Renault Megane 2018 hatchback in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews

Premium appeal is something mainstream manufacturers are increasingly gunning for and the new Renault Megane has smart styling that makes it look altogether more premium than the car it replaces. It features an advanced infotainment system and comes with a comfortable ride - get my verdict in this in-depth review.
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[@ameytade6990]

Someone just give Mat an award. He's just the best reviewer I have seen on KZbin. Hats off mate. Pure Class. you're absolutely killing it.

[@24x7x366]

Q

[@king-manu2758]

Gotta agree. His reviews are the best in my opinion.

[@cybertroy2]

my two favs are Car Wow and Kelly Blue Book. they are entertaining yet very informative

[@person2186]

agree

[@mmsackett]

Jill

[@JohnTaylor-np9my]

Just bought a 2018 Dynamique S Nav petrol auto. Very pleased with the car..traded my Guilietta 1.4 petrol turbo which I had for 4 years & loved it..just wanted something newer & not so hard riding. Also a car that looks good. Surprised how nippy it is & the auto box is fine! Very quiet & smooth. Yes, the steering could be sharper ( Guilietta was great) but with the state of the English roads & amount of traffic I personally don't find it a problem. It's easier to manouver in tight spots anyway! Interior is good enough..not bothered about rear seat room or boot space as its only my wife & I driving the car. The car is in a gorgeous kind of metallic airforce blue with 18" dark grey alloys. I reckon its the best looking hatchback out there at the moment! But..each to their own!

[@Sw-sn4tp]

Completely honestly it's based on your perspective I suppose. Pure black interior with different shades of black looks absolutely gorgeous to me and it's damn easy to maintain while the nice looking interiors on the first day (light ones) soil easily :(

[@israel426]

agreed

[@stephenolan]

YUP! Had a lovely Lexus with light coloured Leather interior. Nightmare to maintain compared to my latest car with black trim.

[@perfectmirage]

couldn't agree more. i just bought the car and i really like how easy you can clean the surface of the dash etc. this was a nightmare with my old cars (opel and ford). and every passenger is just impressed with the huge touch screen - very easy to use btw.

[@peterpan6821]

That's why I always wear dark underpants, so you can't see when I've soiled them.

[@bthedit2027]

Better than a Golf

[@thunder-iy4xy]

Tripping

[@trungtin135]

Nope

[@nocapproductions5471]

Absolutely not.

[@Axile929]

​​@@trungtin135yes it's very powerful and economic Its more comfortable than golf belive it or not

[@gisellekalengankongolo7737]

vw

[@shanecolton4644]

Drove the Irish spec Megane GT line 1.6dci 130hp; not having driven a renault in years I actually thought the gear change was nice and sharp. The steering was also good, in sport mode felt weightier than the astra equivalent and the 1.6dci was a beautiful engine, especially over 2000rpm; a little tad of low down turbo lag but then pulls like a train and really quiet and smooth. I'd honestly consider it to buy if the price was right

[@eliswerekio]

We used to own this car, sadly we crashed on ice 2 months ago.. I do recommend Megane, it is truly a beautiful and a comfortable car, that drives very well.. It does even get the sporty feel that other cars lack.. If you're considering Megane, I say go for it

[@TheRealTanSeeker]

I just picked up a low mileage GT wagon. I thought I'd made a poor choice straight after purchase as I was also looking at an mx5! But after a couple days I'm happy, it's a beautiful car, perfect for what we need also

[@AbhiKohli]

I quite like the portrait design of the touchscreen.

[@jhsm9396]

Amazing car. The styling is not over the top like Hyundais, it's a little more restrained but very detailed and sharp. Elegant and sporty Very good, probably the best looking car in its class.

[@arnodorian5527]

i dont think the i30 is over the top :D i see a honda civic on this kind off over the top designs

[@George-nv1ri]

Fiat tipo is the best looking imo but interior is poor compared to the meganne

[@arnodorian5527]

@@George-nv1ri yeah i have the megane the interior is nice but i mean from that point of badass over the top design i see the civic that means not that i think it is a good looking car you know ?

