The RENAULT MEGANE (1996-03) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.9 DCI DYNAMIQUE is a compact five-door family hatchback, aimed at buyers wanting practical everyday transport rather than a large or expensive car. In the UK market it sits among mainstream alternatives such as the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Peugeot 307, with useful rear-door access and room for passengers and shopping. Its 1.9-litre diesel engine suits regular commuting and longer journeys, while the five-door layout works well for small families, couples and practical-minded used-car buyers. Dynamique trim gives this Megane a more appealing, better-equipped feel than entry-level versions, and the model is known for comfortable, easy-going driving and sensible running costs compared with many petrol hatchbacks. mycarcheck.com has four checks across four VINs, so its figures are a small snapshot, not a guide to today’s prices: average recorded mileage was 102,000, annual mileage 3,000, and previous keepers 3.75; the average private-sale valuation was £100.