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Renault Megane I Classic (LA) 2.0i (109 Hp) Automatic
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Renault Megane:
The Renault Mégane is a small family car produced by the French car manufacturer Renault for the 1996 model year, and was the successor to the Renault 19. The Mégane has been offered in three- and five-door hatchback, saloon, coupé, convertible and estate bodystyles at various points in its lifetime, and having been through four generations is now in its fifth incarnation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Classic (LA) Overview:
Renault Megane (I Classic (LA)). With 168 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 191 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0i (109 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Slightly slower acceleration compared to the manual, but still offers decent power for comfortable cruising.
Fuel Economy
Similar fuel consumption to the manual, though real-world driving might see a slight increase due to the automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Generous boot space (510L) for a compact sedan
- • Excellent value on the used car market
- • Range of efficient diesel engines offering low running costs
- • Practical and family-friendly design
Cons:
- • Some entry-level petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics and design can feel dated by modern standards
- • Older safety technology compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Potential for electrical gremlins, typical of Renaults from this era
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims may feel less responsive
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Cabriolet (EA): 1997 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | I Classic (LA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i (109 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.6 Hp/l [412mm more] |
| Torque: | 168 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F3R More details about the engine F3R |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.7 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 191 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 148.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1130 |
| Max. weight: | 1700 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 570 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 600 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4440 mm [412mm more] |
| Width: | 1699 mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1420 mm [52mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm [112mm more] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1422 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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