I have only ever driven one 197 and have never owned a Clio previously to two weeks ago, so I have nothing to compare it to when it comes to the drive and the experience.
I just wanted to run a couple of things by some more experienced owners to make sure I don't have a dud.
Basically, I'm only getting about 20-22 urban/town miles to the galon - is that normal? My friend's Toyota gets about 30, and I think 5-series BMs get about 40+. 22 seems a little...thirsty!
Secondly, and I know this often comes up, but there's a hollow knocking sound coming from the rear which does not go away when the engine warms up. Can be heard when lifting off throttle occasionally, and at low speed. Any likely culprits - I heard it could be the exhaust mount?
Also, when in about 3rd gear just driving slow at about 2k RPM then applying some beans, there's a good couple of seconds delay until you get the kick. I'm finding the torque low-down is a bit weak? Am I driving her wrong?
Thanks, all. What do you think?
Martin
I just wanted to run a couple of things by some more experienced owners to make sure I don't have a dud.
Basically, I'm only getting about 20-22 urban/town miles to the galon - is that normal? My friend's Toyota gets about 30, and I think 5-series BMs get about 40+. 22 seems a little...thirsty!
Secondly, and I know this often comes up, but there's a hollow knocking sound coming from the rear which does not go away when the engine warms up. Can be heard when lifting off throttle occasionally, and at low speed. Any likely culprits - I heard it could be the exhaust mount?
Also, when in about 3rd gear just driving slow at about 2k RPM then applying some beans, there's a good couple of seconds delay until you get the kick. I'm finding the torque low-down is a bit weak? Am I driving her wrong?
Thanks, all. What do you think?
Martin