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Renault Megane III CC 1.4 TCe (130 Hp)
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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)
III CC Overview:
Renault Megane (III CC). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). With a weight of 1500 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.7 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 TCe (130 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced turbocharged petrol engine, offering responsive performance and good drivability.
Fuel Economy
Respectable fuel economy for a petrol engine, bridging the gap between the less powerful 1.6 and the thirstier 2.0 TCe.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish design with a practical hard-top convertible roof
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Good range of economical diesel engines available
- • Decent boot space for a convertible when the roof is up
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating (based on hatchback)
Cons:
- • Rear visibility can be limited with the roof up
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered or thirsty
- • Interior quality, while good, doesn't match premium rivals
- • Convertible mechanism adds weight, impacting agility slightly
- • Reliability can be a mixed bag, particularly with electronics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Coupe: 2009 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | III CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TCe (130 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet, Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 93.1 Hp/l [186mm more] |
| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 2250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H4J 700 More details about the engine H4J 700 |
| Engine displacement: | 1397 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1500 |
| Max. weight: | 1864 |
| Max load: | 364 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 417 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 211 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 750 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4485 mm mm [186mm more] |
| Width: | 1811 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Height: | 1434 mm mm [11mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2609 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2072 mm |
| Front track: | 1546 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1547 mm |
| Front overhang: | 862 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1014 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.95 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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 | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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