Petrol · 2019–now
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All about the Renault Clio 5All about the 0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D) engine
The 0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D) engine was fitted to the Renault Clio 5 (2019–now). In the EU that is 63.9 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.0 91 hp, 1.0 101 hp, 1.0 67 hp, 0.9 90 hp.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Rattle for a few seconds on cold start, later camshaft/crankshaft correlation fault codes and engine light
Fix: Do not ignore the noise; measure chain stretch (live data or inspection) and replace chain, tensioner and guides; change oil more often than the long factory interval
Signs: Coolant level drops slowly, smell or traces of coolant, temperature warning; if missed the engine overheats
Fix: Check the coolant level regularly; replace the thermostat housing or water outlet with its seals; after any overheating check the head gasket
Signs: Misfire, rough running, flashing engine light, coolant level dropping without an outside leak
Fix: Do not just replace the coil: find where coolant enters the coil wells (dealer has a repair procedure on the engine); ask about goodwill on cars still young
Signs: Metallic rattle from the turbo when lifting off or at low load; sometimes power loss with an underboost code
Fix: Dealer ECU update (Renault technical note) for the rattle; for power loss check the turbo air hose and the boost control valve before replacing the turbo
Signs: Flat battery after a day or a few days parked, no start, keycard not recognised, start-stop will not restart.
Fix: Have the dealer apply the UPC/UCH software updates and check the door contact switch and battery terminal; then test or replace the battery.
Signs: Touchscreen or digital cluster stays black, reboots while driving, loses settings, Bluetooth/USB drops out.
Fix: Install the latest multimedia (AIVI) and cluster software at a dealer; replace the unit only if updates fail.
Signs: Car brakes hard with no obstacle, 'check front radar' or 'hill start' warnings, lane assist steers too hard.
Fix: Dealer software update and radar/camera calibration; check the radar for damage or dirt after any front-end repair.
Signs: A/C blows warm or cuts out, noise from the compressor.
Fix: Dealer checks the circuit and control software; replace the compressor if faulty (often under warranty).
Signs: Knock from the front over bumps on a fairly new car.
Fix: Retighten the anti-roll bar link bolts to spec; replace the link only if worn.
Signs: No symptoms in use; the left rear seat back may not hold in a collision.
Fix: Check by VIN that the free recall repair was done.
Signs: SOS / eCall warning or button not working; headlights with reduced light output on 2023 builds.
Fix: Check by VIN for open campaigns (telematics unit reprogramming; headlight replacement for cars built 05-09/2023).
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Judder in town traffic, jerks or delay when pulling away, clatter at low speed, overheating warning in slow traffic or on hills
Fix: First a software update and clutch adaptation reset; if wear values are at the limit, replace the double clutch and check the input-shaft seals for oil on the clutch
Signs: Gearbox warning, refuses to engage a gear or drops into neutral while driving, limp mode, faults on the gearbox control unit or a speed sensor
Fix: Read the gearbox control unit with Renault-level diagnostics, update the software and relearn; replace the faulty sensor, actuator or control unit if the fault stays
Signs: Judder pulling away, engine revs flare without the car speeding up, delay when selecting D or R, power cut / limp mode when hot
Fix: Read the CVT codes and check the fluid for metal; if caught early replace the valve body and fluid and flush the cooler, otherwise fit a reconditioned CVT
Signs: Whine or howl under acceleration that rises with engine or road speed, fluid level and pressures otherwise normal
Fix: Have a CVT specialist confirm which bearing is noisy; replace the bearings during an overhaul or fit a reconditioned gearbox before debris damages the pulleys
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,200–4,950. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Renault Clio 5 with the 0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 67 kW (91 hp) | 43.5 % | 2020–2025 | 117 g/km | 5.5 L |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 74 kW (101 hp) | 10.6 % | 2020–2025 | 115 g/km | 5.9 L |
| 1.0 Petrol999 cm³ · 49 kW (67 hp) | 4.9 % | 2020–2025 | 120 g/km | 5.3 L |
| 0.9 Petrol898 cm³ · 66 kW (90 hp) | 1.9 % | 2020–2024 | 135 g/km | 5.7 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (4). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026