Renault Megane FAQs

• Is Renault leaving Australia?

  In 2021, Renault announced that its local operations would be handled by independent auto distributor Ateco from the 1st of April. This move has since gone ahead, so while the brand is still technically available across Australia, Renault has a more hands-off role now, with Ateco responsible for the day-to-day management of the brand down under, as it currently does with the likes of LDV, RAM and Maserati. Once upon a time Renault was assembling cars in Melbourne, Australia, so it has very strong ties to the country.

• Is the Renault Megane a good used car?

  With no shortage of options to choose from in the used car market, the Renault Megane is one name that typically goes under the radar. After all, it hasn't exactly shifted high volumes as a new car, so there aren't many running around in the second-hand corner of the market. Nonetheless, if you can find one, the Megane is a smart and savvy choice, since this high-quality unit is built to very high standards and boasts a great balance between amenity, comfort, performance and value.

• Are Renaults expensive to maintain in Australia?

  Renault offers a five-year capped price servicing program in Australia for cars purchased after July 1, 2020, and a three-year capped price servicing plan for all vehicles purchased before July 1, 2020. Under the program, the Renault Megane R.S hatch may be services for $529 on each occasion at 12-month/20,000km intervals. This interval duration is slightly longer than what you may be used to seeing, so take that into consideration as a bonus when weighing up whether the servicing costs are expensive for your budget. You will also need to factor in prices for additional service items not included in the capped price schedule, such as brake fluid and coolant, replacing the accessory belt kit and spark plugs, as well as a gearbox oil and filter change for auto models.