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Renault Megane IV Grandtour 1.7 Blue dCi (150 Hp) EDC
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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)
IV Grandtour Overview:
Renault Megane (IV Grandtour). With 340 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.3 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 205 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.
1.7 Blue dCi (150 Hp) EDC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent torque and smooth acceleration with the EDC, providing strong and refined performance.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel efficiency for a powerful diesel automatic, balancing power with economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical boot capacity (521-1504 litres)
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options, including GT variants
- • Comfortable ride quality, well-suited for long journeys
- • Stylish exterior design, particularly for a station wagon
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
Cons:
- • Some lower-powered engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Interior quality can vary, with some plastics feeling less premium
- • Infotainment system can be less intuitive than rivals for some users
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat limited due to design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2018 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | IV Grandtour |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 Blue dCi (150 Hp) EDC |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 3500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.8 Hp/l [267mm more] |
| Torque: | 340 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | R9N 401 More details about the engine R9N 401 |
| Engine displacement: | 1749 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1504 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 446 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 16 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4626 mm mm [267mm more] |
| Width: | 1814 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1449 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2712 mm mm [43mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2058 mm |
| Front track: | 1591 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1586 mm |
| Front overhang: | 919 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 995 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 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 | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | EDC |
| 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 |
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