Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Good budget car if there are no electrical problems 40 mpg on the 1.6e.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very costly dealership repairs - electrical problems have to go through the dealer.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very smooth, great on the motorways good handling good breaks.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not the best push it hard it will go but can feel rough.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Engine no problems, stay away from this car because of the electrics cost over £1500 in repairs for 2 years driving.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good looks, even now nice body styling - pity about the electrical build; could have been the best looking car around - look at the seat Leon Cupra similar shape how this car should have looked.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Back ache after an hours driving, to soft.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Once electrics go the owner can't start the car!

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    High priced parts, poor electrics in all Meganes and Lagunas stay away - could have been a great car apart from this - would never go near another Renault.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Electrical problems very costly would never buy this or recommend the model due to the electrical set up. I had problems with the key fob losing the coding to the immobiliser once this happens you cant start the car, £150 for new key.

    Other

    Circuit boards corroded cost £200 again could not start the car.

    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