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 hp
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- 25.3 - 45.2 mpg
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- 2,392 - 2,833 lbs
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- 18 - 46.3 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 10.2 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 9.9 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 17.1 - 56.5 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 12.3 - 42.7 ft3 (Hatchback)
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 sedan, coupé, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 63 hp 1.9 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 148 hp 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.44 lb/hp 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 17.1-56.5 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,976 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
