Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Average - lots about

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seems fairly standard

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ok - a little sluggish but prob normal for 1.4. doesn't cruise easily over 70mph

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    See problems - usual things until 65k

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fine even on long journeys. Good size boot. rear legroom not great

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not been tested - probably same as any other

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never used renault...always used local workshop

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Needed new engine at 75k - water pump broke which blew gasket and cracked engine

    Other

    Small niggles until 65k - main one being not good in the damp - needed 2 sets of new leads, then had engine problems

    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