2003 Renault Megane 2 dci review from Romania

Cranky noises of the windows after 1000 km. Dealer tells me it's normal, cause it is new (!!!). Engine won't start when cold after 15.000 km (first oil change). My mechanic told me it was a wrong diesel filter they replaced, but the dealer told me it's a software problem (the computer). Anyway, I decided to go on the dealer's hand: he rewrote the software (it took him 8 hours!), after that the car still won't start when cold, and more, I had no control of the windows, windshields, lights, etc... (!!!).

After calling France, he managed to fix it (with my help...) and I took the car to my mechanic and change that filter myself...

First of all, we are talking about the new Megane 2, with those looks you either love or hate...

Good mileage (about 4 L / 100km), even thou the board computer shows less that actual fuel consumption.

The power (81 hp) is almost enough for its size and weight. Aerodynamics are kind of bad (0.35), and the fuel consumption grows very fast with speed.

If one goes to 90-100 km/h, he will be surprised to have a consumption of at most 3.2 l/100km highway cycle. Top speed: 190 Km/h (Renault say 170 Km/h)