The RENAULT MEGANE (2009-14) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 16V 100 EXPRESSION is a practical family-sized hatchback in the UK’s mainstream small-car class. Five doors make access straightforward, while its useful cabin and boot suit errands, commuting and school runs. It offers a sensible alternative to rivals such as the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra. mycarcheck.com has recorded 850 checks covering 452 different VINs, a substantial sample that gives buyers context. These cars averaged £1,600 in private-sale valuation, around 90,000 miles recorded and 7,000 miles driven annually. The average keeper count was 3.42, so check each car’s history and condition rather than relying on averages. The 1.6-litre petrol Expression suits commuters, first-time buyers and small families seeking a comfortable, versatile car. It prioritises practical everyday motoring over sporty performance or luxury. Like Focus and Astra rivals, it offers familiar hatchback manners; condition, service history and a vehicle check matter when choosing a well-kept used example.