The RENAULT MEGANE (1996-03) 2DR COUPE 1.6 16V PRIVILEGE+ AUTO is a compact, two-door petrol coupe from Renault’s familiar Mégane range. It sits among affordable used small cars, offering sleeker styling than a conventional five-door hatchback. Automatic transmission makes it appealing for relaxed town driving, while the coupe shape prioritises style over easy rear-seat access. Based on four mycarcheck.com look-ups covering three VINs, recorded examples averaged 84,000 miles and 2,000 miles annually, with 6.25 previous keepers. The sample is small, so these figures are only a guide; the average private-sale valuation was £100. This older Mégane suits budget-conscious drivers wanting an inexpensive second car, a distinctive commuter or occasional-use runabout, rather than buyers needing modern safety equipment or family-friendly rear access. The coupe’s rounded late-1990s design gives it more character than many plain compact rivals, while its 1.6-litre engine and automatic gearbox favour simple, comfortable motoring over sporty pace. Check condition carefully.