Renault 21 Estate 1986-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap 7 seater - a lot of car for not very much money!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Economical to run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bouncy on the bumps, but handles well - power steering is a must though.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still pulls well with 7 people and a week's shopping!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fairly reliable, but we have had some problems due to previous owners neglect!

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not boy racer like but hey - it's a 7 seater.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No immobliser or alarm, but who would want to nick it?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    The car isn't that old, but the way Renault go on you would think it was the ark!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket failure. Alternator.

    Other

    Exhaust, brakes (front and rear), fuel tank straps, central locking temperamental, tailgate electrics.

    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