Most 2019 Kadjars you’ll see in Ireland use Renault’s small diesel engines (commonly the 1.5 dCi) paired with a manual gearbox — they give good torque and economy on longer runs. Diesels of this age can show typical DPF/EGR sensitivities if mostly used for short urban trips, and most Kadjars are front‑wheel drive (AWD was less common). The Kadjar shares many parts with the Nissan Qashqai, so components and specialist servicing are easy to source locally.

• DPF / EGR behaviour: scan for historic DPF/regen fault codes, ask about recent forced regens or DPF replacement and look for excessive soot or smoke on startup.
• Clutch and gearbox: test for clutch slip under load and smooth, notch‑free gear changes (manuals at 7 years can need a clutch if used for town towing).
• Turbo and intake hoses: inspect for oil leaks at the turbo/intercooler and check boost hoses for cracks or loose clamps.
• Underbody and rear arches: check for salt corrosion on exhaust hangers, subframe and rear arch area — Irish winters accelerate underside corrosion.
• Suspension and steering play: drive over bumps to listen for knocks, check for worn anti‑roll bar links, front wishbone bushes and any steering looseness.