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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Hatchback |
| Base Price | $18,960–$23,046 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2017 Renault Megane is a hatchback that earns a Carivo score of 7.2/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 7.7/10, while Reliability at 6.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional hatchback — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.6/10 for reliability, this hatchback trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 7.7/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.2/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.3/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $18,960–$23,046, 25 MPG, seating 5, the Renault Megane sits in the budget-friendly tier of the hatchback market. At 7.6/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 9 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2017 Renault Megane sits in the middle of the field. Until its reliability scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2017 Renault Megane ranks #58 of 99 hatchbacks in the Carivo database — better than 42% of the segment. Its 7.2/10 overall score is 0.2 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $18,960 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $23,280 by about 19%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Hatchback ranking →
Across the Megane model years we've scored, the 2017 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7.5/10 | $23,280 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.4/10 | $22,560 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.2/10 | $21,840 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.3/10 | $21,120 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.2/10 | $20,400 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.2/10 | $19,680 | Read review → |
| 2017 (this review) | 7.2/10 | $18,960 | |
| 2016 | 7.2/10 | $18,240 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.0/10 | $17,520 | Read review → |
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