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Avantime

2002 to 2003

Renault Avantime Coupe 2002 to 2003
  • Bold styling, genuinely different, rare sight
  • No diesel, not as practical as it looks
Clio

2005 on

Renault Clio Hatchback Hatchback 2005 on
  • Spacious, safe, stylish and refined
  • Over-light steering
Renault Clio Estate Estate 2008 on
  • Sleek looks, a big boot, extra versatility
  • Steering is too light at speed
Renault Clio Renaultsport Renaultsport 2006 on
  • Price, looks, equipment
  • Not so good pounding the motorway

2001 on

Renault Clio Hatchback 2001 on
  • Handling, economy, good diesels
  • Enormous range of models is confusing
Renault Clio 172/182 172/182 2001 to 2006
  • Performance and involvement by the bucket load.
  • Motorway ride is rather harsh.
Renault Clio V6 V6 2001 to 2005
  • Looks, noise and kudos
  • Expensive for a Clio

1998 to 2001

Renault Clio Hatchback 1998 to 2001
  • Space, comfort, value
  • Interior can be tatty

1991 to 1998

Renault Clio Hatchback 1991 to 1998
  • Interior space, ride comfort, panache
  • Older models are not always reliable
Espace

2003 on

Renault Espace Estate 2003 on
  • Stylish, safe, good to drive
  • Thirsty petrol engines

1997 to 2003

Renault Espace Estate 1997 to 2003
  • Refinement, space, versatility, high equipment levels.
  • Too expensive for many buyers.
Grand Espace

2003 on

Renault Grand Espace Estate 2003 on
  • The best all-round people carrier
  • Pricey

1998 to 2003

Renault Grand Espace Estate 1998 to 2003
  • Pleasant cabin, loads of space and well-specced.
  • Difficult to find; prices my be off-putting
Grand Modus

2008 on

Renault Grand Modus Estate 2008 on
  • Large boot; extra practicality; frugal engines
  • Subdued ride; unexciting image
Grand Scenic

2004 on

Renault Grand Scenic Estate 2004 on
  • Very practical, comfortable and safe
  • Occasional electrical glitches could spoil ownership experience
Kangoo

1999 on

Renault Kangoo Estate 1999 on
  • Spacious; practical
  • Rather van-like (it’s based on a van); uninspiring performance
Laguna

2007 on

Renault Laguna Hatchback Hatchback 2007 on
  • Comfort, refinement, quality interior finish, great diesels, long warranty
  • Expensive options, poor packaging
Renault Laguna Sport Tourer Sport Tourer 2008 on
  • Roomy, upmarket interior, large boot, practicality
  • Uninspiring looks, unproven reliability

2001 to 2007

Renault Laguna Hatchback Hatchback 2001 to 2007
  • Comfortable, first-class safety rating
  • Complicated switchgear, limited rear headroom; reliability problems
Renault Laguna Sport Tourer Sport Tourer 2001 to 2007
  • Sturdy, secure and sleekly styled
  • Countless issues with dependability

1994 to 2001

Renault Laguna Hatchback Hatchback 1994 to 2001
  • Value, style, space, ride.
  • Patchy build quality, old engines lack refinement.
Megane

2006 on

Renault Megane Hatchback Hatchback 2006 on
  • Generously equipped and very safe
  • Reliability needs fingers crossed
Renault Megane Saloon Saloon 2006 on
  • High safety and equipment levels
  • A question mark remains over reliability
Renault Megane Cabriolet Cabriolet 2006 on
  • Comfortable cruiser with airy glass roof
  • Rear space cramped
Renault Megane Renaultsport Renaultsport 2006 on
  • Accessible performance, sharp-handling Cup chassis, diesel option
  • Confusing line-up, poor resale values

2002 to 2006

Renault Megane Hatchback Hatchback 2002 to 2006
  • Outstanding safety, distinctive looks, well kitted out
  • Cramped cabin, less than perfect reliability
Renault Megane Saloon Saloon 2003 to 2006
  • Outstanding Euro NCAP rating
  • Not as good looking as the hatchback
Renault Megane Sport Tourer Sport Tourer 2003 to 2006
  • Outstanding safety; more load space than the Laguna estate.
  • Cramped cabin
Renault Megane Cabriolet Cabriolet 2003 to 2006
  • Outstanding safety.
  • Cramped cabin.

1996 to 2003

Renault Megane Hatchback Hatchback 1996 to 2002
  • Value, unrivalled choice of bodies, sensible prices.
  • Minor issues regarding reliability.
Renault Megane Saloon Saloon 1996 to 2003
  • Value; unrivalled choice of bodies; sensible prices
  • Minor issues regarding reliability
Megane Scenic

1997 to 1999

Renault Megane Scenic Estate 1997 to 1999
  • Spacious, versatile, affordable
  • Body roll and reliability issues
Modus

2004 on

Renault Modus Hatchback 2004 on
  • Cheeky looks, safety credentials, clever packaging
  • Feels slow with lower-spec engines
Scenic

2003 on

Renault Scenic Estate 2003 on
  • Extremely practical family car
  • Not the compact package it once was; rear seats do not fold completely flat

1999 to 2003

Renault Scenic Estate 1999 to 2003
  • Space, styling, safety.
  • Awkward gear-change, brakes lack feel, confusing line-up.
Twingo

2007 on

Renault Twingo Hatchback 2007 on
  • Lively performance, neat and practical interior design
  • Less appealing than many other small cars
Vel Satis

2002 to 2005

Renault Vel Satis Hatchback 2002 to 2005
  • Unconventional looks, safety
  • Unconventional looks, depreciation could be a shock