The Renault Clio turns 25 this year. It’s a car that Americans may not know much about; however, this hatchback is deeply rooted in the European market. The Clio has seen many changes over the past 25 years but it has remained an excellent choice for driving enthusiasts.




There were numerous performance versions of the Clio over the years but one stand out is the Clio 182 Trophy. The Clio 182 Trophy was a performance hatch that could punch way above its weight class. Featuring Sachs racing suspension and weight saving measures, the Trophy exhibited handling abilities that could match super cars. There were only 550 Trophys produced and one of the lucky owners is Harry Metcalfe, founder of EVO. Harry purchased his Clio 182 Trophy after driving it during the EVO Car of The Year review in 2005. It is now part of his car collection, which includes the likes of the Pagani Zonda and Lamborghini Countach to name a few. Harry’s love for his Clio 182 Trophy started from the moment he drove it in 2005 and has lasts into today.