Renault Megane Hatchback 1.6e RXE 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Hold their value well compared to other cars in their sector
Costs
Loads of reliability problems, see below
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On the road
Driving
Nice car to drive
Performance
Goes well - shifts for a 1.6
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Living with it
Reliability
Very poor - where do i start - back box mounts are useless snapped 3 times since i owned the car, head gasket blown, occaonally just didnt want to start - front shock snapped - water pump gone - rear strut brace corroded
Image
Nice looking car - not as common as your Astras and Escorts
Comfort
Best car I've owned for comfort - nice seats - stereo controls on the steering wheel a great touch
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser too effective - immobilises the car after 30 seconds - car was broken into once. Still there in the morning, but unaware due to no alarm as standard
Service
None done by my mate at his garage - dealers to expensive
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Loads see reliabilty
Other
Drivers side front shock snapped
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