Given the good fuel economy of the car, a Renault Modus car lease could be a stylish option for anyone looking for an urban run-about. The manufacturer has come up with a practical design that includes good cabin space and innovative styling for the car as a whole, making this a tempting option for a family lease car.

The Car That You Get

Motoring press reviews of the Renault Modus have generally praised the stylish looks of the car, which combine with a roomy interior and economic fuel consumption to make it an attractive package as a city family runabout. The spacious cabin is achieved thanks to a high roofline, which offers good headroom for both the driver and passengers. Standard equipment includes a satellite navigation system that is effective and easy to operate, along with a good quality in-car audio system. In addition to good handling in urban conditions the car has also received favourable reviews for its ability to perform well on extended motorway journeys. The Modus has achieved high standards in safety tests, which means it is a solid choice for secure, practical and comfortable road use in and around town. If long motorway journeys are undertaken an a regular basis, it may be advisable to choose one of the larger engine models as a lease car.

Leasing Options

The Renault Modus is an efficient family car, with plenty of room in the cabin and a back seat that can be moved forward to give extra space for luggage.

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The Renault Twingo is the junior partner among the French manufacturers stable of cars.

Introduced in 1992 it was marketed as a city car and had some innovative features for the time, including a central instrument panel. The original version was never sold in right hand drive markets so anyone interested in leasing a Twingo in the UK had to wait until the second-generation model launched in 2007.

A Renault Twingo car lease is a very accomplished package for a city car. It has supple ride, good road manners and can seat four adults in relative comfort.

There are 1.2 petrol engines available in 74 and 99 bhp units and topping the range is the blisteringly quick 1.6 Renault Sport.

However, on the open road the Twingo reinforces the fact that this is a car built for zipping around the city streets not for cruising the open highways. The dynamics are a mixed bag with too much body roll in the corners and it suffers a general lack of refinement all round.

Inside there is evidence of cost cutting with cheap plastics and exposed wiring giving the impression that the baby Renault maybe doesn’t get the resources its larger siblings do. For a small car it’s pricey to maintain as well.

It’s bigger than true city cars like the Mitsubishi I and the Smart car but not quite as big as a Toyota Aygo. It fills the gap well enough but there are more accomplished small cars on the market.

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A Renault Megane car lease gives drivers access to one of the most flexible vehicle ranges the French giant has ever produced.

The Megane comes in Estate, Sports Tourer, Coupe and the Coupe Cabriolet models and with a bewildering range of engines and trim levels there is a style and specification to meet almost every motoring eventuality.

All models are extremely well priced compared to their respective rivals and all are generously equipped. Handling and ride quality are sharp across the range and engine choice is generous with some particularly clean, green and economical diesels.

On the down side rear head and leg room is limited and feels cramped. Build quality can be a little iffy and to be honest other manufacturers put together more interesting propositions. Competition for the Megane is tough particularly in the small hatchback class.

Here the Golf reigns supreme and as good a car as the Megane is, it isn’t in the same class as the Volkswagen. Saying that it isn’t nearly as expensive but overall is average across too many areas to be seen as class leading.

But this shouldn’t preclude it as a lease consideration. The sports tourer is practical but not particularly sporty, the estate roomy as would be expected, and the coupé and cabriolet are both very pretty.

None of the models are particularly remarkable but it makes for a decent all rounder across the range.

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The Renault Koleos is the French manufacturers first foray into the SUV market.

Renault have been smart about getting the Koleos to market by drawing on the off-road experience of their partner Nissan. The Koleos shares much with their successful X trail and Qashqai models.

But the market for crossover SUVs is extremely competitive so does the Renault offer something others like the Volkswagen Tiguan or Ford Kuga don’t?

Well, if first impressions are anything to go by no. For a company famed for its styling flair the Koleos is pretty uninspiring.

Anyone thinking of a Renault Koleos car lease though will be impressed by its practicality. It boasts a split-opening tailgate leading to huge 450 litre luggage space, which rises to 1,380 litres with the seats folded. Inside the cabin there is no shortage of equipment or space.

Th Koleos comes with a choice of diesel engines both 2.0-litre units – one turning out 148bhp and its more powerful brother boasting 178bhp. Both have plenty of torque to deal with most eventualities.

Off road the Koleos has more than enough traction and ground clearance to cope with what most owners will throw at it.

Renault claims it is significantly cheaper and better equipped then it’s nearest rivals from Volkswagen and Ford. This maybe true but as an all round package a test drive is needed to determine the full experience.

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If there is one model produced by Renault that continues to have a va va voom in the leasing market it has to be the Clio.

The Renault Clio is now in its third generation since launching in 1990 and is still capturing the hearts of the leasing public with its sense of stylish sophistication and fine handling.

It is the only car to be voted European Car of the Year twice in 1991 and 2006.

Petrol engines start with a 1.2 litre through to the 1.6VVT and are topped by the blistering 2.0 litre Renault Sport 200. Diesel power comes from the very popular and economical 1.5 litre dci unit.

A Renault Clio car lease is an extremely attractive package for anyone looking for a car in the super mini class. It is a classy package that’s quiet, comfortable as well as being nimble to drive. It comes in six trim levels: Extreme, Expression, Dynamique, GT, Privilege and Initiale.

With a class-leading cabin as far as space is concerned it has room for five adults at a push. The boot as well is best in class with a useful 288-litre capacity.

The Clio has always served up a fine driving experience and this latest incarnation is no exception. Poise, grip and balance are all adjectives that can be applied to the ride quality.

All in all there is little to fault this French super mini in what is an extremely competitive sector.

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