Renault Megane Reviews from Egypt - Page 2 of 2

Up until this day I have changed the following (I might add that they where changed free of charge under warranty)

1- Twice I've changed the A/C internal Blower

2- Rain Sensor

3- Steering Wheel Solenoid Lock

4- Car Battery

5- Complete Window Lifting Mechanism (Passenger Door)

6- Car Horn.

Otherwise, general comments like high internal cabin sounds while driving from the doors and console especially.

The a/c takes a while to kick in and make an effect (I doubt it will be very efficient in the Gulf area).

Brakes also make a lot of noise at low braking speeds. The ABS kicks in a bit too frequently when braking on slippery or bumpy roads.

Plastics are a little on the cheap side compared for example to a Peugeot 307.

Fuel efficiency is great on the highway at 100-120km/h.

Manual transmission is great for acceleration. 0-100km/h in about 10 seconds with no load.

Very stable on the highway at high speed. The maximum I reached was 210km/h no load and 195km/h with the car fully loaded. I think it can do better if I change the wheels and tyres to sporty ones.

Megane II Sedan offers a very comfy and spacious ride. Probably the roomiest in its class. Great Boot space too.

Generally, it is a great looking car, but some work can be done on the quality side to ensure perfection.

Well until now I've changed the following:

1) both front door window lifting motors

2) the water tank of the wipers

3) Both front lower arms

4) both front internal door hands.

And the brake pads noise is a must even if you bought a new pads or not and sometimes the steering wheel doesn't lock automatically plus now the clutch is making a strange noise.

And internal cabin noise coming from everywhere.

This car has a nice design and nice performance and fuel economy with a great stability control and lot of options to be satisfied.

But it lacks power with this all electrical stuff in the car you feel that it takes time to realise that you are accelerating.

Feels like this car is hiding many problems in the future.

One of the number plate lights goes off sometimes..

After ownin the car for 6 monthes I can say I'm very happy with the car..

The design of the car is amazing.. it looks great from every angel.. though some people would need sometime to get used to its looks..

Inside the Megane is very roomy.. with everything and every button at the right place.. u don't need a lot of time to get used to it..

On-board Trip computer provides you with all the info you need.. Oil level reader-Fuel used-Average fuel consumption-Current fuel Consumption-Estimated range-Distance travelled-Average speed-Mileage before service-Tyre pressure-Time-Temprature.

Step-Tronic Gear is very responsive, has a manual mood for sporty driving...115 HP engine feels strong and car takes off easy with nice engine sound at 130 Km/H.

Car has Automatic operating head-lights-Windscreen wipers.

60L fuel tank capacity..8-9L/100Km is what car usually consumes in the city..

Power assisted steering took me sometime to 'feel' it.. it has a very strong ABS brakes that will make you feel very confident while driving, additionally it has EBD, Emergency Brake Assist, ESP.

Plenty of Storage Compartments!:Door pockets-Front door armrest-Underfloor Storage in driver's and passenger's footwells!-Front center armrest-Glove box-Sunglasses holder-Cup holders-Rear armrest storage-Rear Parcel shelf storage compartment.

Other stuff like good Air-con..Radio CD player with 6 speakers.. Electronic mirrors..Doors close automatically when car moves.. Fog lights..6 Air bags.etc.

All in all it's a great car.. Previous Car was a 1984 200E..it was a great car as well specially the engine..but I'm very happy with the Megane so far..i'd recommend it to anyone.