Renault Safrane Hatchback 3.0 RXE V6 5d Auto (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I paid under £500 for my car and it's in excellent condition.
Costs
Average running costs returns on average around 16 miles to the gallon, which considering it's capacity, isn't to bad.
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On the road
Driving
Very smooth and effortless, i had a 2.2 executive and then i upgraded to the 3.0 litre. The ride is aided by adjustable suspension (in the 3 litre), cruise control and PAS, it's a cracking drive all round.
Performance
Very good, it can hold its own when tested and it's smooth yet potent V6 delivers in spades when called upon.
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Living with it
Reliability
As i said i have owned two and they are fine in the reliability stakes.
Image
The only downside is it's plain and droll to look at, but once you have sat inside you will be shocked. It's 20 times a Jag, so much comfort i was amazed, 'Parker's' say it lacks prestige, but you only have to be in one to know that they are wrong.
Comfort
This really is in a class of it's own honestly, i cannot see how people rant about Jags (i have owned three, last one being an XJ6 3.2 S), the Safrane's spec is far superior the leather is gorgeous and the gismos are unrivalled well done Renault.
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Security and Service
Security
Adequate for the car.It has a built in alarm and immobiliser as standard with RCL.
Service
Good
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Electronics
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