Renault Megane Coupe 1996-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Had it imported from Ireland so £4000 off list price. Extremely good value

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing and parts at renault dealership is pricey.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good fun drive on open roads. Slightly heavy around town.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Really economic to run on long journies. Gas guzzler if constantly in town.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never broke down. But was involved in 4 accidents and airbags never worked.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Used to love the image, but now becoming a bit of a Kev/hairdressers car

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Really comfy sports seats. Everything on dashboard within easy reach. No space in back for adult passengers.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobilser but no alarm.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    After all 4 accidents renault couldn't match the paint colour (yellow) very well. Had to have a total respray on 4 occasions. Paid for by renault.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Bit of a bad luck car. I had 4 accidents in mine, friend who also used to have on was in 6 accidents in hers. People seem to like to drive into them.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No