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Had some reliability issue, luckily fixed during warranty period. Problems encountered
1. Change battery approx every 11 to 14mths.
2. Sensor faulty-car can't start, resolved after change. Due to car's weight, 2-liter will have better performance & FC.
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Comfortable ride and value for money `
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I am driving a megane sedan 1.6 manual. The car feels very solid, and the doors close with a reassuring thud.
Once inside, it is very quiet even on highway speeds. You can have a nice conversation inside the car :)
Some wind noise do intrude into the cabin above 90kmh, but it is not loud. You can hear it only if the radio is switched off.
The car is very stable at speeds, and gives feeling of a very plush ride, but not floaty feeling like other 1.6L Japanese/Korea cars that I owned before. Basically, the stability gives you more confidence when driving and less stress.
The interior is made of high quality materials, which you won't find in other cars in the same price segment. I liked the built-in sun screens at the rear doors and rear window. Really useful if my kid needs to sleep when car is moving under hot sun.
I am still skeptical of the reliability and cost of maintenance once warranty is over, but given its current low price (it is cheaper than a Toyota Altis), I feel that it is worth taking the plunge.
The driving feel is really different from Japanese/Korean cars. It is really hard to imagine going back to driving Japanese/Korean cars after driving the Megane. Of couse, I guess higher end Jap cars like Lexus, Camry , Ceifiro will properly be as good, but those are much more expensive as well.
Another minus point for most people is the acceleration from standstill is not very fast, mainly due to the weight of the car. But it is decent enough for me and since it is manual transmission for my car, it is actually not that bad.
Overall, this car is suitable for people who like comfort and safety over performance, and don't mind living with some reliability issues. At the current price, it is properly the most value for money 1.6L car in the market. I think once the new Renault Fluence comes in, it will be quite expensive, so now is the best time to get this car at a good price if you are still considering it.
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Hi All,
wrote this review to help those looking or deciding to get a Megane. Owned this vehicle for two years and finally gave it up only to get a MPV to accomodate my expanded family otherwise this is definetly a good vehicle to own as is packed with loads of features compared to rest of it class.
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Has been close to 6 months since the car was bought.
Comfort - The cabin is quite roomy, leg space for rear passengers are also sufficent for those around 1.7m tall. My pregnant wife was seated very comfortably. The interior has been insulated so noise level is minimum.
Reliability - Not too impressed with the reliability though. Had a problem within the first week. However, no fault of Wearnes,it was a production issue. In fact, was very impressed by the service provided by Wearnes.
Handling - The Michelin PP2 tyres are excellent. The griping on wet roads has been excellent. Coupled with the electronically controlled steering, the handling is cxcellent. Maneuvering the car in tight spaces is a breeze. Cruising at high speed is very stable. Brakes performance is also excellent, the jerk when stopping at high speeds is absorbed very comfortably.
Interior design - Simple design. Not fanciful. Feels snug when seated. Alot of plastics used but feels quite solid.
Exterior Styling - The new spoiler gives it a better look. The silver side mirrors makes it stand out. However, it is dependent on individual.
Features - Cruise control and speed limiter is appealing but seldom used. The automatic headlights and wind screen wipers are definitely a plus. When moving in multi storey carpark, when it is dark, the headlights will light up. The six airbags are very reassuring. The NCAP 5 star rating also provides a peace of mind. A buzzer will also sound if hand brake is engaged when moving off or if the safety belt is not used.
Value for money - A DEFINITE YES. Bought the car at a price at the price of a japanese car. Insurance was also much lower than the two leading Japanese car AD quote. A good 20% lower at zero NCD.
Engine performance - Acceleration is slow so avoid the right lane at the traffic junction.
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