Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    £400 when my other car threw its timing belt. Just passed MOT with an engine mounting.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Engine mounting and tyres for less than £100. Brake pads £13 DIY.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable driving position and reasonable steering.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite nippy for a 1.4, better than Rover 214.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Too early to comment, but so far so good.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nothing special to look at, but better than Escort/Astra of same age.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Front seats are really comfy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nothing to write home about.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    A little noisy but runs well.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes