Renault Megane Hatchback (2008 - 2016) 1.5 dCi (106bhp) Privilege (08) 5d (2009/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing - its a waste of space - unlike my good self
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Are all feeling sorry for me as the car has been a bad move and wont be buying one after seeing my experience first hand. They initially thought car looked lovely but reliability won them over - or lack of it in the Meganes case
Would you buy this car again and why?
Are you kidding - its has been a terrible experience. After driving for 23 years I have NEVER encountered a new car with so many problems.....
What are you likely to buy next?
Anything except Renault - perhaps a Honda Civic or Seat Altea or Leon
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£14,700
When did you buy the car?
February 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
I was happy as I got the monthly payments I wanted
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Safety, comfort and reliability
What was the dealer like?
Just the usual, all smiles and chat but still a salesman. Paperwork wasn't correct and I didn't sign up initially until the paperwork was amended.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very comfortable when its not in garage. Very responsive and the 1.5 DCi engine is powerful. Picks up speed no problem. Handles nicely round corners.
What's it like to park?
Easy with rear parking sensors and visibility all round is good
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Where do I start - Car is 6 weeks old and has been in garage for 3 weeks in total. Faulty fuses at courtesy light, air box resonator renewal, faulty rain sensor, damaged glovebox, loose mirror casing and now to top it all a new wiring loom is required - not bad going for a 6 week old car. Poor build quality overall
What's most practical about your car?
Bluetooth without a doubt although reception is poor compared to my previous Qashqai. Front leg room is good but rear is poor and boot space is fab.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth and speed limiter
