Renault Megane Hatchback 1.4 16V Alize 5d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
So-so value, got a good amount of equipment on this RN version including air conditioning (which works very well).
Costs
Average fuel consumption for its size I think, average sized tank - pretty average really!
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On the road
Driving
Feels pretty good to drive, body roll is controlled well in corners, steering is good too. Limited view out of the back window though which makes reversing and parking a little difficult, but the wing-mirrors are a decent size so it makes up for it ok.
Performance
Acceleration is stupidly poor, sluggish at accelerating from all speeds. Having said that, only a 1.4 engine in a reasonably heavy car so give it 2 out of 5.
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Living with it
Reliability
Engine is very good, electrics seem weak (passenger electric window on way out - driver electric mirror gone). The rest seems to be ok so far.
Image
Old granny's car, looks slow and it is. Front end looks ok, though.
Comfort
Very comfortable. On the RN I have height adjustable driver seat and steering column, and driver seat lumbar support. Seats all-round are very good, and the interior in general is a good quality.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard alarm and immobiliser, all seems to work well.
Service
NOT RENAULT DEALER! Trafalgar Mitsubishi Isle of Wight - They replaced the wrong wing mirror (replaced the working one - it took 4 weeks for them to get it - another 6 weeks wait now for another new one) - couldn't fit timing belt - don't seem bothered!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Electric passenger window on way out - driver electric mirror gone.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes