 documented faults affect it; the most important is “multi-mode gearbox failure (risk of breakage)” (high severity, common). Our verdict: “With caution”. Among the documented engines of the Renault Clio V, the safest option is the 1.0 TCe / SCe.
What faults does the Renault Clio V E-Tech Híbrido 140 and 145 hp have?
The documented ones that affect this car are: multi-mode gearbox failure (risk of breakage) (high severity), hybrid system electrical fault with "DANGER" warning and car won't start (medium severity) and 12 V battery going flat or needing early replacement (medium severity).
Which engine should you choose for the Renault Clio V?
The safest option is the 1.0 TCe / SCe in its 1.0 SCe 65/75 (H4D, 2019-present) version, with a «Buy» verdict.
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Sources
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- Renault Clio VWikipedia (francés) · Other source · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
- Fiabilité et pannes de la Renault Clio 5Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
- Fiabilité et pannes du Renault ArkanaFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
- Fiabilité et pannes du Renault AustralFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French