Renault Megane 2003 Cabrio

This generation of Renault Megane has been produced from October, 2003 to January, 2006. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Renault is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.0 litres and power of from 115 to 163 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 1.9 litres and power of from 120 to 130 horsepower. All engines have a timing belt driven camshaft, which requires more frequent service than a timing chain, but replacing timing belt is less expensive, and these engines are generally slightly more fuel efficient and quieter (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (5 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.

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Renault Megane 2003 cabrio average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.9 to 8.4 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.5 to 5.8 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Renault Megane 2003 cabrio petrol engine version is Renault Megane C-C 1.6 16V, consuming 6.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Renault Megane 2003 cabrio diesel - Renault Megane C-C 1.9 DCi for 100 kilometers consumes 5.5 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Renault Megane real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 9 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +9% for petrol engines and +8% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Renault Megane modification.

Renault Megane 2003 cabrio CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 164 to 201 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 146 grams per kilometer. From Renault Megane with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Renault Megane C-C 1.6 16V which produces an average of 164 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.7 seconds has Renault Megane C-C 2.0 16V T version, conversely the tardiest one is Renault Megane C-C 1.6 16V reaching this speed only in 13.6 seconds. The maximum top speed is 220 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 4-cylinder 163 hp version (Renault Megane C-C 2.0 16V T).

Lenght of Renault Megane is 436 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Renault Megane is about 1 cm longer than Ford Focus hatchback, but 2 cm shorter than Toyota Corolla sedan. Renault Megane gross weight is from 1775 to 1880 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 13 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Renault Megane trunk space is 190 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 490 litres.

This Renault is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 2000 €. Users calculated Renault Megane 2003 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1900 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 45%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 28% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Renault Megane for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Renault Megane prices and costs.

Renault Megane modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 115 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Renault Megane 2005 C-C 1.6 16V Jan 2005 — Jan 2006 1.6 Petrol 115 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.9 DCi Oct 2003 — Feb 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Renault Megane 2005 1.9 dCi Jan 2005 — Dec 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (130 HP)

1.9 Diesel 130 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 2.0 16V 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 2.0 16V 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Renault Megane 2004 C-C 2.0 16V T Aug 2004 — Feb 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds

2.0 Petrol 163 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Renault Megane service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Renault Megane prices

Renault Megane 2003 - 2006 cabrio price in Latvia is from 1400 € to 2800 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Renault Megane price is very low - Renault Megane is approximately for 67 percents cheaper then average cabrios of this age (compare cabrios 2003 - 2006 prices). The reason of Renault Megane low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Renault Megane 2005 price 1800 € 2200 € 2800 €
Renault Megane 2004 price 1400 € 2100 € 2700 €
Renault Megane 2003 price 1600 € 1700 € 1900 €

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Renault Megane reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Renault Megane reliability is very low. In the roadworthiness tests in 2017 defects were detected in an average of 34.9 percent of Renault Megane of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 27.1%.

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Renault Megane 2003 cabrio features (options)

Percentage of Renault Megane with corresponding feature (option)

Conditioning
68%
Metallic paint
66%
Climate control
59%
Rain sensor
56%
Adjustable steering wheel
49%
Panoramic sunroof
34%
Cruise control
32%
Leather upholstery
29%
Heated seats
21%
Tire pressure control
15%
Xenon headlights
15%
Dimming mirrors
13%

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Renault Megane reviews

Total 14 Renault Megane owner reviews

Renault Megane 2006 Estate car/wagon Diesel 1.9 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2014 (age of car 8 years) Owned for:1`000 kilometers (1 year)
Average fuel consumption: 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving)
Total car rating:
7
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   female, age 63
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