Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Loads of goodies for boring hatchback.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Hates filling stations. (avg 53mpg). I've never owned a car which had needed so little money spending on it!

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfy due to soft suspension but does roll on corners.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sluggish, but so am I. What the heck?

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    100% - what more can I say.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's a Renault 19 for crying out loud!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good ride and seats adjustable in just about every direction.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Totally secure - who would nick a Renault 19 diesel?

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I give them money - they do the work. Fair deal I would say.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Hand primer leaked - twenty quid to get fixed by dealer.

    Other

    Those pesky tyre things do wear out.

    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