1996 Renault Megane RT review from UK and Ireland
"A comfortable, quiet, highly specified, well built and very economical family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Intermittent failure to start - traced to a faulty connection on the TDC sensor (14,000 miles) - replaced free of charge.
Rear silencer rusted through at a weld (18,500 miles) - replaced free of charge.
Clock/external temperature display bulb failed (16,000 miles)
Alternator belt snapped (27,000 miles)
Oil leak from a tappet cover - gasket not fitted correctly (35,000 miles).
General comments?
Excellent value for money, good equipment level.
Good build quality.
Comfortable and roomy with a large boot.
Superb fuel economy (average 43 mpg)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 8v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 41000 miles |
| Previous car | Citroen 2CV |
| Date of Entry | 3rd March, 2001 |