Renault Clio 182 bucket seat guide
2004 to 2005
The Clio 182, 2004 to 2005, is the facelifted, more powerful successor to the 172 and remains a track day favourite. Sparco, OMP and Corbeau all build subframes specifically for the 182, and the cage catalogue for the shared Mk2 platform is genuinely deep.
- Sparco, OMP and Corbeau all build subframes specifically for the 182
- Generic Mk2 shell subframes are also confirmed if you need them
- A genuinely deep roll cage catalogue for the shared 172/182 Mk2 platform, from a DIY half cage to a premium weld-in kit
- A similarly named MK3 Clio cage exists for the later 197/200, a different, unrelated generation
- 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 182.
The Sparco Mk2 Direct Fit Sub-frame at £72.50 and the Cobra Mk2 Facelift Direct Fit Subframes at £212.50 also cover the shell if you need them.
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 182 built properly for competition.
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Competition seats for the 182Which bucket seat for a Renault Clio 182
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 182 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
Watch for the MK3 ClioA similarly named JP cage exists for the 197/200, a later, unrelated MK3 Clio generation. Further door-bar and dash-dodger configurations are available on request for the Mk2 shell used here.
The JP Cages DIY Half Cage Kit at £295.62 is the accessible option. The SW Motorsports Club Basic Bolt In Half Cage at £468.33 and Safety Devices Bolt In Rear Roll Cage at £488 sit a step up. The Safety Devices 6 Point Single Door Bar Roll Cage at £844 and SW Motorsports Full Bolt In Basic MSUK at £996.65 are further options. The Custom Cages International Multipoint T45 Kit at £1395 is the top of the range for a 182 built properly for competition.
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Roll cage tier for the 182Which roll cage for a Renault Clio 182
The JP Cages DIY Half Cage Kit at £295.62 is the most accessible entry into caging this car. The Safety Devices 6 Point Single Door Bar Roll Cage at £844 is a well proven mid-tier choice. For a 182 built properly for competition, the Custom Cages International Multipoint T45 Kit at £1395 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 182 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
Will a MK3 Clio cage fit my 182?
No. The 197/200 cage is built for the later, unrelated MK3 Clio. Every cage in this guide is confirmed for the Mk2 shell.
Which subframe should I use?
Sparco, OMP and Corbeau all build subframes specifically for the 182. Generic Mk2 shell options are also confirmed if you need them.
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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