Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2009 – 2016) Review
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Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2009 – 2016) At A Glance
Plenty of interior space. Good comfort levels and easy to drive. Revised model from 2014 looks good. Well refined.
Fiddly navigation system. Rear seats don't fold completely flat. Rivals such as the Volkswagen Golf Estate offer more boot space.
The Renault Megane typically lives in the shadow of cars like the Volkswagen Golf or Ford Focus – but the Sport Tourer estate, which was revised in 2014, is worth a look if you're after a practical yet compact load lugger. It’s spacious, solidly built and good to drive too. It may not feel quite as sophisticated as a Golf Estate, but it has plenty of appeal as a stylish estate.
Rear load space is impressive at 524 litres. That’s behind the class-leading 660 litres of a Peugeot 308SW, but it doesn’t really feel like you’re losing much in reality, thanks to a wide opening and a low load deck. Folding the seats expands space to 1600 litres, however, they don’t fold completely flat - an oversight that means the Megane isn’t as versatile as some of the competition.
On the plus side there is a good amount of space in the back row. The choice of materials in the cabin is good, with a mixture of soft-touch and harder, good quality, durable plastics. However the layout is drab and the infotainment system is fiddly and confusing to use.
The Megane Sport Tourer is easy to drive, with a comfortable suspension set up and light, accurate steering. Despite the comfort-oriented suspension there isn’t much body roll through bends, so the Megane suits B-roads just as well as town or motorway driving, both of which are made more pleasant by impressive soundproofing and refinement.
The engine range kicks off with an older, lacklustre 1.6-litre petrol that is best avoided, but the TCe petrol engine and dCi diesels are capable performers, with the added benefit of reasonable fuel economy. Renault also offers a 220PS petrol in the GT for those who want swift performance.
There’s no denying that the estate versions of the Volkswagen Golf or Peugeot 308 are better all-round cars than the Megane Sport Tourer, but it still makes for comfortable, practical and easy-to-drive family transport. If you can get a good deal then it’s certainly worth adding to your shortlist.
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Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2009 – 2016) handling and engines
- Engines range from 1.2 TCe Stop/Start to 2.0 220
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 27–70 mpg
The Megane Sport Tourer range kicks off with a 1.6-litre petrol engine with 110PS. It’s an old-fashioned unit marred by high emissions of 159g/km. A better choice for those who want petrol power is the 115PS Energy TCe petrol, which offers better performance despite being a 1.2-litre, along with respectable emissions of 119g/km and official economy of 53.3mpg.
Renault also offers a 1.5-litre diesel with 110PS and a 1.6-litre diesel with 130PS, the latter of which is the best engine in the range, offering impressive performance thanks to healthy peak torque of 320Nm. It feels at home in most environments and works well as a motorway cruiser thanks to good refinement - it's quiet and comfortable enough to eat up long distances with ease. Official economy for the 130PS engine is impressive at 70.6mpg, with emissions of just 104g/km.
The GT 220 model is only offered with a 220PS petrol engine - the same engine as used in the Renaultsport Megane, but power is down on the hot hatch and so is performance – so it’s hard to recommend, especially when you consider its emissions of 169g/km. It also gets a more performance focussed suspension set up to give more agile handling with less body roll - but also less comfort.
The rest of the Megane Sport Tourer models are easy to drive thanks to a softer, more comfortable suspension set-up and well-weighted controls. The steering is smooth, light and accurate, while the gear change is crisp and precise. The Sport Tourer is more at home on a long cruise than on a tight country road – but even on more challenging roads there is plenty of grip so it's safe and predictable.
