Renault Megane Coupe 1996-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad for a second hand buy, spec quite good.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite heavy on the fuel, but otherwise ok.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Holds the road quite well, although prone to a bit of body roll on the corners.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Performance not bad, although not much between it and 1.6 until you really get it going. 140 MPH is attainable on a steep hill, with a good wind behind you. Pulled away from my mates' Ibiza 16v, even with a sticking rear brake.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alright, maybe slightly hairdresser-ish.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No complaints here, although rear seat passengers might have something to say.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems, always expected to find it where i'd left it.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Extremely expensive dealer service, charged about £250 and didn't seem to fix anything.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Brake bias sensor failed every M.O.T.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes