The RENAULT MEGANE (2002-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 VVT EXPRESSION AUTO is a five-door family hatchback, a practical alternative to small city cars and larger estates. Its automatic gearbox and petrol engine suit town trips and commuting, while rear doors and a useful boot offer more flexibility than a typical supermini. mycarcheck.com checks covered 40 look-ups and 29 different VINs, a useful snapshot rather than a complete picture of every car. Recorded cars averaged 82,000 miles, about 7,000 miles annually, and nearly five previous keepers. Average private-sale valuation was £400, so assess each example on its condition and history. Expression trim gives the Megane a comfortable feel, and its automatic transmission can appeal to drivers who prefer not to change gear in traffic. Against the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra, it offers a roomy, distinctive alternative for families; careful checks of service records and automatic operation are sensible on an older used car.