2003 Renault Megane Sport Tourer Elegance review from Sweden
"Smooth, nice, likeable, roomy family estate"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace battery.
Adjusted steering wheel - balance of front wheels. (my fault, I hit something when I drove...)
General comments?
Very roomy inside with nice quality materials. Easy to adjust to a good drive position.
Very comfortable to drive. Soft and smooth. Could be even smoother, I have 16" alloy wheels, but still smoother than most german cars.
Easy on the ear, low noise. A bit low geared so some engine noise comes on the motorway, I would welcome a higher 5th gear - or a 6 geared transmission.
Clutch feels a bit "on and off", and not as smooth as my previous Laguna.
Good heat in the winter, nice ECC - climate control for the hot summer days. Well equipped with cruise control and electric windows. Driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support, a must for me.
Good fuel consumption, high mileage. Low running costs.
Feels reliable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 16v petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 9500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Renault Laguna |
| Date of Entry | 28th January, 2009 |