Renault Vel Satis (2002 - 2007 )  

Renault Vel Satis (2002 - 2007 )

Plush, roomy and comfortable. The diesels are refined and the 2.2 dCi is reasonbly frugal. Excellent crash test rating.
Not everyone will like the idiosyncratic driving experience. Electric parking brake can give trouble.

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Last updated 26 November 2011
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