It might be easy to drive and comfortable, but it isn’t quite as good as the SEAT Leon ST or Volkswagen Golf Estate – both feel more accurate, more responsive and have better ride quality through bends and over bumps. That said, the Megane Tourer hardly lags a mile behind – it’s just not quite as polished as its rivals.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 TCe | 53 mpg | 11.0 s | 119 g/km |
| 1.2 TCe 130 | 52 mpg | 11.0 s | 124 g/km |
| 1.2 TCe 130 Automatic | 50 mpg | 10.0 s | 129 g/km |
| 1.2 TCe Stop/Start | 53 mpg | 11.2 s | 119 g/km |
| 1.4 TCe | 43–45 mpg | 9.9 s | 145–153 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi | 81 mpg | 12.1 s | 90–93 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi 106 | 63 mpg | 11.2 s | 120 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi 110 | 64 mpg | 11.2 s | 114 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi 110 EDC | 67 mpg | 11.7 s | 109 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi 86 | 64 mpg | 13.3 s | 115 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi 90 | 64–71 mpg | 12.9–13.3 s | 104–115 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi 90 ECO | 71 mpg | 12.9 s | 104 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi Automatic | 67 mpg | 12.1 s | 104 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi ECO | 67–69 mpg | 11.2–12.6 s | 106–109 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi ECO Automatic | 67 mpg | 12.1 s | 110 g/km |
| 1.5 dCi Stop/Start | 81 mpg | 12.4 s | 90 g/km |
| 1.6 | 40–71 mpg | 10.1–10.8 s | 104–163 g/km |
| 1.6 16V | 40–42 mpg | 10.5–11.2 s | 159–163 g/km |
| 1.6 16V VVT | 41 mpg | 10.8 s | 162–163 g/km |
| 1.6 dCi | 71 mpg | 10.1 s | 104 g/km |
| 1.9 dCi | 55 mpg | 9.5–9.8 s | 134–135 g/km |
| 1.9 dCi 130 Stop/Start | 71 mpg | 10.1 s | 104 g/km |
| 2.0 220 | 39 mpg | 7.6 s | 167 g/km |
| 2.0 CVT | 37 mpg | 10.3 s | 175 g/km |
| 2.0 dCi 160 | 48–50 mpg | 8.8 s | 150–155 g/km |
| 2.0 dCi 165 | 50 mpg | 8.5 s | 145 g/km |
| 2.0 TCe | 37–37 mpg | 8.0 s | 178 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2009 – 2016)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
77%
Real MPG
27–70 mpg
MPGs submitted
219
Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2009 – 2016) interior
- Boot space is 486–1600 litres
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4559–4567 mm |
| Width | 1804–2037 mm |
| Height | 1469–1507 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2701–2703 mm |
The most important part of an estate car is the boot – and in that regard the Megane Sport Tourer is good, if not as good as class-leaders. With the rear seats in place capacity is 524 litres, which is shy of the Volkswagen Golf Estate’s 605 litres and the Peugeot 308 SW at 660 litres, but it doesn’t feel much smaller thanks to a nice wide opening and a low, flat load lip.
Unfortunately the Megane Sport Tourer isn't as good as it could be with its rear seats folded down – they don’t fold flat, which means the load area isn’t as versatile as that of many rivals. For bulky, weighty items a flat load deck is more or less essential, so it’s a problem worth bearing in mind. On the plus side you can specify a folding front passenger seat for loading extra long objects.
The rest of the cabin is better. There’s plenty of room in both the front and rear row for adults and the materials used feel strong and durable. There’s a mixture of harder plastics low down and soft-touch materials higher up, both of which feel tough and capable of withstanding kicking children’s feet or scratching dogs' paws.
The layout of the dashboard is uncluttered and neat but there are a few problems, notably with the infotainment system. It’s a TomTom device and is controlled by a joystick and buttons on the centre-console. It’s tricky to get to grips with and it bongs, beeps and flashes for almost every circumstance, which gets tiresome quite quickly.
The rest of the equipment is generous enough – every model gets air conditioning, cruise control, electric windows, alloy wheels, six air bags, push button start and USB-connectivity. Upper trim levels gain the aforementioned navigation system, plus luxuries including dual-zone climate control, auto lights and auto wipers.
Expression+ models come with 16-inch alloy wheels, tinted rear windows, front fog lights, LED running lights, heated and electrically adjustable door mirrors, cruise control, USB-in, air conditioning, push-button start and electric front windows.
Dyanmique TomTom trim adds automatic lights, auto wipers, dual zone climate control, keyless entry and start, TomTom built in navigation system, plus a folding front passenger seat and a load net.
GT Line TomTom trim adds 17-inch alloy wheels, extra tinted rear windows, electrically folding door mirrors, black headlight surrounds, GT Line styling kit, two-tone seat cloth, aluminium pedal caps, Renaultsport steering wheel, rear parking sensors and an improved audio system.
GT220 trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels and a Renaultsport chassis.
