Renault Grand Modus (08-12) - Review

Review by Matthew Proud on
Last Updated: 06 June 2008
The Grand Modus is Renault’s answer to the versatile Nissan Note. It’s slightly longer than the standard Modus and offers greater boot capacity, though both cabins are similar in size. The Grand Modus caters well for family buyers – with some clever storage solutions and child-friendly features – while older drivers may appreciate its elevated driving position, easy access and added practicality. The engine choice isn't huge but does include the economical 1.5 dCi which is also used in the Clio.
3.5 out of 5

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Running costs

From the frugal engine line-up, shrewd buyers should pay particular attention to the fuel sipping dCi 86 engine, which returns around 63mpg. Insurance groupings are affordable and road tax is cheap thanks to low emissions.

* based on most recent data

Estimated fuel cost for 10,000 miles per year

Unleaded

£1,306 - £1,705 *

Diesel

£943 - £1,068 *

The estimated fuel cost figure is a guide to how much this model will cost to fuel each year, so you can compare between cars. It's calculated by using the model's average mpg (calculated from both town centre and motorway driving) and the average fuel price. It's based on the following cost-per-litre: petrol 135p and diesel 141p. Prices are updated daily.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

12,000 miles. 1.2 16v and 1.6 models - 18,000 miles.

Warranty

Three years/60,000 miles.

Road tax (12 months)

£20.00 - £215.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

4 out of 5

Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

The arrows indicate the best and worst CO2 bands for this model.

Emissions summary

All engines but the automatic 1.6-litre petrol unit emit less than 140g/km CO2 and return over 47mpg. Eco-friendly buyers have two frugal diesels to choose between, with the dCi 86 the greenest choice overall, while some of Grand Modus’ interior components are made from recycled plastic.

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