Renault 5 Hatchback 1981-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never out of the garage.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It was a Gordini turbo, torque steer.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Eats Mk1 Escort turbos.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Turbos blow, no cooling fan.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cult car, better than 205.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What security?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No wonder Renault are in problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Good when working.

    Other

    You fight with torque steer. Needs a lot of TLC.

    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