Used Renault Megane RS 2018-2022 reliability review
The Renault Mégane RS is a top hot hatch that offers a huge amount of driving pleasure for quite a modest outlay.
More used reviews:
- (2008 - 13)
- (2002 - 06)
- (2016 - 20)
- (2016 - 20)
See used cars for sale
5-Star
Hot hatch
Jump to:
What's the used Renault Megane like?
Ownership cost
Our recommendations
Alternatives
Reliability
Oliver Young
Updated: 27 March 2024
How we test cars
What should I look for in a used Renault Megane?
When viewing a used car, always follow our used car buying checklist.
See used cars for sale
Luckily, with the current Mégane RS, reported problems are few. This is a sporty car, though, and will have likely been driven enthusiastically, so it’ll be worth making the obvious visual checks to the bodywork and wheels. Also check the exhaust for condition and any signs of blue or black smoke when you start the engine. Look at the condition of the brakes, the tyres and all the electrical equipment within the car as well.
Pay particular attention to the wheels of Trophy-R models that come with the optional carbonfibre set. First off, check that both sets of wheels are present with the car, and make sure all they tyres have a decent amount of tread on them. Also check that the carbonfibre wheels aren't damaged in any way; these cost £12,000 when new and will, therefore, be very expensive to repair or replace.
What are the most common problems with a used Renault Megane?
Oil pressure solenoid
There is an issue with the oil pressure solenoid in the engine of some examples made between 1 March 2018 and 31 May 2019. This has the potential to leave the engine starved of oil and lead to failure. You'll need to speak to your Renault dealer to find out if your car is affected, because it will need to be inspected and have a new solenoid fitted.
advertisment
scroll for more
Click here for more information. Contact your local Renault dealer if you believe your vehicle is involved in a recall.
Is a used Renault Megane reliable?
Although the Megane and its RS counterpart were absent from the most recent What Car? Reliability Survey, Renault as a car brand finished in 23rd place out of 32 manufacturers – that's higher than Subaru and Cupra, but lower than VW, Seat, Ford, Skoda, Honda and many others.
If you would like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.
Used cars available now
In partnership with
Renault MEGANE
1.9 dCi Dynamique TomTom Euro 5 5dr
£495
Renault Megane
1.6 16V Bizu Euro 5 5dr
£500
Renault MEGANE
1.6 16V Dynamique Euro 5 5dr
£795
Renault Megane
1.6 16V Dynamique Euro 5 5dr
£795
Renault Megane
1.6 16V Dynamique TomTom 3dr
£950
Renault Megane
1.6 16V Dynamique Euro 5 5dr
£990
Renault Megane
1.5 dCi Dynamique Euro 4 5dr
£990
Renault Megane
1.5 dCi Expression Euro 4 5dr
£995
Renault Megane
1.6 VVT Privilege 5dr
£995
See all available cars
About the writer
Name: Oliver Young
Title: Senior Reviewer
Follow Oliver Young on
Oliver Young spent three years as What Car?'s used car reporter, before becoming a reviewer in 2024 and senior reviewer in 2026. Oliver produces new car reviews for What Car? magazine and whatcar.com as part of the road test team.
News & Advice
Sponsored
Best used hot hatches for less than £20,000
A budget of £20,000 could buy you a sensible family car, or you could inject some excitement into your life with one of these 10 used hot hatches
Mon May 11 2026
News
New electric Volkswagen ID Polo revealed: new small EV gets long range and tempting price
The new Volkswagen ID Polo small electric car will major on space and value, while offering a range of up to 283 miles. Here’s everything else you need to know
Wed Apr 29 2026
Sponsored
Best used estate cars for less than £10,000
If practicality and affordability top your priorities list, you really can't go wrong with any of these capable estate cars
Mon May 26 2025
Sponsored
Best used hot hatches for less than £10,000
If you want to inject some fun into your everyday motoring, take a look at our top 10 list of used hot hatchbacks for less than £10,000
Mon Oct 20 2025
See all latest advice