The Renault Megane is a compact hatchback with a length of 4129 mm, width of 1699 mm, and height of 1420 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2580 mm and a front track of 1450 mm. The car has 5 doors and 5 seats, making it a practical option for small families.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4129 mm 162.56 in.
Width
1699 mm 66.89 in.
Height
1420 mm 55.91 in.
Wheelbase
2580 mm 101.57 in.
Front Track
1450 mm 57.09 in.
Rear Track
1432 mm 56.38 in.
Front Overhang
842 mm 33.15 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Renault Megane is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 9.7 l/100 km in urban areas, 5.8 l/100 km in extra urban areas, and 7.2 l/100 km combined. It has a CO2 emission of 172 g/km.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.7 l/100 km 24.25 US mpg 29.12 UK mpg 10.31 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
5.8 l/100 km 40.55 US mpg 48.7 UK mpg 17.24 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.2 l/100 km 32.67 US mpg 39.23 UK mpg 13.89 km/l
Co2 Emissions
172 g/km
Engine & Transmission
The Renault Megane is a compact car with a 1.6L inline-4 engine producing 90 Hp at 5250 rpm, with a torque of 137 Nm at 4000 rpm. It has a front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual transmission. The car features an independent coil spring suspension at the front and a semi-independent coil spring suspension at the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
90 Hp @ 5250 rpm.
Power Per Litre
56.3 Hp/l
Torque
137 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 101.05 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
K7M
Engine Displacement
1598 cm3 97.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke
80.5 mm 3.17 in.
Compression Ratio
9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-40 / Renault RN0700
Coolant
6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent, coil spring
Brakes
The Renault Megane is a well-equipped car with a robust braking system, featuring ventilated discs at the front and drums at the rear, supported by an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). It also comes with a hydraulic power steering system and a steering rack and pinion, ensuring a smooth driving experience. The car rides on 14-inch wheels with 175/65 R14 tires.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
175/65 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The Renault Megane is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for daily driving. It has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 348 liters and a maximum capacity of 1210 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 60 liters, and the car has a maximum roof load of 80 kg.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.6 kg/Hp, 86.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.6 kg/Nm, 131.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1040 kg 2292.81 lbs.
Max Weight
1585 kg 3494.33 lbs.
Max Load
545 kg 1201.52 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
348 l 12.29 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1210 l 42.73 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal
Max Roof Load
80 kg 176.37 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1250 kg 2755.78 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
555 kg 1223.57 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Renault - Megane I (BA)
4129 mm (162.56 in)
5
2580 mm (101.57 in)
11.5 seconds
184 km/h (114.33 mph)
It's not the fastest car on the market, but it's still a decent performer.
Petrol (Gasoline)
7.2 l/100 km
172 g/km
The engine displacement is 1598 cm3 (97.52 cu. in.).
The transmission type is 5-speed manual.
The fuel injection system is multi-port manifold injection.
The Megane has ventilated discs at the front and drums at the rear.
The Megane has a hydraulic power steering system with a steering rack and pinion.
The Megane comes with 175/65 R14 tires.
The fuel efficiency of the Renault Megane varies depending on the engine and trim level, but it typically ranges from 40 to 60 mpg.
The Renault Megane has a generally good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Renault Megane comes equipped with a range of safety features, including airbags, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control.
The kerb weight of the Renault Megane is 1040 kg or 2292.81 lbs.
The maximum trailer load with brakes for the Renault Megane is 1250 kg or 2755.78 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Renault Megane is 60 liters or 15.85 US gal or 13.2 UK gal.