[@George-nv1ri]

@@arnodorian5527 yeah honda civic is too much, in the uk even the cheapest used meganne is £10k wjere as you can buy a tipo for £5k currently, i do prefer the renault though

[@militanthd6484]

The car cost 18.000£ you cant expect it to have 35.000£ features n quality

[@rookxc3117]

yes i can expect

[@itsg4el]

You can expect that the £18,000 model looks like a £10,000 car regarding the quality

[@yorkshire_tea_innit8097]

I still have my 2006 Megane, 2.0l petrol, and I wouldnt swap it for much on the new market. Probably the biggest difference is that mpg, 59 mpg on those roads is very impressive.

[@ultrafloss492]

I saw one a couple of weeks ago and I was surprised by its design, very beautiful indeed!

[@r4dom175]

Meg's full name is Megatron.

[@den_bla_gripen2080]

5:28 That is only in the countries with the steering wheel in the right. My mother's Renault Megane has a big glove box because the fuses are in the left of the car, so, it's only in your country, in the rest that's not a problem

[@siguru1066]

1.5DCi easily gets to 70mpg.. my wife averaged (inc the school run for 2 years) over 65mpg during the time she had a Mercdes CLA180D.. same 1.5Dci.

[@Mouse2113]

Interesting to see if the RS version is any good, shame about 5 doors only. Got my 275 Trophy for about 5.5k less thanks to Carwow :-)

[@g00dfeeling]

Beautiful and way nicer than Golf, Auris, Leon and similar boring crowd.

[@CB-xt5ie]

Lol

[@g00dfeeling]

Lol

[@mariolosberg4257]

on your list only leon looks ok.. golf is ugly car..lol

[@g00dfeeling]

Leon is supposed to be pragmatic as Golf and beautiful as Giulietta. In reality it is just plasticky Seat.

[@pierrephilosophale2952]

Yes !!

[@cool2zip]

The car is stunning on the outside to say the least and I never liked renaults in the past but loved the R26R, RS and cc.

[@robertruehlmann3667]

Hey Mat, can we conserve you? So you never get old? Even for me as a German, you are doing a great job, you are presenting it in style and fun at the same time with the right information on the spot. Also I age wise, we are around the same and my fiancee whom does not has an interest in cars at all, likes your reviews and in deep reviews

[@derbigpr500]

Can't wait for the RS version. That's gonna be a beast. 4 wheel steering, 300+ hp, the usual best-in-the-world FWD chassis that RS is known for, etc. I just hope they stick with a manual gearbox.

[@carwow]

That'd be awesome.

[@d0718]

yes! that chassis really needs a 300+ hp engine, hope they don't make it too heavy like Focus RS

[@arnodorian5527]

And three years ago you get it all 😂✌️

[@Joao14361]

It's already out in Portugal since January, and it's selling well

[@rickjames5998]

wish they had this car in the US

[@BM_PAZ]

Careful what you wish for...

[@Themoigt]

Alizée what a shame most new ds line is that bad, the new facelift looks really bad, the citroen line is a lot better than the ds, u cannot comoare the ds5 to the c5

[@mariolosberg4257]

hi.. what you think about new Citroen c3..

[@Themoigt]

Mario Losberg i think is a very cool litle car, its like a c4 cactus but smaller and cheaper, i really like it

[@michaelkennedy8573]

send me the money and i'll send you a LFH French model Megane. Source me a 460 Lincoln Continental and I'll find you a Megane RS trophy.

[@RalfFinne]

best looking car in the c segment.

[@millsy520]

i have been along life fan of Renault & often fed up with people bashing them but you did a nice review with out two much bashing thanks

[@thomasoyarzun3178]

I have the renault clip dynamique 0.9 and is such a great car, really

[@kingsleypatel1685]

I think it's the most stylish car in its class

[@luistabotelho]

Hey Matt and team, you have the best reviews ever! Sad its only for the UK, but I love them anyway! Now here is a tip which this video proves a lot better than any other... When you talk about the fuel economy you are doing that after all the testing, you have been flooring and throwing the car around and everything that is not really efficient... Maybe you should reset the trip computers and do some fuel efficient driving before giving out the mileage/economy... When you showed the driving whatever page of the onboard system it was only giving you 4x/100, I normally do 95/100 on a Renault system... So there is a lot of room to improve and it doesn't hurt the manufacturers who right now look like they lie all the time. In fact, my fuel economy is actually better than advertised for a Brazilian model Renault Sandero 1.6 15/15 (yes, it's sold as Dacia in some places).

