1998 Renault Espace RX-T review from UK and Ireland
"Too costly a mistake"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headgasket blew at 72000, Cost £900 After owing for the for just a week (2nd hand).
Hydraulic Clutch Failed at the same time, Cost £600.
Door seals need replacing.
Needs new injectors, Renault said the engine need to come out for this.
Disgraceful tyer wear
General comments?
A very nice car to drive let down by built quality and cost to look after.
The 2.2DT give amazing performance, you think your in a much smaller car at times and it even puts out 40mpg, add this to all the space and comfort you get and it should be the best car on the road, ITS NOT!
When things go wrong they cost a FORTUNE and due to the restricted space under the bonnett they also take WEEKS to fix if its anything major.
Car Cost £3500 plus trade in on my old mark 2 "L" Reg LPG Espace, I wish I had not done it now, So much so this is now for sale.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 DT Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 72000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 77000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Espace |
| Date of Entry | 3rd October, 2004 |