Renault Megane Sport Tourer (2009 – 2016) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4559–4567 mm |
| Width | 1804–2037 mm |
| Height | 1469–1507 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2701–2703 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1205–1449 kg |
| Boot Space | 486–1600 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 12500–18000 miles |
| Spare Wheel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Tyre-repair kit | ||
| Alternative | Space-saving spare wheel | ||
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £15,855–£24,755 |
| Insurance Groups | 12–31 |
| Road Tax Bands | A–I |
| Official MPG | 36.7–80.7 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | 5 |
| Child | 4 |
| Pedestrian | 2 |
| Overall | - |
On sale until April 2017
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Sports 1.2 TCE 115 Dynamique Nav 5dr | £20,070 | 53.3 mpg | 11.0 s |
| Sports 1.2 TCE 115 Expression+ 5dr | £19,070 | 53.3 mpg | 11.0 s |
| Sports 1.2 TCE 115 GT Line Nav 5dr | £21,570 | 53.3 mpg | 11.0 s |
| Sports 1.2 TCE 115 Limited Nav 5dr | £20,570 | 53.3 mpg | 11.0 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 Limited Nav 5dr | £21,245 | 80.7 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 Limited Nav Auto 5dr | £22,245 | 67.3 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.6 dCi 130 Limited Nav 5dr | £21,745 | 70.6 mpg | 10.1 s |
| Sports 2.0 T 220 GT Nav 5dr | £24,755 | 38.7 mpg | 7.6 s |
On sale until March 2017
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Sports 1.2 TCE 130 GT Line Nav Auto 5dr | £22,970 | 50.4 mpg | 10.0 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 Dynamique Nav 5dr | £20,745 | 80.7 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 Dynamique Nav Auto 5dr | £21,745 | 67.3 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 Expression+ 5dr | £19,745 | 80.7 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 Expression+ Auto 5dr | £20,745 | 67.3 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 GT Line Nav 5dr | £22,245 | 80.7 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.5 dCi 110 GT Line Nav Auto 5dr | £23,245 | 67.3 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Sports 1.6 dCi 130 Dynamique Nav 5dr | £21,245 | 70.6 mpg | 10.1 s |
| Sports 1.6 dCi 130 GT Line Nav 5dr | £22,745 | 70.6 mpg | 10.1 s |
On sale until October 2015
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique Nav 1.6 110 5dr | £17,750 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Expression+ 1.6 110 5dr | £16,750 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Limited Nav 1.6 110 5dr | £18,250 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
On sale until September 2014
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Knight Edition 1.6 110 | £18,150 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Knight Edition ENERGY dCi 110 Stop and Start 5dr | £19,645 | 80.7 mpg | 12.1 s |
On sale until November 2013
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.2 TCe 115 Stop and Start 5dr | £19,645 | 53.3 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.5 dCi 110 EDC Auto 5dr | £21,895 | 67.3 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.5 dCi 110 Stop and Start 5dr | £21,245 | 80.7 mpg | 12.4 s |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.6 110 5dr | £18,545 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.6 dCi 130 Stop and Start 5dr | £21,745 | 70.6 mpg | 10.1 s |
| Expression+ 1.5 dCi 110 EDC Auto 5dr | £20,895 | 67.3 mpg | 12.1 s |
| Expression+ 1.5 dCi 110 Stop and Start 5dr | £20,245 | 80.7 mpg | 12.4 s |
| Expression+ 1.5 dCi 90 ECO 5dr | £18,895 | 70.6 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Expression+ 1.6 110 5dr | £17,545 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| GT Line TomTom 1.2 TCe 115 Stop and Start 5dr | £21,145 | 53.3 mpg | 11.2 s |
| GT Line TomTom 1.2 TCe 130 Stop and Start 5dr | £21,545 | 52.3 mpg | 11.0 s |
| GT Line TomTom 1.5 dCi 110 Stop and Start 5dr | £22,745 | 80.7 mpg | 12.4 s |
| GT Line TomTom 1.6 dCi 130 Stop and Start 5dr | £23,245 | 70.6 mpg | 10.1 s |
| GT Line TomTom 2.0 dCi 165 5dr | £23,995 | 50.4 mpg | 8.5 s |
On sale until June 2013
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.5 dCi 110 ECO 5dr | £20,545 | 67.3 mpg | 12.6 s |
| Expression+ 1.5 dCi 110 ECO 5dr | £19,545 | 67.3 mpg | 12.6 s |
