grand tour megane

• Car Reviews

Renault Megane review

Good looking. Refined and comfy. PHEV tech is clever

Not an engaging drive, limited options at the moment

What is it?

Renault’s Megane dates back all the way to 1995, and the version currently on sale is the fourth generation of the French company’s stalwart family hatchback. You’d think that it would be an absolutely bread and butter model, but with people moving to fancy electric cars or more fashionable SUVs, the humble Megane has been somewhat left behind. 

Didn't this used to be stylish?

It did use to look a lot cooler, perhaps that’s part of the issue. The second generation was quite the looker, especially when it started shaking its backside for the adverts (you might have to look that one up), but now the car has drifted off so far into anonymity you’d have trouble finding it in a car park again. The front end with its conjunctivitis-style DRL was distinctive when it was first pasted on the Megane, but now it has been replicated across the whole Renault range it’s lost some of the charm.

Choosing your Megane is easy at least – there are just the two trim options available across the hatchback and estate body styles, as well as the full fat sporty R.S. hatch. The engine choice is even easier as we write this in September 2021, with any motor you like as long as it’s the 158bhp plug-in hybrid version. So choose your trim, settle on one of the 10 possible paint colours and you’re off. 

What’s the hybrid system like?

It’s all a bit complicated under the metal, but you needn’t worry, because it’s all very simple to drive. It’s the same set-up as you’ll find in the hybrid versions of the Clio and Captur (although the Clio doesn’t have a plug, so it’ll just go a mile or two on recuperated energy), with a 1.6-litre petrol engine backed up by two electric motors. 

The larger electric motor does the heavy lifting, getting the car about the place, while the smaller one lends a hand occasionally while also covering starter motor duties and sorting out the trick gearbox. Every carmaker says  that it’s a seamless transition between electric and petrol power in its latest hybrid, but the Renault does a particularly good job of ensuring that’s not merely PR spin. The combustion engine does occasionally get a bit dramatic, but that only underlines the quietness the rest of the time. 

A range of 30 miles from the 10kWh battery isn’t particularly impressive, but the Megane does a good job of being a hybrid even after that juice runs out. 

Our choice from the range

What's the verdict?

The Megane is a pretty car, quiet, and well equipped. But so are some rivals. The Megane's trick is the smooth ride. Most cars this size have a sportier suspension tune, which you might not want for your family bus. And the ones that are this comfy are usually baggier than the Renault in the steering department.

But at Top Gear we value a bit of spirit in the driving. Compared with crossovers, the Megane is fine, but as a hatch or estate it's pretty unengaging. So across most of the Megane range we'd struggle to find a reason to send you to a Renault dealer.

But if your driving is mostly a commute, and you have somewhere to install the charge socket, the Megane is definitely worth a look. Again it's no ball of excitement, but it’s hassle free and thrifty for long journeys.

Peugeot 308

Skoda Octavia

Toyota C-HR

Here are 12 electric pickups you need to know about

Tesla Cybertruck

Top Gear's top 20 electric cars

Trending this week, koenigsegg has broken its own 0-400-0kph world record, audi q6 e-tron, jaguar f-type long-term review: how should you spec a sports car, here are 12 of the best six-cylinder cars ever made, our cayenne has had a pain in the glass, subscribe to the top gear newsletter.

Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox.

Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.

By clicking subscribe, you agree to receive news, promotions and offers by email from Top Gear and BBC Studios. Your information will be used in accordance with our privacy policy .

Sorry, something went wrong

Try BBC Top Gear Magazine

 Renault Mégane Grandtour TCe 140 GPF EDC , 2020 MY

Engine type, engine size, acceleration, co₂ emissions, 2020 renault mégane grandtour tce 140 gpf edc specifications.

Permalink : https://www.carfolio.com/renault-megane-grandtour-tce-140-gpf-edc-720764 Suggested anchor text: 2020 Renault Mégane Grandtour TCe 140 GPF EDC <a href="https://www.carfolio.com/renault-megane-grandtour-tce-140-gpf-edc-720764">2020 Renault Mégane Grandtour TCe 140 GPF EDC</a> Copy

Renault Mégane models

Renault Megane 4 Grand Tour

Product gallery.

Product Overview

What we found.

• Very low official fuel consumption
• Good towing capacity
• No powerful engine options
• Only available with small engines
• No independent rear suspensions

Your rating:

Price comparison, specifications, related products.

