Renault Megane Hatchback: French charm with new technologies

In 2020, Renault presented an updated version of its popular fourth-generation Megane hatchback. The car received a number of changes in design, technical equipment and electronic driver assistance systems. Let's take a look at how well the update turned out for this stylish French hatchback. You can also improve your car by using the Renault Megane tuning , the accessories of which are available in our product catalog.

Specifications

Engines:

• Gasoline 1.0 l with a capacity of 114 hp. (200 Nm) and 1.3-liter with a capacity of 140 / 158 horsepower (240 / 260 / 270 Nm).
• 1.5-liter diesel with a capacity of 115 horses (270 Nm).
• Gasoline-hybrid PHEV 1.6 l producing 158 hp.

The updated Megane kept the popular gasoline engines, but the main innovation was the plug-in hybrid version. It allows you to drive on electric traction for short distances (up to 50 km) and reduces fuel consumption when driving in a mixed cycle.

Other data:

• Gearbox: 7-speed robotic EDC or 6-speed mechanics.
• Drive: front.
• Acceleration from 0-100 km/h: from 9.0 to 11.2 seconds. (depending on the modification).
• Gasoline consumption in mixed mode: 5.4-5.8 l/100 km (hybrid – 1.2 l/100 km).
• Fuel consumption in the combined cycle: 4.1-4.5 l/100 km.
• Maximum speed: 175-205 km/h.
• Dimensions (mm): length – 4359, width – 1815, height – 1438.
• Wheel base (mm): 2669.
• Clearance (mm): 145.

Equipment

Renault engineers paid attention to expanding the list of standard equipment Megane:

• Digital instrument panel;
• Multimedia with support for Apple CarPlay / Android Auto applications.
• A wide range of Renault Safety Sense safety systems is available, including automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot monitoring and lane keeping;
• Second-level autonomous driving;
• Projection display;
• Rear view camera;
• Panoramic roof;
• Two-zone climate control;
• Cruise control;
• Parking assistant, etc.

Exterior and interior

The appearance of the updated Megane has become more modern and dynamic. The changes affected the radiator grille, optics and bumpers. The car has retained its stylish and recognizable French design.

In the interior of the updated hatchback, higher quality finishing materials are used. The front panel has become more concise due to the increased touch screen of the multimedia system.

The front seats provide good lateral support, the driver's seat is designed for comfortable driving. The minimum trunk volume is 402 liters.