Renault Megane Hatchback 1.6 16V Sport Alize 5d (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
OK. Cost £6200 when 2 years old ish. Get a lot of standard equipment, AC and sunroof, CD, Front Fogs, Auto anti-hijack locks, etc!
Costs
Not bad. Have had to replace 5 ignition coils in just under 3 years at £50 each, fitted them myself though so saved there.
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On the road
Driving
Sports suspension on this model helps keep it flat. Fun on country lanes. I'm not kidding myself here, I know its not a sporty car but for what it is it isn't bad.
Performance
For what it is (1.6 16v) it outruns anything else out there, including my mates Astra and Fiat Stilo.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not great. But all break downs are because of failing ignition coils, so knew what was wrong and carry a spare in the car. Takes a novice like me 5 minutes to fit one.
Image
Bit old personish, but looks ok with factory spoiler and alloys (standard stuff again on this model).
Comfort
No back ache here. So must be ok. Front driver seat has lumbar adjustment for you to get comfy.
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Security and Service
Security
Not had anything stolen from it yet. Standard remote central locking and flashing lights tend to keep people out.
Service
Appalling! Inchcape in Southampton deserve to be closed down! What Service? Dents and scrapes took an age to sort out when I picked the car up and missing badges (sport one from side) still waiting to be sorted after nearly 3 years!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Ignition Coils (5 times!) bit lumpy at idle but revs freely and performs well.
Other
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