Renault2002-2010 Mégane Overview

Renault Mégane Overview (2002 - 2010)

2002 - 2010

Tech Specs Summary


104 - 147 mph

6.1 - 14.9 seconds

81 - 227 hp

27.1 - 51.1 mpg
lb
2,568 - 3,461 lbs

18.4 ft3 (Sedan)

17.3 ft3 (Convertible)

18.4 - 56.5 ft3 (Wagon)

11.7 - 42 ft3 (Hatchback)
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This generation of the Renault Mégane was produced by the French manufacturer Renault between 2002 - 2010. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 81 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 227 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Renault Megane RS R26.R
(2008 - 2009)
...RS R26.R

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Mégane is the Renault Megane RS R26.R which scores 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 227 hp and a power/weight ratio of 11.95 lb/hp it has a top speed of 147 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.1 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Renault Mégane Grandtour 1.5 dCi 82
(2004 - 2005)
....5 dCi 82

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Renault Mégane Grandtour 1.5 dCi 82 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 793 miles and can store 18.4-56.5 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,866 lbs.

Euro NCAP Results

2003
Adult Occupant
★★★★★
Pedestrian
★★
2004
Adult Occupant
★★★★★
Child Occupant
★★★
Pedestrian
★★
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