1998 Renault Espace RTX review from UK and Ireland
"A very costly mistake"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Constant problems with the clutch pedal and gear changing, resulting in a new clutch assembly after 3 months and a complete new gear box after 4 months.
Door closure problems right from new, uncounted new door seals, driver's door out of line, seal sticking. Still ongoing after two years.
Tailgate door wrongly aligned and difficult to close.
Poor tyre wear. Front tyres changed after 3,000 miles. Renault paid.
General comments?
Feel badly let down by Renault, I previously drove exactly the same model for three years prior to changing to this new model. The gear box had changed, and now renault have reverted back to the old box. I have lost count of the number of times I have been back to Renault. I feel the service has been poor.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.1 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 31000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Espace |
| Date of Entry | 6th September, 2000 |