Renault Megane Cabriolet (06-09) - Review

Review by Ben Wall on
Last Updated: 03 June 2009
The convertible Megane has a folding metal and glass roof. Although similar in appearance to the 2003 model, cars from 2006 received a facelift. It consisted of a very light restyling to the front and rear, a bit more power for some of the engines and a few other tweaks. None of which diminished the Coupe-Cabriolet's ability or good all round comfort. It's an ideal summer-time cruiser, looks good with the roof down and is easy to drive. It's one of the older designs for this size of car, although the more costly VW Eos is the only direct rival to also offer a glass roof section.
3.5 out of 5

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3 out of 5

Performance

It does without the weakest and most powerful petrol and diesel engine options found in the Megane hatchback, but for a car most at home cruising, the range should cover most needs. It starts with a 111bhp 1.6 petrol and tops out with a 165bhp 2.0-litre turbocharged engine. A pair of diesels are offered in 1.5 and 1.9-litre sizes and both gained a bit more power in 2006. An automatic option is offered on the 1.6 and 2.0-litre petrol and 1.9-litre diesel engines, although it takes the edge off the performance considerably.

3 out of 5

Handling

The Megane has relatively soft suspension that helps to keep the body from flexing and wobbling too much when driven over poor road surfaces. It grips the road well and handles safely without being particularly stimulating company for the enthusiastic driver. Its electric steering system does the job in that it's easy to manoeuvre, but doesn't give much feedback although.

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