Renault 19

The Renault 19 is a small family car produced by the French manufacturer Renault between 1988 and 1995.

released in 1988, the 19 was the replacement for the 9 and 11, both of which were ageing and outdated by the late 1980s. The 19 was styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro, featuring Renault's new E-type (or "Energy") engine in 1.4 L format and the F-type unit powering the 1.7 L and 1.8 L versions. Base models used the overhead valve C-type "Cléon" engine in either 1.2 or 1.4 litre capacities.

Intended to be Renault's last "numeric" named car, the 19 ushered in the new naming policy, with the sedan versions of the 19 being known as the 19 Chamade. However, the "Chamade" badge was dropped following the 1992 facelift. In 1991 a convertible bodystyle built by Karmann was introduced. Although the R19's exterior design, which was relatively conservative, like that of the R9/11, received a muted response it was praised for its interior comfort and handling.

In the summer of 1992, a revamped model was introduced with a substantially restyled front and rear, while left hand drive market versions received a new dashboard and interior - right hand drive models retained the original facia design.