On sale until September 2012
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| GT Line TomTom dCi 160 5dr | £23,295 | 49.6 mpg | 8.8 s |
On sale until February 2012
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique TomTom 2.0 CVT 140 5dr Auto | £20,210 | 37.2 mpg | 10.3 s |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.4 TCe 130 5dr | £18,675 | 44.8 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.6 110 5dr | £17,760 | 39.8 mpg | 10.5 s |
| Dynamique TomTom dCi 110 ECO 5dr | £19,645 | 68.9 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Dynamique TomTom dCi 110 EDC Auto 5dr | £20,895 | 67.3 mpg | 11.7 s |
| Dynamique TomTom dCi 130 5dr | £20,315 | 55.4 mpg | 9.5 s |
| Expression 1.6 16v 100 5dr | £16,755 | 41.5 mpg | 10.9 s |
| Expression 1.6 16v 110 5dr | £16,940 | 39.8 mpg | 10.5 s |
| Expression dCi 110 ECO 5dr | £18,825 | 68.9 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Expression dCi 110 EDC Auto 5dr | £20,075 | 67.3 mpg | 11.7 s |
| Expression dCi 90 5dr | £18,160 | 70.6 mpg | 12.9 s |
| GT Line TomTom 1.4 TCe 130 5dr | £20,165 | 44.8 mpg | 9.9 s |
| GT Line TomTom dCi 110 ECO 5dr | £21,135 | 68.9 mpg | 11.2 s |
| GT Line TomTom dCi 130 5dr | £21,805 | 55.4 mpg | 9.5 s |
| GT Line TomTom dCi 160 5dr | £23,035 | 47.9 mpg | 8.8 s |
| GT Line TomTom TCe 180 5dr | £22,135 | 36.7 mpg | 8.0 s |
On sale until November 2010
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Extreme 1.6 16v 100 5dr | £15,855 | 41.5 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Extreme dCi 90 FAP 5dr | £17,615 | 64.2 mpg | 13.3 s |
| GT dCi 160 FAP 5dr | £23,975 | 47.9 mpg | 8.8 s |
| GT TCe 180 5dr | £22,910 | 36.7 mpg | 8.0 s |
| Privilege TomTom 1.4 TCe 130 5dr | £20,405 | 42.8 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Privilege TomTom dCi 110 FAP 5dr | £20,965 | 64.2 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Privilege TomTom dCi 130 FAP 5dr | £22,090 | 55.4 mpg | 9.8 s |
On sale until July 2010
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique TomTom 1.5 dCi 106 | £20,115 | 62.8 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Expression 1.5 dCi 106 | £18,915 | 62.8 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Extreme 1.5 dCi 86 | £17,615 | 64.2 mpg | 13.3 s |
On sale until January 2010
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique TomTom 2.0 TCe 180 | £20,766 | 37.2 mpg | 8.0 s |
| Privilege TomTom 2.0 dCi 160 FAP | £23,065 | 47.9 mpg | 8.8 s |
| Privilege TomTom 2.0 TCe 180 | £21,685 | 37.2 mpg | 8.0 s |
On sale until October 2009
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamique 1.4 TCe 130 | £18,535 | 42.8 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Dynamique 1.5 dCi 106 | £19,085 | 62.8 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Dynamique 1.6 16v VVT | £17,535 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Dynamique 1.9 dCi 130 | £20,085 | 55.4 mpg | 9.8 s |
| Dynamique 2.0 TCe 180 | £20,035 | 37.2 mpg | 8.0 s |
| Privilege 1.4 TCe 130 | £19,435 | 42.8 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Privilege 1.5 dCi 106 | £19,985 | 62.8 mpg | 11.2 s |
| Privilege 1.9 dCi 130 | £20,985 | 55.4 mpg | 9.8 s |
| Privilege 2.0 CVT 140 Auto | £20,435 | - | - |
| Privilege 2.0 dCi 160 FAP | £22,285 | 47.9 mpg | 8.8 s |
| Privilege 2.0 TCe 180 | £20,935 | 37.2 mpg | 8.0 s |
| TomTom Edition 1.4 TCe 130 | £18,895 | 42.8 mpg | 9.9 s |
| TomTom Edition 1.5 dCi 106 | £19,440 | 62.8 mpg | 11.2 s |
| TomTom Edition 1.6 16v VVT | £17,895 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| TomTom Edition 1.9 dCi 130 | £20,440 | 55.4 mpg | 9.8 s |
On sale until July 2009
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Privilege 1.6 16v VVT | £17,985 | 40.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Privilege 2.0 dCi 150 Auto FAP | £22,785 | - | - |
Model History
- June 2009: Megane Sport Tourer launched
- November 2009: Entry-level Megane Sport Tourer Extreme launched
- May 2010: Megane GT and GT Line unveiled
- January 2012
- July 2013: Renault Megane Knight Edition
- September 2013: Renault Megane range restyled for 2014
- December 2013
- February 2014
- June 2014: 'Limited' edition Megane launched
- February 2015: Renault Megane 220GT Sport Tourer announced, along with 220GT versions of the 5-door hatch and 3-door coupe.
