Renault Megane Hatchback 1.6e RT 5d (Elec Pack+SR) (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap to buy 2nd hand, can't loose much more value!
Costs
Reasonable MPG (35) extraurban, but low for urban (27).
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On the road
Driving
Sloppy round corners and twitchy at high speed, labours in low revs.
Performance
Ok engine with reasonable torque above 3,500rpm - very sluggish below.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ok so far (although only 30,000 miles). Head gasket looks like it might be about to go (oil in water system).
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Comfort
Tiring to drive at high speed, good for passengers though.
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Security and Service
Security
No alarm. Immobiliser irritatingly restarts after 30secs (annoying if you put something in boot, have to lock and unlock again).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket might be about to go (30,000 miles).
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