Make me a shortlist?

Can you please short list 3 to 5 cars that would in your opinion fit the following - new or used, 1.6 Ltr engine or less, easy to live with but interesting to drive, economical and reliable

Premium fuels in a small engine

I have a clio 1.2Tce, in this type of engine (with turbo and compression ratio 9.8:1) can i get better mileage and performance using RON 98?

Megane auto gearbox problems

I was driving on the motorway at about 70mph when there was a loud clunk, the car lost power down to below 50mph and revs increased. This has happenened twice but the car is ok at low speed around town....

Why has my Clio suffered an expensive "pump break-up" fault?

I have a 2006 Renault Clio 1.5 diesel. I have been told I have "pump break-up" so metal particles are everywhere. I need two new injectors and two need overhaul, and also a new pump, pipes and the fuel...

Diesel turbo failure

My father has a 2004 plate Espace 1.9 diesel on which the turbo has apparently failed (or is failing) - there is a lull at approx 1900-2000rpm almost as if the engine is missing. Mileage is approx 134k...

Can't get the V5 for our new car for another three months - is this normal?

My daughter recently purchased a pre-registered Renault Scenic. She paid cash. She was never presented with the V5C to countersign for transfer of ownership. She has subsequently enquired about the V5C...

Which MPV is suitable for a large family?

We are looking for a car to replace our 15-year-old Ford Mondeo. With two children, potentially their friends and families, we are thinking of opting for the versatility of an MPV and, due to our relatively...

Petrol to diesel engines

Can I replace a petrol engine in a 2008 Renault Megane with a diesel engine?

Replacing a worn tyre

I am currently talking with Renault re the n/s/r tyre, which wears on the outer edge and has done from new. I have had the car 4 wheel Lazer aligned and it highlights the rear beam axle is out of alignment....

Injector check light on a Megane,

Do you have an idea what "Check injection" could mean on a 2004 Renault Megane 1.9Dci 120? Its done 80k miles and at 79950 miles yesterday, the service light came on with that message then disappeared...