2004 Renault Megane Renaultsport 225 review from UK and Ireland
"I've said I don't know whether I'll buy another Renault. The early problems took the gloss off owner"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
General poor quality control at both Renault and dealer as car was received with minor paint defects, scuff marks on interior trim.
The front offside wheel trim was extensively damage and showed evidence of having been driven off a ramp with the retaining clasp attached.
The diagnostic light came on when the car was just 7 weeks old and the car had to be returned to the garage on 4 separate ocassions before if was finally repaired. It spent a total of 3 weeks off the road.
General comments?
Now the car is running as it should it is astonishingly quick although the handling is a bit twitchy. The engine's power delivery is throughout the rev range and just doesn't let up. There are faster cars, but why?
The car is very smooth and quiet on the motorway; more a GT than a hot hatch. It is exactly the sort of car I thought it was when decided to buy it.
The interior is fantastic and a very enjoyable place to spend time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15 miles |
| Most recent distance | 2200 miles |
| Previous car | Citroen Saxo |
| Date of Entry | 15th October, 2004 |