The RENAULT MEGANE (2002-09) 5DR SPORT TOURER 1.6 VVT DYNAMIQUE AUTO is a compact estate with more boot space than the Megane hatchback. Its petrol engine and automatic gearbox suit drivers who prefer not to change gears. It is an affordable rival to the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra estates. It suits small families, couples and commuters needing room for shopping, luggage or weekend trips, without the bulk of an SUV. The automatic can ease stop-start driving. Its load space and distinctive early-2000s styling help it stand apart from rivals, although age, maintenance and condition should guide any used-car decision. Mycarcheck.com logged nine look-ups across seven VINs, a small snapshot rather than a broad market sample. Average figures were £600 for private-sale value, 80,000 miles recorded and 4,000 miles driven annually; cars had nearly five previous keepers. Check history and condition carefully before buying this inexpensive Renault Megane automatic estate.