[@c1_smalls858]

This is such a pretty car

[@AdamLeask]

I think Mat should start every video with a "this car looks like" segment! Loved it!

[@ionut-k8l]

I’m thinking of buying this car as my first car (1.4 diesel 110 hp) what do you guys think? Is it a Good car for a beginner?

[@cornelcon5267]

The most beautiful hatchback categoric 👍

[@kappakappa3110]

Dude love your work...talking about real cars for real people

[@HikikomoriDev]

...Renault should really take advantage of the Nissan dealership network in the US and start selling these here.

[@abutherbasim4392]

HikikomoriGamer i think so

[@68404]

...and at least the Septics will get the proper sized glovebox!

[@eoinmaher455]

I always liked the look of the previous Megane (especially the coupe and 265 variant) but that Meg Griffin comparison ruined it for me... Thanks Mat

[@kingsleypatel1685]

The Renault Clio is #2 in Europe and Renault is 2nd bestseller in Europe in 2017. Clio easily outsells the polo and took lead of the segment ytd.Even scenic outsells touran. So even though vw s may be lovely cars others can outsell them due to usps.Not all vows are the best: evident in car sales stats 2017

[@sbomorse]

Matt, loving the Groove Armada song on the stereo - same one used in the adverts for the MK2. Love finding these clever Easter eggs in your videos. Keep up the excellent work Matt!

[@carwow]

Well spotted!

[@Carsmk]

@@carwow wich is better car overall driving experience and quality this megane or brand new toyota corolla hatchback hybrid thank you

[@theblueeyes3889]

That looks gorgeous

[@SalmanKhan-jj5di]

Can't wait for the RS VERSION 😍

[@zwxq3]

I REALLY hope you make a review of the Renault Megane Sports Tourer (Estate) when it becomes available. The flaws with practicallity in the rear should be fixed on that model. I'm looking forward to it.

[@esteban75lover23]

Isn't it odd that CARWOW and CARBUYER posted on the same day and it's the same car. LOL

[@selldivision]

not same car. number plates my friend

[@jamesgordon783]

+Ben J Yh but the same model

[@AbdouRamoul]

are u serious man -____-

[@infiltr80r]

They are released to the press at exactly the same time.

[@hemanthsekhar8745]

Dear Matt, please review "Santa Fe 2017 sport"......I expect a positive response from you.... your car reviews are really awesome....👍👍👍........

[@sakk1192]

the problem with french cars has always been reliability esp with electrics but new models look amazing

[@RivieraByBuick]

if u buy a used one - yes, however i drive 2000 scenic, and there are not so many troubles

[@Kaisuke971]

No that's like 10 years ago for Renault trust me.

[@ben3291]

I sat in one of these new meganes whilst my 2015 Twingo Was in for its service and its such a nice car and yea Renaults Now days are Much more Reliable even finishing higher in reliability surveys than some german car manufactures.

[@derbigpr500]

Is that why Renaults in the last 10 years have topped the reliability lists in all segments? Even German DEKRA said the Megane 3 was the most reliable car buying used in the segment. If the Germans tell you a French car is more reliable than their own, then it's true. Also, Renaults are far more solid than many German cars. We have a old Renault Laguna from 2001, and it's still tighter in the interior and feel more solidly built than a 2 year old Passat or a 3 year old Insignia, which both have shit ton of rattles in the interior.

[@HK.Builds]

ur right about older French cars. nowadays the most reliable french maker is Renault hands down. look how many of their cars topped the driver power survey.

[@jameschoi9399]

in australia, if you the gt line, you can get the colour matching interior as the colour of the exterior

[@Zadrigo]

How about GT version? It has 205 bhp motor from Clio RS, it should be a good car? Any downsides?

[@asimiqbal7421]

Beautiful car. Excellent brand 👌

[@coman907014]

Great review. I like his reviews a lot. I would have one question, though. How could you review a Renault Megane 2018 and post it in 2016? Is that the WOW factor from carwow? Top notch job with these reviews, mate!

[@WhiteMoonLights]

video published 2016 but title says 2018

[@johnedgard861]

Excellent review as always. And now I want one.

[@Sr.D]

Very well priced car, you can have the gt line package for a very reasonable price and looks stunning, not a fan of the front headlights though, waiting for the restyling and a more powerful diesel engine.

