1.0 SCe / TCe (H4D)
2019–2024 · petrol · 999cc · 100hp
Engine codes: H4D, H4DA
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Renault Clio V 1.0 SCe / TCe (H4D). Check this before you buy used.
The 1.0 three-cylinder petrols — the naturally-aspirated SCe and the turbo TCe (H4D, shared with the Captur II/Sandero/Jogger, and offered as the bi-fuel LPG) — are the volume Clio V engines: willing, very economical and cheap to run, especially on LPG. They're chain-driven; the turbo TCe adds direct-injection intake carbon and turbo/PCV care, and some of this small-Renault-turbo family use a little oil (monitor the level). The naturally-aspirated SCe is the simplest, lowest-worry unit. A serviced car on clean oil is dependable. Buy on oil-level check and service history.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (H4D) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
Known Issues
Turbo TCe: DI carbon over time; some units use oil — monitor level. SCe is simpler.
Fix / Workaround: Decarbon if rough; check oil level.
Repair cost: €150–€800
Typically appears after: 100,000 km
Turbo and PCV care on the TCe; SCe avoids this.
Fix / Workaround: Clean oil; replace PCV as needed.
Repair cost: €100–€700
Typically appears after: 120,000 km
Mileage Thresholds
After 170,000 km: Cheap to run, esp. LPG.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐SCe is the simplest/lowest-worry
- ☐Same H4D as Captur II / Sandero / Jogger
- ☐LPG is very cheap to run
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Clio V 1.0 SCe / TCe (H4D) reliable?
Maint. Sensitive — The 1.0 three-cylinder petrols — the naturally-aspirated SCe and the turbo TCe (H4D, shared with the Captur II/Sandero/Jogger, and offered as the bi-fuel LPG) — are the volume Clio V engines: willing, very economical and cheap to run, especially on LPG. They're chain-driven; the turbo TCe adds direct-injection intake carbon and turbo/PCV care, and some of this small-Renault-turbo family use a little oil (monitor the level). The naturally-aspirated SCe is the simplest, lowest-worry unit. A serviced car on clean oil is dependable. Buy on oil-level check and service history.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Renault Clio V 1.0 SCe / TCe (H4D)?
The most commonly reported problems: Intake carbon / oil use (TCe), Turbo / PCV (TCe).
Is a used Renault Clio V 1.0 SCe / TCe (H4D) worth buying?
Fine if serviced correctly — but it punishes neglect hard. History and the right consumables matter.