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- April 2015
June 2009
Megane Sport Tourer launched
Range comprises 21 versions across four trim levels: Expression, Dynamique, TomTom Edition and Privilège, priced from £15,485 to £22,785. High standard equipment levels include: 4x15W RDS radio CD, air conditioning, front and rear curtain airbags, electric front and rear windows, ESP and longitudinal roof bars.
Options include 17” alloy wheels, Arkamys 3D Sound audio system with Bluetooth and multi-functional TunePoint (for portable music players and USB keys), Carminat TomTom®, electric panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery and bi-xenon headlights. Nine engines at launch (four petrol and five diesel), ranging from 86hp to 180hp
Both versions of the 1.5 dCi engine (86 and 106hp) emit 120 grams per kilometre or less in the estate version of Renault’s best-selling model. The 1.5 dCi 86 Expression produces only 118 grams. Versions with the 1.9 dCi 130 are also eligible. Two eco² models feature in each trim level, giving a total of eight affordable and low emission choices across the range.
The range starts with Expression, at £15,485. Key features on this entry-level version include 4x15W RDS radio CD, air conditioning, front and rear curtain airbags, ESP, folding front passenger seat, front and rear electric windows, keyless car with Renault card and longitudinal roof bars.
Higher up the range, Dynamique boasts core equipment such as 16” alloys wheels, automatic lights and wipers, Bluetooth and MP3 connection, Hands free Renault card and leather steering wheel. Like New Clio and Scénic, a new TomTom Edition appears in the New Mégane Sport Tourer line-up. Based on Dynamique, it offers Carminat TomTom for an additional £360, rather than the £450 cost of it as an option.
Completing the range, flagship Privilège trim provides luxurious family motoring, adding Dual-Zone climate control, electric folding mirrors, electrochrome rear view mirror and rear armrest with storage. To enhance the already svelte lines of the latest addition to the New Mégane range, a Style Pack is available on Expression versions at £380, offering 16” Spirale alloy wheels and front fog lights.
November 2009
Entry-level Megane Sport Tourer Extreme launched
Has 1.6 100 petrol and 1.5 dCi 86 diesel engine, costing £14,935 and £16,685 respectively - £1,000 less than Expression model. Core equipment includes: 4x15W radio with RDS and CD, air conditioning, ESP with AUX input, Renault keycard and front electric windows.
May 2010
Megane GT and GT Line unveiled
GT Line is an option pack available on Mégane Dynamique versions. They feature a specific chassis and are powered by the Mégane’s core-range of economical and ecological engines. GT is available with the 2.0 TCe 180 and 2.0 dCi 160 powerplants and combines sporty exterior and interior details with a specially-tuned chassis which takes its inspiration from Mégane Renaultsport 250
January 2012
2012 Megane range benefits from Renault’s latest three new downsized engines, 1.2 TCe 115, 1.5 dCi 110 Stop & Start and 1.6 dCi 130 Stop & Start, all with impressive fuel economy and emissions figures, not to the detriment of performance and responsiveness. The dCi 110 110hp Stop & Start’ emits class-leading 90g/km of CO2 and 80.7 mpg on the combined cycle.
The Megane 2012 line-up consists of Expression+, Dynamique TomTom and GT Line TomTom. The entry-level gains 16” alloy wheels, upgraded radio with USB connectivity and Bluetooth™ and leather steering wheel, plus cruise control. Dynamique TomTom adds LEDs, plus 17” alloy wheels as a no-cost option, while the halo model GT Line TomTom features Arkamys 3D Sound audio system, auto parking brake and rear parking camera with rear parking sensors.
July 2013
Renault Megane Knight Edition
launched Prices start from £17,095, just £350 more than Mégane Expression+ despite extras, including sporty chrome wheels, GT style bumpers, electrically folding door mirrors and rear parking sensors.
Knight Edition comes with a 1.6 16V petrol or low emission dCi 110 Stop & Start diesel engine. Special release available as Hatch, Coupé and Sport Tourer. Has GT style bodykit and numerous extras, including 16" dark chrome 'Eptius' alloy wheels, rear privacy glass dark chrome rear diffuser, dark chrome exterior detail styling, electrically folding door mirrors and rear parking sensors.
Available in Glacier White as standard, but is also available in Ruby Red, Malta Blue and Arctic White, Diamond Black metallic paints.
On the road prices for the Mégane Knight Edition Hatch start at £17,095, the Coupé at £17,595, while the Sport Tourer kicks off at just £17,895. All models qualify for Renault’s 4+ package: four-year warranty, four-year free servicing, four-year AA roadside cover and four-year finance.
September 2013
Renault Megane range restyled for 2014
The new styling identity has been carried over to the line-up’s sporting models, too. Mégane Renaultsport and GT Line both boast an even more dynamic stance and a new front-end design, as well as new headlights with gloss black backgrounds.
December 2013
Facelifted Megane available to order from 2nd December 2013, priced from £16,745.
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MEGANE SPORT TOURER |
OTR Price |
|
Expression+ 1.6 VVT 110 |
£17,745 |
|
Expression+ Energy TCe 115 Stop & Start |
£18,570 |
|
Expression+ Energy dCi 110 Stop & Start |
£19,245 |
|
Expression+ dCi 110 Auto EDC |
£20,245 |
|
Knight Edition 1.6 VVT 110 |
£18,145 |
|
Knight Edition Energy dCi 110 Stop & Start |
£19,645 |
|
Dynamique TomTom 1.6 VVT 110 |
£18,745 |
|
Dynamique TomTom Energy TCe 115 Stop & Start |
£19,570 |
|
Dynamique TomTom Energy dCi 110 Stop & Start |
£20,245 |
|
Dynamique TomTom dCi 110 Auto EDC |
£21,245 |
|
Dynamique TomTom Energy dCi 130 Stop & Start |
£20,740 |
|
GT Line TomTom Energy TCe 115 Stop & Start |
£21,070 |
|
GT Line TomTom TCe 130 Auto EDC |
£22,470 |
|
GT Line TomTom Energy dCi 110 Stop & Start |
£21,745 |
|
GT Line TomTom dCi 110 Auto EDC |
£22,745 |
|
GT Line TomTom Energy dCi 130 Stop & Start |
£22,245 |
February 2014
New twin turbo 160PS/380Nm torque version of Renault's 1.6 dCi diesel engine announced.
June 2014
'Limited' edition Megane launched
Gets a panoramic sunroof, extra tinted windows and tailgate. Around £1,000 worth of extra equipment, for half the £500 extra price, when compared to the already well-equipped Dynamique TomTom varieties on which it is based.
Equipment included rear parking sensors, special upholstery, badging and kickplates, and electrically operated and folding door mirrors in gloss black. There is a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines, 1.6 VVT 110, 1.2 ENERGY TCe 115 and ENERGY TCe 130 (Scenic only), or the dCi 110 and ENERGY 1.6 dCi 130.
February 2015
Renault Megane 220GT Sport Tourer announced, along with 220GT versions of the 5-door hatch and 3-door coupe.
Based on the Megane GT Line TomTom, they are powered by a 220hp version of the Renaultsport 2.0-litre turbo engine and featuring a Renaultsport-engineered chassis and 18-inch ‘Serdard’ alloy wheels fitted with 225/40R18 Dunlop Sport Maxx TT tyre plus stiffer springs and dampers and larger front brake discs from Renaultsport.
The 2.0-litre 16-valve turbocharged engine develops its 220hp at 4,750 rpm and drives the front wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. With 340Nm torque at 2,400 rpm at the driver’s disposal, the GT 220 can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 7.3 seconds on the way to a top speed of 149 mph. Yet with Renault’s Stop & Start technology as standard, the GT 220 is also economical and efficient, returning 38.7 mpg on the combined test cycle, with CO 2 emissions of 169 g/km. (All these figures are worse than the 280PS SEAT Leaon ST Cupra.)
