Renault Megane Hatchback 1.4 16V Sport Alize 5d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Price in region of similar models.
Costs
Dealer parts are pricey , but delivery is only 24-48hrs on most imports.
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On the road
Driving
Handles most road conditions with ease though does have a slight understeer.
Performance
Fantastic for a 1400 engine, struggles slightly in mid range, but good low and high end.
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Living with it
Reliability
Keep to service intervals (10k'ish) and don't run it into the ground. Timing belt every 70k, Sparks and filters 15k or there abouts. 115000 and no problems so far.
Image
Lovely car, (I'm bias towards my paint finish and trim)
Comfort
It's a family car not a tourer so have a break every 200 miles or so to sort out fatigue. Drivers seat is adjustable in height as well as distance, and the velour finish is hard wearing.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser as standard, early models had a timer on immobiliser that was a pain when you parked up for two or three minutes. (You had to lock and unlock doors to reset.)
Service
Never dealt with dealer unless I needed genuine parts. Parts always easily ordered and delivery within the week.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems and easily maintained.
Other
Keep on top of brake condition, calliper slides can seize! Exhaust on sport model is one piece, can be pricey to replace. If you plan on keeping the vehicle for many years look to a stainless steel fabricator it can be cheaper in the long run.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes