1988 Renault 5 TL review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wheels all 50,000, last at 140,000km.
Catalyser at 135,000km.
Injection 140,000km.
Exhaust all 40,000 to 50,000km.
Alternator 120,000km.
Gears 140,000km.
General comments?
The car was serviced two times badly - after that, the problems began. The engine's fine, the gearbox is not all too good.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Date of Entry | 16th March, 1998 |



