Renault Safrane Hatchback 2.2 Executive 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lot of car for the money.
Costs
New horns £102 each, £6 used; headlamp £92 new, £47 used.
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On the road
Driving
Comfortable mile eater - 33mpg.
Performance
Not shattering, but ok.
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Living with it
Reliability
Generally ok. Glovebox problem at 66k miles. Renault not interested.
Image
Nice motor. Impressive extras.
Comfort
Fall asleep driving it.
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Security and Service
Security
Good alarm and immobiliser.
Service
Poor. Parts claimed against warranty, but not fitted.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cylinder head gasket blew at 95k miles.
Other
Cat replaced at 97k miles, plug leads burnt out at 109k miles.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No