Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value when bought, disappointing now trading in.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Averaging at least 45mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not that exciting. Could be sharper into corners. Generally pleasant to drive, though.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad. 8v models a little slow to 'pick up'.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Exhaust went early into purchase. Seems to have an idling problem at the moment where it keeps cutting out, just about to trade in.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nice enough to look at every now and then. No prestige here, though.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats ok with lumbar on drivers seat. Steering wheel can be moved up and down.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Really annoying immobiliser kicks in after 30 secs - if you don't start car in that time it resets, meaning you have to lock and unlock to start. If battery fails you can't start car at all!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not needed.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Ok, but sounds a little clattery.

    Other

    Exhaust fell off.

    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