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Renault Megane Scenic 1.6 e (90 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)
Scenic Overview:
Renault Megane (Scenic). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1255 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.7 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Achieved a respectable 3-star rating for adult occupant protection in 1999, which was a decent performance for its time, though modern standards are much higher.
1.6 e (90 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic gearbox further dulls the performance of the 90 Hp engine, making it feel sluggish, especially when accelerating from a standstill.
Fuel Economy
The least economical petrol option due to the combination of the older engine and automatic transmission, leading to higher running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with removable seats
- • Comfortable ride quality, ideal for families
- • Good visibility from the driver's seat
- • Practical storage solutions throughout the cabin
- • Strong diesel engine option for economy
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish and impact economy
- • Mixed reliability, particularly with electrics and minor components
- • Interior plastics can feel dated by modern standards
- • Safety rating, while decent for its era, is surpassed by newer vehicles
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | Scenic |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 e (90 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan, MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 56.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 137 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K7M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| 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: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.9 kg/Hp, 71.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 109.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1255 |
| Max. weight: | 1805 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1800 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 410 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 665 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4134 mm mm |
| Width: | 1719 mm mm |
| Height: | 1675 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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