1996-2004 Mégane OverviewRenault Mégane Overview (1996 - 2004)
1996 - 2004
Tech Specs Summary
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- 99 - 134 mph
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- 8.6 - 16.5 seconds
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- 63 - 148 BHP
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- 30.4 - 54.3 mpg
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- 1,085 - 1,285 kg
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- 348 - 1,210 L (Hatchback)
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- 281 L (Convertible)
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- 288 L (Coupé)
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- 510 - 1,310 L (Saloon)
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- 485 - 1,600 L (Estate)
This generation of the Renault Mégane was produced by the French manufacturer Renault between 1996 - 2004. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a hatchback, convertible, coupé, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 63 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 148 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Mégane is the Renault Megane Coach 2.0 16v which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 148 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 126 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 134 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Renault Mégane Grandtour 1.9 dTi RT is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 690 miles and can store 485-1,600 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,350 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
