Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    A lot of depreciation.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive serving/parts from Renault. Bad MPG.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very soft ride.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    OK, 1.7 gives enough punch.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    From 70,000 to 156,000 and never let us down.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Newer shape (after 1993) was better, and still looks good today, this model seems a little dated.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Spacious enough but very soft ride. Good quality trim.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Remote central locking. That's it.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No major worries.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Felt a bit delicate, but was very reliable.

    Other

    In its day this was a geat car and saved Renault from bankcruptcy.

    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