Renault Clio 172 bucket seat guide
2001 to 2005
The Clio 172, 2001 to 2005, is one of the most respected front-wheel-drive hot hatches of its era and remains a mainstay of UK track day and club competition. Sparco, OMP and Corbeau all build subframes specifically for the 172, with generic Mk2 shell options also available if you have the pre-facelift car.
- Sparco, OMP and Corbeau all build subframes specifically for the 172
- Generic Mk2 shell subframes are also confirmed if you have the pre-facelift car, check which phase applies
- A genuinely rich roll cage selection for the shared 172/182 Mk2 platform, from a bolt-in half cage to a full weld-in kit
- Reclining sport seats keep more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat
- Harnesses above 3-point need a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar
Mounting
The Sparco Direct Fit Sub-frames at £72.50, the OMP Direct Fit Subframes at £94.87, and the Corbeau Direct Fit Sub-frames at £245 are all built specifically for the 172.
If you have the pre-facelift car, the Sparco Mk2 Direct Fit Sub-frame at £72.50 and the Cobra Mk2 Facelift Direct Fit Subframes at £212.50 cover the wider Mk2 shell, check which phase applies to your car.
The Endurance Motorsport Steel M8 Side Mounts at £29 and the Sparco Seat Sliding Runner Kit at £34.95 give further fixing options.
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Competition bucket seats
The Sparco Sprint at £210 and OMP TRS-E Velour at £199.50 are the accessible starting points. The Cobra Monaco Pro at £235 and Sparco Sprint L at £237 sit a step up. The OMP Champ-R at £318, Mirco RTS-2 3D at £334, and Mirco RS7 Velour at £360 are further options. The Sparco Evo QRT at £475 and Cobra Suzuka T GT at £603.50 are the top of the range for a 172 built properly for competition.
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Competition seats for the 172Which bucket seat for a Renault Clio 172
The OMP TRS-E Velour at £199.50 is the practical FIA-rated starting point. The Mirco RTS-2 3D at £334 is well judged for the money at a lighter weight. For a 172 built properly for competition, the Cobra Suzuka T GT at £603.50 gives the strongest support here.
Reclining sport seats
The Sparco R100 Vinyl at £235 and Auto Style Type AK at £235 are the accessible starting points. The Auto Style Type BS5 at £295 and Auto Style Type JW at £245.60 sit a step up. The Sparco R500 Fabric at £274.16 and Sparco R333 at £374.56 are further options.
Corbeau sell these as pairs: the Sportline RRS at £830 and SVR Vinyl at £850.
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Roll cages
The SW Motorsports Club Basic Bolt In Half Cage at £468.33 is the accessible option. The JP Bolt In Multipoint Competition Roll Cage at £749.65 sits a step up. The OMP 10 Point Bolt In at £859.58 and OMP Multi-Point Weld In at £808.89 are the top of the range for a 172 built properly for competition.
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Roll cage tier for the 172Which roll cage for a Renault Clio 172
The SW Motorsports Club Basic Bolt In Half Cage at £468.33 is the accessible option for a track day 172. The JP Bolt In Multipoint Competition Roll Cage at £749.65 is a strong mid-tier choice. For a 172 built properly for competition, the OMP Multi-Point Weld In at £808.89 is the top of the range here.
Harnesses
Harnesses need a roll cage or harness barA 4-point, 5-point or 6-point harness with separate shoulder straps needs proper attachment points above and behind the seat. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar before using anything above a 3-point belt.
The TRS Clubman 3-point bolt-in at £80 and 4-point clip-in at £100 both use the standard seat belt anchor points and do not need a cage. For 4-point competition use, the TRS Magnum 4-point FIA at £205 and the Takata Drift II at £229 are the step up.
For 6-point harnesses, the cage goes in first. The TRS Magnum 6-point Superlite FIA at £245, the Takata Drift III at £270, and the Schroth Profi 3×2 at £370.01 all suit a caged 172 going to competition or serious track days.
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What fits
Mounting for every seat in this guide.
| Seat | Mounting | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OMP TRS-E Velour FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Mirco RTS-2 3D FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Sparco Evo QRT FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Cobra Suzuka T GT FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Reclining seats | Subframe, universal runners |
Common questions
Which subframe should I use?
Sparco, OMP and Corbeau all build subframes specifically for the 172. If you have the pre-facelift car, the generic Mk2 options also fit, check which phase applies.
Does the cage fit the 182 too?
Yes, the cages listed here are built for the shared 172/182 Mk2 Clio platform.
Can I run a 6-point harness without a roll cage?
No. A 6-point harness needs anchor points above and behind the seat for the shoulder straps. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar first.
Should I choose a competition bucket or a reclining seat?
A competition bucket holds you better through a corner but is harder to live with day to day. A reclining seat keeps more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat.
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