Renault Megane Hatchback 1.6e RT 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
There are too many niggling probs. Central locking locked only 3 doors, boot broken into and awkward to fix, faulty air con. that auth garage couldn't fix..
Costs
Had Golf before- much more reliable. Ended up almost paying the value of the car in order to repair. Sold at auction instead.
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On the road
Driving
Responsive and smooth.
Performance
Nice pick up, nippier than you'd expect.
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Living with it
Reliability
WOuld've cost a fortune (2000 pounds) to pass MOT in 2003
Image
bit of ooh la la maybe
Comfort
Air con, A big prob. Bring a long cloth for the window when it rains - 1960s style.
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Security and Service
Security
Boot lock easily tampered with. Barrel removed but still secure shut.
Service
A pass the buck culture seemed to exist
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No probs.
Other
Can't remember, but it was directly underneath in the centre, connecting the wheels, and it cost 2000 pounds to repair.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No