Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great value if you're buying second hand now.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Economical, low insurance group, other costs seem average.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Pleasant to drive, but handling is none too sharp.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Poor low-down grunt, but picks up well at higher revs.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No real problems.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice styling, with a 'says nothing about you' image (think Golf).

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slightly soft, but usually comfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No deadlocks, but decent immobiliser helps.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Tappet problems.

    Other

    Rattling exhaust & heat-shield.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No