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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4 out of 5

Safety

It scores highly in Euro NCAP crash tests with a maximum possible five out of five stars awarded. There are front and side airbags for those in the front, along with airbags in the front seats that keep occupants from sliding under the seatbelt in an accident. It has a reinforced windscreen surround and rear roll-over hoops. Pop-up roll-over protection is optional, as is electronic stability control and a tyre pressure monitor to warn of punctures.

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  • Adult Occupant Rating

    5 out of 5

  • Child Protection Rating

    3 out of 5

  • Pedestrian Test Rating

    2 out of 5
3 out of 5

Reliability

These later cars seem to be better built and build was claimed to have been improved during the 2006 facelift. Some owners experienced problems with the roof leaking although the dealer ought to be able to remedy this.

Car check problem points

Body

Check for roof leaks.

Engine/Gearbox

Coil faults have been reported.

Other

Many electronic faults; windows opening; engine starting itself; lights come on involuntarily; engine immobiliser operates without prompt.