By admin on June 1, 2010
The Modus has been in the wars this month, courtesy of a careless driver in the local supermarket car park, as well as clocking up more miles than usual. Lisa Curtiss reports As you’ll see from the new much higher mile-to-date figure, Mody’s spent little time lounging in my driveway this month. I’ve had a [...]
Posted in Renault, Reviews | Tagged Renault, Renault Grand Modus
By admin on June 1, 2010
LAGUNA LOOKING GOOD! Hallelujah! Finally, Renault delivers a Laguna which looks as good as it drives. The new Coupé is a million design years away from the unfortunate styling of the other Laguna models – looks which significantly compromise the desirability of the cars in my eyes, despite good (excellent in the case of the [...]
Posted in Renault, Reviews | Tagged Renault, Renault Laguna
By admin on June 1, 2010
Not long ago I tested Renault’s new Grand Modus – a practical and likeable small MPV with good space, both for people and cargo. Now I drive the new Clio Sport Tourer and ask: does a small estate offer a better alternative? What exactly is a Clio Sport Tourer? Basically, its designers have added 8 [...]
Posted in Renault, Reviews | Tagged Renault, Renault Clio
By admin on June 1, 2010
Renault’s Megane dCi 106 beat its rival in a head to head test earlier this year. This time, Ian Robertson takes the wheel of the more powerful 1.9-litre version French cars can be a bit of an acquired taste, but I’ve been bitten by the bug, and I love their bold styling and quirky nature, [...]
Posted in Renault, Reviews | Tagged Renault, Renault Megane
By admin on June 1, 2010
Earlier this year, Renault announced a raft of improvements to its Clio small car range. Ian Robertson grabs the keys to the sportiest little number, the Clio GT Diesel hot hatches are all the rage now, as buyers have finally realised that they don’t actually have to forsake good looks or strong performance if they [...]
Posted in Renault, Reviews | Tagged Renault, Renault Clio
By admin on June 1, 2010
Renault’s slow selling Laguna range has received a shot in the arm, courtesy of a range of improvements for the 2010 model year. Ian Robertson reports Here at What Diesel, we’ve always had a bit of a soft spot for the Laguna. Its comfortable ride, frugal diesel engines, and top quality cabin give it a [...]
Posted in Renault, Reviews | Tagged Renault, Renault Laguna
