Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable level of eq. Good all-rounder, good carrying/towing abilities.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to run 50mpg no problem, parts are somewhat expensive but plenty of spares in breakers and engines are same as other French cars so plenty of 2nd hand parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A bit front heavy, but holds well around corners.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nothing exciting, make sure Turbo works, sluggish without.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very reliable with home servicing, TD engine should pass 150k without problems. Let down by electrical faults with CL and EW.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looks ok, better if you have spoiler and body coloured trim.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Comfortable and supportive seats, left foot rest, effortless cruising.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Factory immobiliser, CL, never been tested.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never really dealt with Renault.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Turbo hose vibrated loose, no turbo was very noticeable, retightened and fine once again. No real problems in over 163k.

    Other

    Front bushes and wheel bearings on high milers. EW & CL start playing up after several years.

    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