Renault Modus Oasis 1.2 16v 75BHP Review

Good Points
The extra inch or two in height, and a low dashboard - compared to the Skoda Roomster - gives a super driving position. Got 44.16 mpg from the start. The tiny boot is still big enough for an upright wheelchair plus some luggage. With so much glass, you need either aircon or an opening roof in sunny weather. Digital mileometer is the best I have ever had, with good electronic damping so it doesn't jump up and down. Very clear, and easy to stay un-gatsoed.

Bad Points
When the fuel gauge gets to the ninth segment, fill up immediately. When it beeps on the final, tenth segment, I only have two litres left. With a 1.2, I won't take it to the French Midi, and would have chosen the 1.4 if I wanted serious motorway cruising.

General Comments
Well built, but I miss the under-the-carpet storage corners that other cars have in the boot. Door pockets are enormous: I can fit my wheel-wrench in one of them. Easy to get a non-metallic model off the dealer, which is rare for Renault.