Renault 5 Hatchback 1985-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cheap if you know where to look.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Well worth £150.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Drives like a go-cart and lots of fun. Bit scary on motorways as very light bodywork so gets buffeted by crosswinds.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Great around town, beats little boy racers off the lights if driven well. Poor acceleration on motorways as it needs a 5 mile run-up.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Gets from A to B pretty well and haven't had too many problems. Brakes and bulbs needed changing due to age and some squeaks with the steering and gearbox. Nothing major yet.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great classic styling and well worth being relaunched as per the mini and beetle. Modified versions look great too. Interior is cheap and badly laid out.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Seats are pretty uncomfortable after a while and the heaters are rubbish. Takes ages to demist in cold weather and warm up the interior. Good boot space though for the emergency repair kit and the weekly shop.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    One lock was dodgy when I bought it and no other features. But then why steal it? They'd be lucky to start it in cold weather!!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Avoided Renault as too pricy, find yourself a friendly mechanic instead

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Electronics are little dodgy as rear demister and odometer don't work. Repairs shouldn't be attempted by amateurs.

    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