Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bought car for £150, but needs to have some work done to get it through MOT so not great. Should be economical being diesel though

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cheap on diesel

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good for age

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good performance. Plenty of low down pull which is ideal for towing. Turbo really makes a difference to acceleration, but can lag a bit

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I have not had car long enough to give a fair verdict. Engine, gearbox, clutch and electrics all work well, which is promising

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Much better then the saloon model, which I had previously

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. French cars are the most comfortable going

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Has remote central locking and immobiliser, but I don't have the immobiliser key

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I only use the Renault main dealer for parts. Any repairs I cannot do myself I take the car to an independent Renault specialists. If you find a decent mechanic stick with him. B.G Motors ST PETERS KENT. TEL 01843 860001. REC HARRY

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None.

    Other

    Clutch pedel assembly needed replacing, because the self adjuster ratchet had worn. The chap I bought car off said it needed a new clutch.

    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