Renault Megane Hatchback 1996-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good on fuel but repairs are quite expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Wobbles around bends or traffic circles, suffers from cross winds.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent take off and acceleration.

  • Living with it

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable seats and lots of head and leg room.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Who would want to steal a diesel Megane?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Used independent dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Poor, loud rattling engine.

    Other

    The trim rattles like a stage coach, bad seat belt retainers, oil, water and fuel leak at 99k miles. Air con pump, radiator, spring tensioner for the drive belt all went at 110k miles. The car is the most horrible car that I have ever owned.

    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