2001 Renault Megane Priviledge review from South Africa
"Real Renault rubbish"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Automatic fluid leak repaired by dealer, but started leaking again the next day.
Windscreen wipers stall in mid-sweep, very distracting especially in bad weather and heavy traffic. Problem still not fixed after 5 requests to service agents.
Window creaks when raising or lowering (electric window lifters). Also, still not fixed.
Rattles and creaks from back seat rest. According to the agent I need new cushions. This is the most ridiculous thing I have heard from a dealer.
Rattles from dashboard also not fixed.
Clattering noise through steering wheel over rough surfaces. This is very worrying. Dealer says this was the bonnet catch, but still the problem remains unsolved.
General comments?
The most painful things about owning this Renault is the massive depreciation and very high servicing costs (if one can call it servicing since very little has been fixed).
Each time I drive it a new rattle or creak starts. I'm paranoid about what will go wrong next.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Lovely, comfortable and stylish, but unreliable |
| Underrated value for money, but lacks a bit of practicality. |
All 2001 Renault Megane reviews
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 40000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Opel Astra |
| Date of Entry | 28th January, 2003 |