Renault Megane Hatchback (2008 - 2016) 1.6 16V (110bhp) Dynamique TomTom 5d (2012/62) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Appreciates good modern styling, buys a car with head and heart in equal measures.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Everyone really likes the car and comments on how stylish it is.

Would you buy this car again and why?

It's the third Renault I've owned after always owning Citroens, but when I come to change my car I will look into a car with new eco technology.

What are you likely to buy next?

The 2014 Renault Megane or Alfa Romeo Giulietta

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£11,979

When did you buy the car?

March 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, the car was £6,000 cheaper than a 13-reg car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

£6,000 saving on pre-reg Meganes.

What was the dealer like?

Very poor customer focus: pile them high, sell them cheap and get them out the door quick quick.

What's it like to drive?

The car is very easy to drive with easy steering and controls, the engine revs and gearing takes a bit of getting used to at first, seemed to be sluggish but if you use the gears correctly it shifts along and engine seems refined, I get about 35 mpg average.

What's it like to park?

Quite easy to drive, light steering, large mirrors, the rear pillars are large but what modern car hasn't? It lacks parking sensors too.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Auto wiper sensor doesn't always react correctly to light drizzle, sometimes auto lights on sensor operates when its quite light and the sound system speakers are very poor and distort easily.

What's most practical about your car?

Good boot space, good tailgate opening and loading lip, cubby holes in both front floors, door pockets good and armrest storage too, glovebox small.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

TomTom sat nav, cruise control, hands-free Bluetooth.