Renault 19 Hatchback 1.9 D RN Turbo 5d (1994/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Not very desirable now due to newer models available.
Costs
Excellent: very cheap to run - 55+ mpg.
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On the road
Driving
More get up and go than you"d think for a diesel. Brakes could be better.
Performance
Excellent, and pretty nippy too.
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Living with it
Reliability
Hasn"t let me down, apart from general maintenance.
Image
R19 16v is still seen as a hot hatch… but diesels… nuff said!
Comfort
Easily seats four. Suspension a little soft and the body rolls on corners.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser and Thatcham Cat 2 alarm.
Service
Would never use Renault dealers!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Front discs and two shocks replaced.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes