Three years after the initial market launch of the fourth-gen Renault Megane, Renault has finally made it available with a 1.7-liter Blue dCi diesel engine. You can buy it with any trim version currently on the market.
The unit churns out 148 hp (110 kW) and 340 Nm (250 lb×ft) of torque, the latter attainable at 1,750 RPM and above. It ships in conjunction with a six-speed automatic transmission. According to the company, the Blue dCi-powered Renault Megane needs between 9.3 and 9.5 seconds to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph), depending on the body style.
In terms of fuel efficiency, the new engine is said to consume around 5.3 liters per 100 kilometers traveled while in an urban area (GB: 53.3 MPG; USA: 44.4 MPG). On a straight highway, it usually needs one liter less than that (GB: 65.7 MPG; USA: 54.7 MPG). Mixed-mode consumption amounts to 4.6l per 100 km (GB: 61.4 MPG; USA: 51.1 MPG).
Aside from the new engine, the Renault Megane estate/wagon now ships in a new trim version called Estate Limited. It sports such distinguishing features as power-assisted side mirrors painted black, tinted windows, 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, and special logos. Inside, the car houses a high-end infotainment system with a 7-inch display along with a range of electronic safety-oriented features.
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