[@infiltr80r]

I like the 90s Megane designs, it was my car for a long time and while technically it's quite bad - the design and things like visibility were awesome, as was the handling. Screw the modern "Autobot" design.

[@imyourhuckleberry4208]

infiltr80r "Autobot" design 😃 yeah spot on,them front lights 🙊i used to have a older one with the big butt and like Matt said about this new one seems to be still like driving a boat!

[@warrengrant2992]

I have to disagree I hated the old Megane designs from 90s and also 2000s as well thought they looked hella ugly even then! But love the new design to me its stepped up 🙌🏽

[@dzonibravo7867]

Mat spent about 2 seconds on 4 wheel steering?

[@tomasribeiro8020]

Am I the only portuguese here that is sick tired of Megane. I am seriously starting to think that there are more Meganes in Portugal than actual people!

[@lopes3955]

And when Portuguese emigrate to France they only buy Audis, while the ones who stay in Portugal only buy Meganes and 308's.

[@BLX187]

i like these reviews.. quick no nonsense

[@carwow]

Cheers!

[@MerseYattle]

the first facelift of the past gen was beautiful, really delicate, this one is a blown up more "modern" looking thing, i dont like it mazda 3 and giulietta still looking the best imo, new a class is good but not that good ps the volvo is cool too

[@roadwarrior8560]

Great review, wondering if these gave much bother with electrics etc?

[@andrejkuk5683]

stop flicking the plastic ...it hurts me when u do that :(

[@tssssL3R]

the meganes' boot is actually bigger than the 308 at 440 litres

[@ahmedjamal1102]

Amazing perforamnce Mat Watson as usual, nice reviews.. Keep up the good work Can you make head to head comparison between VW Golf, Ford Focus, Kia Ceed, Seat Leon and Peugeot 308 @Carwow

[@ssdivizion]

Great review,very user-friendly oriented,but I must disagree with Math for "dull-interior" claim...I don't think its dull at all,everything else is OK with this review,especially the tablet-cartoon begining,hehehe

[@leoesposito8762]

Mat i do really enjoy your car reports keep up the great work...

[@gabraelsthilaire6775]

great review as always mat, keep up the great work.

[@dr.armanassadi5736]

To me, its body design rubs the shoulders to A class and Golf! The only point to be improved is the graphic and the shape of the display on dashboard. well done Renault.

[@jcooper_]

Plllleeeeeeeease balance your sounds! The BGM sometimes comes on so loud and gives me a heart attack. Otherwise this is one of the best car channels out there

[@taomahNEGEV]

It is a pity Renault skipped the 3-door coupé version.

[@omarsameh4026]

regardless of price,what would be better the megane or the bmw 118i?

[@theshadow8604]

Is it worth buying now in 2021 for like 13500 euros, but 1.6dci model with 130 hp ?

[@IaSaVedem]

Kinda late to answer, but I think 1.5dci is better due to better servicing options. 1.6 has chain transmission, so it's more expensive. The 1.5dci with classic belt can be changed easier at every 60-80k.

[@oliverwestwood7983]

Do these Electric Parking Brakes automatically release when you attempt to drive away? And if so, does it work in all manufactures?

[@spijo_msa]

Hey Matt, I would like you to please check out the Mégane RS EDC Cup and do an inspection on it.

[@sandikrhin9305]

can you please make a review of an espace? i noticed u havent done it yet but i think u really should... bdw that was a great review. :)

[@redevilrrr]

Really stands out with good looking design, the older Megane (from 2010 or smth) was really bland and forgettable with diesel being only decent engine, with cheaper materials inside and also some weird choice of cloth lining that was magnet for dust, hair, gravel etc. This one however feels that it can really give a kick to those KIAś and Hyundais in terms of warranty, design and value for money. Because I think that a person who always favors Golf or Focus is going to buy a new model from the same line and those who are considering options are the ones who opted for Korean-Japanese brands lately.

[@markjeffers4663]

Would like a drive in one to compare to new focus or golf thinking of changing soon

[@emixmim]

Hi Mat! I'd love to see a review of the new Skoda Superb, preferably the 280 hp one? Thanks! Love your reviews!

[@keynaanmedia5329]

Is the Megane an upgrade from Clio?

