Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Bought for £90 + 150 for a new gearbox!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot more than Ford, but that's to be expected.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    A bit old man.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fast = no, economy = good. What do ya want?

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Well it's done 150k, then needed a new gear box wheel bearings maybe?

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Well, not fancy!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice driver's chair!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I don't think many people will pinch this!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I am not a main dealer person!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    BEWARE DIESELS - needed rebuild after going though puddle.

    Other

    Watch puddles - bad design on air intake - too low and it sucks water and bends the con rods!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes