Renault 5 Hatchback 1985-
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Hard to find a good one these days and it'll be expensive when you do!

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Parts are hard to find and usually are expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    They're rare, handle like go-karts, they are turbo'd and are in the cheap tax bracket! Bags of fun!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very fast. Do 0-60 in 7.1 seconds as standard!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Bad. They're old and most parts are very old and worn now.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not many around! And still looks cool and modern. Just ask Ali G!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The best seats you'll ever sit in, they grip you perfect and are really soft to sit in.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Very easy to break into, especially those back windows. Get an alarm ASAP.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Haven't got a clue about these cars, best to go to a specialist.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Tappets click and make it sound like a diesel.

    Other

    Boost hoses come off under hard boost, doors drop, sunroof leaks, electric windows are slow, door pins stick, exhaust hits rear bumper, CD player jumps because of the angle.

    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