Split into three trim levels, each comes comprehensively equipped. The base Evolution model with its headline-capturing £21,295 price point includes 16-inch alloy wheels, rear parking sensors and two 7-inch displays, one in front of the driver and the other a touchscreen infotainment system. From here the £22,695 Techno model adds front parking sensors, wireless charging for your smartphone, ambient lighting inside the cabin and larger 17-inch alloy wheels.

Topping the range is the Esprit Alpine trim, which will set you back £24,095. As well as introducing a unique and sporty design inspired by Renault’s Alpine brand, it also includes a larger pair of displays inside, growing to 10-inches behind the steering wheel and 9.3-inches for the now Google-integrated infotainment system. It also adds heated front seats and steering wheel, plus more active safety features including active cruise control.

The Clio will be available with a single E-Tech hybrid powertrain option in the UK paired exclusively to an automatic transmission. Producing a maximum combined 143bhp, the Clio is capable of running purely on electricity at speeds of up to 40mph for short distances.

Renault has now confirmed official fuel economy figures, with a CO2 rating of 96g/km, a 3g/km improvement over previous Clio E-Tech. Fuel economy is also up from 64mpg to 67.3mpg. No performance data has been revealed, but the current Clio E-Tech just slips under the 10-second marker from 0-62mph, topping out at 112mph.

The Clio is a crucial model for Renault, given that it’s sold more than 16 million units since it was first launched in 1990 – with 1.1 million of those cars going to the UK.