Renault Clio Mk2 bucket seat guide
1998 to 2005
The Mk2 Clio, 1998 to 2005, covers everything from the standard hatchback through to the 172 and 182 Renaultsport models. If you know your car is a 172 or 182, the dedicated subframes for that trim are the better fit, both are listed below alongside the generic Mk2 shell options.
- Generic Mk2 shell subframes fit any trim, dedicated 172 and 182 subframes are the better fit if you have those cars
- Both the 172 and 182 have their own dedicated bucket seat guides with the fuller trim-specific range
- A genuine spread of roll cage tiers for the Mk2 shell, from a bolt-in half cage to a full door-bar structure
- 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
Know your trimIf you have a 172 or 182, the dedicated subframes for that car are the better fit and are listed on their own guides. The options below cover the generic Mk2 shell.
The Sparco Mk2 Direct Fit Sub-frame at £72.50, the Cobra Mk2 Facelift Direct Fit Subframes at £212.50, and the OMP 2nd Series Direct Fit Subframes at £97.75 cover the generic Mk2 shell.
If you have the 172, the Sparco (£72.50), Corbeau (£245), and OMP (£94.87) 172-specific subframes are the better fit. If you have the 182, the equivalent Sparco (£72.50), Corbeau (£245), and OMP (£94.87) 182-specific subframes are the better fit.
The Sparco FIA Steel Side Mount Brackets at £75, the Endurance Motorsport Sliding Runner Kit at £34, the Cobra Premium Sliding Runners at £70, and the Sparco Seat Sliding Runner Kit at £34.95 give further fixing options.
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Competition bucket seats
The Cobra Monaco Pro at £235 and Sparco Sprint L at £237 are the accessible starting points. The OMP Champ-R at £318 and Mirco RS7 Velour at £360 sit a step up. The Sparco Evo QRT at £475 and Sabelt Titan X-Large at £511 are further options. The Corbeau Sprint X System 1 at £575 is the top of the range for a Mk2 built properly for competition.
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Competition seats for the Mk2Which bucket seat for a Renault Clio Mk2
The Cobra Monaco Pro FIA at £235 is the practical starting point for a track day Mk2. The OMP Champ-R at £318 is well judged for the money at a lighter weight. For a Mk2 built properly for competition, the Corbeau Sprint X System 1 at £575 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 Corbeau Sportline RRS Limited Edition at £500 and Sparco R333 at £374.56 are further options. The Sparco GT at £421.58 is the top of the range.
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Roll cages
The SW Motorsports Club Basic Bolt In Half Cage at £468.33 is the accessible option. The Safety Devices Bolt In Rear Roll Cage at £480 is a lighter, rear-only fit. The Safety Devices 6 Point Cross Door Bar at £819 and 6 Point Single Door Bar at £844 are the top of the range for a Mk2 built properly for competition.
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Roll cage tier for the Mk2Which roll cage for a Renault Clio Mk2
The SW Motorsports Club Basic Bolt In Half Cage at £468.33 is the accessible option for a track day Mk2. The Safety Devices Bolt In Rear Roll Cage at £480 is a lighter alternative if you do not need the full structure. For a Mk2 built properly for competition, the 6 Point Single Door Bar at £844 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 Mk2 going to competition or serious track days.
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What fits
Mounting for every seat in this guide.
| Seat | Mounting | Notes |
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| Cobra Monaco Pro FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| OMP Champ-R FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Sparco Evo QRT FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Corbeau Sprint X System 1 FIA | Subframe, side mount | |
| Reclining seats | Subframe, universal runners |
Common questions
I have a 172 or 182, should I use the generic Mk2 subframe?
No, use the dedicated subframe for your trim, both are listed here and on their own dedicated guides.
Which roll cage should I choose?
The SW Motorsports Club Basic Bolt In Half Cage at £468.33 is the accessible option. The Safety Devices 6 Point Single Door Bar at £844 is the top of the range for a Mk2 built properly for competition.
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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