Renault Modus (2004 - 2012) 1.6 Dynamique 5d (AC) (2005/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Women think its sort of cute. Men laugh

Would you buy this car again and why?

NEVER! Anything that needs doing to it requires dismantling the front of the car. Rolls in corners too much. Pants economy. Sluggish acceleration. Doesnt like hills. High emissions for a small car. To fold backseats the drivers seat has to be all the way forward so you cant drive it. Overall very bad design!!!!!!!

What are you likely to buy next?

Considering mazda 3 or similar

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,000

When did you buy the car?

February 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Car had lots of optional extras that the standard dynamique didnt have (6cd changer and climate) but still a good price

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted something newer and more economical to run that didnt look the same as all the other Euro-boxes on the road.

What was the dealer like?

Extremely helpful and very friendly despite all the problems

What's it like to drive?

Easy to drive, very smooth although it can struggle uphill unless you plan ahead (I expected better from a 1.6). High sided so suffers in strong wind. Only getting about 36mpg which seems a bit pants for a small car.

What's it like to park?

Very easy due to good visibility, short bonnet and flat back end.

Have you had any problems with the car?

So far has needed new instrument panel and new seatbelt buckle. Doesnt always start first time, sounds like the starter is going. Headlight bulb change requires removal of front end of car, at least an hours labour in a garage STUPID DESIGN!!!!!!!

What's most practical about your car?

The optional boot chute, very handy when people park very close behind you.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

climate control.