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Is the Renault Megane convertible a good car?

With its retractable glass roof, the Renault Megane CC is ideal for getting the best out of any weather condition. Its punchy 2.0 litre diesel engine offers impressive power and torque, however a soft ride and chunky kerbweight lets it down on country lanes.

What CC is a Renault Megane?

1,998 cc
Engines

ModelDisplacementTop Speed
2.0 16v1,998 cc (121.9 cu in)205 km/h (127 mph)
2.0 16v Turbo1,998 cc (121.9 cu in)220 km/h (137 mph)
2.0 16v Turbo RenaultSport1,998 cc (121.9 cu in)236 km/h (147 mph)
1.5 8v dCi 801,461 cc (89.2 cu in)170 km/h (106 mph)

Is Renault Megane 2009 a good car?

Driving experience The Megane has always been a comfortable family car, but the latest model is both capable and entertaining to drive. It doesn’t have the handling finesse or high grip levels of a Ford Focus or Honda Civic, but the Renault is an excellent all-rounder.

When was the last Renault Megane convertible made?

2010
The Renault Megane Coupe-Cabriolet was the last addition to the Megane family and it was shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. It was the second generation of the retractable roof Megane.

Do Renault still make a convertible?

The latest convertible Renault Megane keeps this key feature while improving on the dynamics of the car. The company also moved into the small convertible car market with the sporty little Renault Wind.

What is Renault known for?

Renault is known for its role in motor sport, particularly rallying, Formula 1 and Formula E. Its early work on mathematical curve modeling for car bodies is important in the history of computer graphics.

Is Renault Megane 2008 reliable?

The Megane’s powerplants have a good reliability record but customer satisfaction surveys show the Renault still has some way to go to approach the class best when it comes to reliability of electronics and servicing costs.

Is the Megane Cabriolet A good car?

The Megane Cabriolet is a tidy handler, if not entirely free from scuttle shake on the worst surfaces. The second generation 2.0-litre cars are genuinely quick, reaching 60mph in a mere 8.6 seconds. The uprated brakes on the later cars are good, the power steering communicative and it feels just great hurtling along with the top down.

How much does a radiator replacement cost for a megane cabriolet?

A replacement radiator is about £140. The Megane Cabriolet is a tidy handler, if not entirely free from scuttle shake on the worst surfaces. The second generation 2.0-litre cars are genuinely quick, reaching 60mph in a mere 8.6 seconds.

How much is a new clutch for a 1997 Megane?

(Based on a 1997 Megane 2.0 Cabriolet) A new clutch will be about £140 and a full exhaust system, excluding the catalyst, should be around £250. Brake pads are about £40 a set, an alternator is close to £135, a starter motor should be just under £125 and a headlight is about £65.