Renault Safrane Hatchback 2.0 RT 5d Auto (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Prices low because...
Costs
Astronomical. 23mpg, always breaking down.
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On the road
Driving
Soggy handling, lazy engine, over-light PAS.
Performance
Lack lustre.
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Living with it
Reliability
3 complete auto box rebuilds in 24,000 miles, many electrical faults too.
Image
Unreliable, anonymous blob. Do not buy.
Comfort
Plenty of space, comfortable seating
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm didn't work.
Service
Expensive, indifferent.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Reliable, but very old technology.
Other
Appalling electrics, £60 to change a dash light bulb.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No