The Renaultsport-tuned chassis on the GT 220 includes specific front and rear dampers that use the calibration and valving based on those used on Mégane Renaultsport and the same rear bump stops. The steering calibration differs to that of the mainstream Mégane to take into account the GT 220 versions' specific tyres and chassis settings.
Braking performance is provided by ventilated 320 mm front discs (up from 280 mm on GT Line) and 260 mm solid rear brake discs together with firmer, more progressive servo-assistance thanks to the fitment of the Mégane Renaultsport’s master cylinder.The GT 220 also features Renault’s Anti-Skid Regulation (ASR) and Understeer Logic Control (UCL) advanced driver aid systems, plus ABS anti-lock brakes with EBD emergency brake assist.
Appearance, specification and colour choices for the GT 220 mirror what is available with the GT Line models, including the option of bespoke Malta Blue paintwork with anthracite grey and polished detailing. The door mirror housings are in dark chrome shell. At the front there is a special GT bumper design, with a reshaped central air intake and an integral gloss black cross bar that carries the number plate. At the rear, the bumper has a lower section finished in body colour, which incorporates an anthracite-coloured aerodynamic diffuser. In the cabin the Renaultsport influence is evident in the sports seats and upholstery, the thick leather-rimmed steering wheel with thumb indents and stitching detail, the analogue dials and aluminium pedals. The interior door handle pulls, outer air vent surrounds and the dashboard have a polished carbon finish.
Standard equipment includes dual-zone climate control, cruise control, speed limiter, automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, LED daytime running lights, fully integrated Renault R-Link satellite navigation, Bluetooth, a USB connection, a rear parking camera and an uprated Arkamys 3D sound system.
The options list offers scope for personalisation, including the advanced Visio System by Renault (lane departure warning and automatic main/dipped beam headlights operation) and the Leather Pack of carbon grey heated leather seats.
The GT 220, like every Renault, provides the peace of mind of the 4+ warranty and assistance package. The car is protected with a four year or 100,000 miles warranty (first two years unlimited mileage). In the event of a breakdown, Renault provides emergency roadside repairs or towing to the nearest dealer 24/7 every day of the year, plus three years’ European cover. There is also a three-year paint warranty and 12 years’ cover against corrosion.
January 0001
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
|
Model |
Power (hp/rpm) |
Torque (Nm/rpm) |
0-62 mph (sec) |
Top speed (mph) |
|
Mégane Hatch GT 220 |
220/4,750 |
340/2,400 |
7.6 |
149 |
|
Mégane Coupé GT 220 |
220/4,750 |
340/2,400 |
7.6 |
149 |
|
Mégane Sport Tourer GT 220 |
220/4,750 |
340/2,400 |
7.6 |
149 |
January 0001
OWNERSHIP INFORMATION
|
Model |
MPG |
CO 2 (g/km) |
BIK (band %) |
VED (band) |
Insurance group |
|
Mégane Hatch GT 220 |
38.7 |
169 |
26% |
H |
31A |
|
Mégane Coupé GT 220 |
38.7 |
169 |
26% |
H |
31A |
|
Mégane Sport Tourer GT 220 |
38.7 |
169 |
26% |
H |
31A |
January 0001
PRICING – ON-THE-ROAD
|
Model |
Price (OTR) |
|
Mégane Hatch GT 220 |
£23,245 |
|
Mégane Coupe GT 220 |
£24,230 |
|
Mégane Sport Tourer GT 220 |
£24,245 |
April 2015
Haynes manual now available. Renault Megane (Oct '08-'14) 58 to 64. £22.99. Covers Megane Hatchback, Sport Tourer (Estate) & Coupe. Does NOT cover Renaultsport versions or features specific to Coupe-Cabriolet. Petrol: 1.6 litre (1598cc). Does NOT cover 1.2, 1.4 or 2.0 litre petrol engines. Diesel: 1.5 litre (1461cc). Does NOT cover 1.6, 1.9 or 2.0 litre diesel engines. HAYNES.
What to watch out for
Report of 1.6 dCi 130 (in a Qashqai 4WD) failing due to a blown injector causing the lubrication on cylinder No 1 to wash away and wreck the engine.
15-10-2015:Report of high oil consumption of 1,800 miles per litre of 2012 Renault Megane 1.2TCe Sport Tourer. Engine failed at 63k miles and, after 2 months off the road, engine was replaced under warranty.
