What makes the Megane 280 a good car?
The rear-steer system works its invisible magic, sharpening low-speed turn-in but also improving high-speed stability. Unlike previous Renault Sport models, which were never less than raw, the Mégane 280 is an accomplished cruiser.
How is the Megane related to the Rogue?
The Mégane sits on Renault-Nissan’s Common Module Family (CMF) architecture, meaning it’s (distantly) related to the Rogue and Rogue Sport crossovers. That brings a relatively unsophisticated torsion-beam rear suspension, but Renault has added a rear-steering system to sharpen responses.
How much horsepower does a Renault Megane have?
It has a higher output here than in the A110, a respectable 275 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque. It is effective—we estimate a zero-to-60-mph time of 5.5 seconds—but the new engine doesn’t have an abundance of character.
What does are s stand for in Renault Megane?
It is a front-drive hatchback with a more powerful version of the Alpine’s engine—R.S. stands for Renault Sport.
When did the Megane come out in Ireland?
The Megane has been a popular car in Ireland since it was first launched in 1995 by French car manufacturer Renault. Over the years the Megane has come in the form of a hatchback, saloon, coupé, convertible and estate. We drove the new fourth-generation Megane IV Grand Coupé to see how the family saloon fairs out on Irish roads.
The rear-steer system works its invisible magic, sharpening low-speed turn-in but also improving high-speed stability. Unlike previous Renault Sport models, which were never less than raw, the Mégane 280 is an accomplished cruiser.
The Mégane sits on Renault-Nissan’s Common Module Family (CMF) architecture, meaning it’s (distantly) related to the Rogue and Rogue Sport crossovers. That brings a relatively unsophisticated torsion-beam rear suspension, but Renault has added a rear-steering system to sharpen responses.
How is the inside of a megane Grand Coupe?
When you step the inside Megane Grand Coupé you are immediately welcomed by the start-up sound of Renault’s R-Link multimedia system switching on, as well as ambient lighting along the sides of the doors and centre console that illuminates the cabin. The cabin itself is spacious and comfortable.