Renault 21 Estate Savanna GTD 5d (89) (1992/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
If you need a practical diesel estate car on a ridiculously low budget, this is the one to buy.
Costs
Parts that are specifically for the diesel derivatives can be quite high, but normal service items are compatible across the range.
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On the road
Driving
Great in a straight line. Soft suspension makes it comfortable but not much fun. Responsiveness is dull.
Performance
1.9 diesel is at best described as lacklustre. Though once you eventually reach cruising speed, it wont complain. 2.1 turbo diesel is a vast improvement.
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Living with it
Reliability
Except for body trim. No major faults to mention.
Image
Down to personal taste. Not exactly sex on wheels, but not an ugly duckling.
Comfort
Top class. Soft suspension & seats help ride the worst bumps, even sleeping policemen. Tons of legroom (although beware that this is severely compromised on seven seater version).
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Security and Service
Security
Reasonable, but dont worry. Nobody will nick it anyway. Even if they did, the police wont take long to catch it.
Service
Very helpful.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Beware of air-locks in cooling system.
Other
CV joints are prone to wear. Complete driveshaft is cheap enough and easy to replace.
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