Renault Megane Hatchback 1.9 RT dTi Sport 5d (EPk+SR+ABS) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Used purchase was good - retains value even at high miles
Costs
Servicing and parts can be very expensive
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On the road
Driving
Suspension is a bit hard, but overall handles really well.
Performance
DTi pumps out around 100horses. Good around town and on rural roads. Motorway's are not too bad - struggles over 90mph.
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Living with it
Reliability
Engine is built like a tank, shame the rest isn't. 155k on the clock and the engines got loads more left in it, not so sure about the body and suspension. 155k on the clock and still going!
Image
Nice looking car - especially in black with Renault alloys. Dated well.
Comfort
Seats are reasonable - Lancashire to Kent was a comfy ride.
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Security and Service
Security
30sec timeout on immobiliser can be inconvenient, but stops people nicking it! (not that anyone would want to)
Service
Sunwin Renault in Preston were unbelievably appalling! Costs through the roof, and no hint of customer service. Represent their own pockets and not Renault. Keep to you local garage.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Replaced oil pressure sensor - £20 5min DIY job. 2nd Turbo at 100k.
Other
Renault battery leaked under dash causing erosion - waiting for the bill to repair engine bay erosion (lots of welding). Broken door lock to rear passenger door - door won't open now. Fractured anti roll bar to passenger front.
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