How Reliable Is A Primera?

[catman]

Hi all, I'm thinking about changing my faithful but ageing Mondeo.
Its replacement must be totally dependable, so I wanted informed opinions re: the Primera, circa 2003-2006.

The car must be a large hatchback, cheap to run and decent to drive too, if possible.

Thanks

Tim

[TotalControl]

That's the Renault engined one. The previous model is much more reliable and solid.

I haven't driven the later shape but have heard about people complaining about them.

A Mazda 6 or Toyota Avensis may be a much better place to put your money if it's from the same years. If you don't mind looking at the older Primera, you can't really go wrong for shed money.

[driverrob]

Some of the older ones weren't too reliable http://www.jamesrford.com/smashntag/

[catman]

Hi, thanks for the replies. My car is a 2001 and I want to move forward from that year as much as possible.

When a Primera is thought of as unreliable, it makes me realise how good my Mondeo is!

Thanks

Tim