Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad. Stereo is poor however.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing is reasonable. Goes through brakes and tyres quickly if driven too hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles well around country lanes.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice for an auto when in sport mode.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Brakes now sticking when left to stand for a day or two - common fault on Megane and Scenic I'm told, also started cutting out when coming to a stop, throttle value at fault just needs to be clean I'm told as well.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very good looking car at first, Focus and others now better it.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not very good. Seats are now quite worn. Lots of room in the rear though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs alarm, but fine otherwise.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Sticking brakes, fan makes ticking noise for 10-15secs when turned on and one front wash for wipers doesn't always work.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes