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Renault Megane II Grandtour 1.5 dCi (101 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)
II Grandtour Overview:
Renault Megane (II Grandtour). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1285 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.1 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 dCi (101 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission significantly impacts acceleration, making it feel quite slow.
Fuel Economy
Despite the automatic, it still offers good fuel economy for a diesel, though less than its manual counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body style
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
- • Range of economical diesel engines
- • Distinctive and stylish design for its era
- • Generous standard equipment on many trims
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered or thirsty
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and impact economy
- • Known for electrical gremlins and reliability issues (e.g., key cards, window regulators)
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap in places
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Grandtour: 2003 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | II Grandtour |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (101 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 101 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K More details about the engine K9K |
| Engine displacement: | 1461 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1285 |
| Max. weight: | 1865 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1600 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 650 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4500 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1777 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1467 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2686 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2026 mm |
| Front track: | 1518 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1514 mm |
| Front overhang: | 842 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 972 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| 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 | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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