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Renault Megane II 2.0 16V (135 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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 Overview:
Renault Megane (II). With 191 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1265 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 194 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Megane II achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, setting a high standard for safety in its class at the time of its release.
2.0 16V (135 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Decent power, but the automatic transmission makes it less engaging and slower than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to the manual, impacting running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and stylish design that stands out
- • Excellent Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines available
- • Innovative features like the key card entry system
Cons:
- • Known for electrical gremlins and reliability issues, particularly in early models
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap compared to rivals
- • Rear visibility can be poor due to the design
- • Automatic transmissions often dull performance and increase fuel consumption
- • Early diesel engines (1.5 dCi and 1.9 dCi) had some common failure points
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V (135 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 67.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 191 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F4R More details about the engine F4R |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 194 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1265 |
| Max. weight: | 1805 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1190 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 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: | 4209 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1777 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1458 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2625 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1518 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1514 mm |
| Front overhang: | 842 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 742 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 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 | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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