Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheaper than most second-hand hatchbacks of a similar size.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Poor fuel economy - going for a diesel next.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok for shop runs once a week, but hard work doing quotes all over the county!

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Once she gets going, not too bad, but pulling away from the lights is a nightmare!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have spent over £1000 on repairs and servicing in the last 10 months. Watch out for rusting exhaust.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not particularly stunning but beats the Fiat Multipla anyday!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfy spongy seats, plenty of room and well positioned dials.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No alarm and I'm told the door locks aren't up to much but it does have an immobiliser.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No contact with manufacturer - all repairs and servicing done by local mechanic.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems with the actual engine apart from the fact that it's deathly slow!

    Other

    How long have you got?! New exhaust, new back box, cambelt pricey, needed tracking and steering alignment doing, the list is endless…

    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