Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet 2014 (GT Line TomTom 1.6 dCi) review hands-on

Basic audio controls are located on a stalk on the right-hand side of the steering column, but we’d much prefer to have these on the steering wheel instead so that they’re within reach of our thumbs.

Another neat feature of the Megane Coupe Cabriolet, in addition to the R-Link multimedia system, is the powered roof. Renault says the roof should lower in 21 seconds, but we found it lowered in 24 seconds and rose in 25 seconds, which isn’t too far off Renault’s claim. However, it’s much slower than the Mazda MX-5’s admittedly smaller roof, which descends in just 14 seconds.

The Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet GT Line TomTom 1.6 dCi 130 is available on the road from £26,395, and the car we drove from £27,085 on the road due to optional extras such as metallic paint and a leather interior.

We’re bitterly disappointed with the Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet 1.6 dCi, even more so because we thoroughly expected it to like it. The Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet is for those who like to be seen and for those who like to drive with the roof down, but the noisy, temperamental engine detracts from what should be a pleasant experience.

We can’t recommend this car and think potential owners would be better off going for the cheaper Mazda MX-5. You’ll lose two seats and the R-Link multimedia system, but you’d have a much better driving experience and we think the Mazda MX-5 is a better looking car.

To book a test drive, contact your local Renault dealer.