[@Supcharged]

probably the best looking hatch alongside the alfa giuliatta

[@JoJo-vm8vk]

Better review than any French review. 👍🏻 And you are unbiased, contrary to French reviewer who are all about “Golf, Golf, Golf”, or Peugeot 308 🤣

[@tinker1148]

Great review as always Matt. Will you be reviewing a Subaru Forester any time soon? Thanks. 😊

[@kodolaandrii3826]

Video "Renault Megane 2018", published 4 AUG 2016 :D But the video itself is nice, thanks!

[@Kaisuke971]

Can't wait for the new RS, hope it's FWD to be the fastest one again :)

[@bou212]

Hi Matt, are this car's interior mood-light an expensive option?

[@danielmacconnadubh816]

Hi Matt and Co... are Renault-Nissan planning on bringing out a phev version of the Megane or a similar platform stand alone phev? Would seem perfect for the typical European commuter especially with emmisions standards and cities looking to cut down on NOx emissions.

[@BoschExxcel]

Looks nice buy I'd choose the Peugeot 308 over this.

[@albech4731]

I'd choose the 308 as well, but the design of this Megane is really tempting :P

[@SparkySlow]

if you even were in renault, renault were never like ths idiot, renault were sporty and nice, this is a wasching machine

[@raybloodypurchase1941]

SparkySlow Why call him an idiot? He was only stating his viewpoint.

[@MzwandileHarmans]

I love Astra and Peugeot 308 in this segment

[@MrXXxDioNxXx]

Do you hear alot of noise inside of the car from the road? I drive a renault megane 2012 and it lets in alot of noise from the road. Which is annoying.

[@SarahConnor618]

And how do you open the gas tank ? I tried to look in the manual and it pointed to a button that this Megane doesn't have!!!

[@Matty12333]

Which is more reliable the Megane or Ford Focus?

[@jeremycubs8331]

It has to be the Focus no doubt. Sorry you waited a year for a reply lol

[@lpm55]

When is car wow doing the new Renault Clio I think it looks grate.

[@MrAndrew1953]

Actually I'm impressed with this car but prefer the wago/estate. Have you done a video on one of them?

[@3-iLL]

Just to clarify She's not called megan griffin it's actually Megatron

[@ferozkaamil1]

Hey Matt same car is sold here in South Korea in different name Samsung SM6

[@carwow]

Well I never

[@supercooled]

haha, Renault is rebranded as Samsung in S. Korea?

[@ferozkaamil1]

+supercooled yep it is. Samsung toke it.

[@mikeyu3694]

+feroz kaamil Reef No it's not called the SM6. That's the Renault Talisman. lol. The Megan will be sold either as a Renault Samsung SM4 or SM3. I know this because I live in Korea lewl

[@ferozkaamil1]

+Michael Y. I live in korea too. recently my friend bought and it's called SM6. you might do some research about it.

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

It's basically a Merc A/GLA/Infinity Q30 underneath. Look at that window line, looks a bit familiar doesn't it.

[@stephen10.]

if it has the same quality , not a problem. renault-mercedes-nissan-infinity works together

[@fredricful]

Har dere slutter med firkantete skruer så det gårann og skru på sjiten selv? Er dere ikke årets tryggeste bil i år?

[@MrMikusha]

I love the design of the previous generation

[@scaryviking8657]

You can't get the engine sound app for the Megane IV.

[@nyathinys8021]

i can't find the full review on the rs version only the "10 things you need to know about it"

[@corkstud1]

what happened to last line consider, shortlist or buy

[@rwynmwynhaudwrynolpobtebyg9819]

such a cool design, wish we had the Talisman in the UK

[@austing4321]

I really wish Renault and Peugeot would come to the u.s.

[@austing4321]

MRsjovealek I did some research on that. They're way way better than any German offerings and look much better. I can't really trust KZbin commenters to tell me that a certain brand is unreliable without any backup. People told me fifteen years ago that Hyundai was unreliable but mine is still going strong without any major issues.

[@jim6267]

what about renault clio?

[@dookieday1]

Premium car for the price nice work renault

[@mrgt3201]

I had one while my car was getting serviced. I'm 6'2" and there's no room behind my driver's seat. Six footers will not be ok in the back.

[@MasterAppels]

It looks like a Clio after it went through the all-you-can-eat buffet!