• Low official fuel consumption
• Easy to DIY

• Down to very low official fuel consumption
• Interesting door arrangement

• Good looking from the front

• Small turning circle
• Not ugly anymore

• Much improved styling

• Good 0.26 drag coefficient

Specifications

New Additions

Browse by Make/Model/Type

Detailed Search Interface on the Home Page

All Makes in automobile-catalog

VIN Check , detailed car history by VIN

Markets, where cars with this particular specifications were sold:

Related models:

RENAULT SCENIC 3gen

Browse by car body

• convertible car
• hatchback cars
• station wagon cars
• Minivan cars
• Diesel cars
• Hybrid/Electric

2006 Renault Megane Grand Tour specs

2006 renault megane grand tour is a station wagon car and was released in 2006 by the make renault. 2006 renault megane grand tour has 5 doors, pertrol or diesel engines. review all the trims available., 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.4 16v authentique specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.4 16v expression specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.4 16v business specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v authentique specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v expression specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v business specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v dynamique comfort specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v dynamique luxe specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v tech line specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.6 16v privilege specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 16v business specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 16v dynamique comfort specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 16v dynamique luxe specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 16v tech line specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 16v privilege specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 85 authentique specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 85 expression specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 85 business specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 authentique specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 expression specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 business specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 dynamique comfort specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 dynamique luxe specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 tech line specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.5 dci 105 privilege specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.9 dci 130 business specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.9 dci 130 dynamique comfort specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.9 dci 130 dynamique luxe specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.9 dci 130 tech line specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 1.9 dci 130 privilege specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 dci 150 dynamique luxe specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 dci 150 tech line specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour 2.0 dci 150 privilege specs, 2006 renault megane grand tour specs & images.

Renault Megane Grand Coupe Relaunches with Stunning Price Tag!

Renault, the master of subcompact and compact vehicles megane grand coupe relaunched surprisingly cheap.

R enault is a French automaker famous for making subcompact and compact vehicles. Their subcompact and compact vehicles are receiving great recognition worldwide, and the most highly regarded model is the Megane. Even the RS model is comparable to the Volkswagen Golf GTI, called the hot hatch model.

On June 14, 2024, Renault unveiled the Grand Coupe, a derivative of the Megane. The most surprising thing is the price. This time, we will find detailed information about Renault’s newly launched Megane Grand Coupe 2024.

Discontinued after the 2nd generation The sedan model was relaunched

In the case of the Megane Grand Coupe, when you hear the name, you might think of a sleek coupe model, but it is a regular sedan model. In addition, it is not an entirely new model but a relaunch of a model that was discontinued after the 2nd generation. In the case of Megane, there was a sedan lineup that started with the first generation model. Still, due to the characteristics of the European market that values ​​practicality, the sedan model with declining sales was discontinued, beginning with the third-generation model.

The relaunched Megane Grand Coupe will be sold without significant changes from the 4th generation Megane facelift model launched in 2020. This appears to be because the original model, the Megane, was discontinued entirely after undergoing electrification. This may be unavoidable since there is no base model, but it feels somewhat unfortunate that it was released as is without any noticeable changes.

Equipped with Renault 1.3L turbo

The relaunched Megane Grand Coupe will be equipped with Renault’s 1.3L gasoline turbo engine, which has been adjusted to deliver 140 horsepower, taking into account the vehicle’s size. The engine will be paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).

For Eastern European Market Megane Grand Coupe is sold only as a sedan

As briefly mentioned above, the Megane was discontinued as of April 2024. In the era of electric vehicles, the 5th generation full-change model was launched as an electric vehicle-only model in 2022. The vehicle type also changed from a hatchback to a compact SUV. Therefore, it should be considered a different vehicle; it only carries Megane.

However, there has been a steady demand for the Megane sedan model in Eastern Europe, so Renault plans to relaunch it this time. It will be produced at the Turkiye plant and sold throughout Eastern Europe. The selling price of the model is said to be around $20,000.

Most Viewed in Gangnam Times

• Is Your Tesla’s Dog Mode Reliable? Recent Failures Spark Debate
• K-Pop Fever Hits Hard as RIIZE Charms DJ JoJo Wright on 102.7 KIIS FM!
• Sam Worthington’s Battle with Booze: How ‘Avatar’ Fame Led to His Downfall

2009 Renault Megane III Grandtour 1.5 dCi (110 Hp) FAP EDC

• GT 2.0 TCe (180 Hp)
• GT 2.0 dCi (160 Hp) FAP
• 2.0 dCi (150 Hp) FAP Automatic
• 2.0 16V (140 Hp) CVT
• 1.9 dCi (130 Hp) FAP
• 1.6 16V (110 Hp) Ethanol
• 1.6 16V (110 Hp)
• 1.5 dCi (110 Hp) FAP EDC
• 1.5 dCi (106 Hp) FAP
• 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP
• 1.4 TCe (130 Hp)