Facelift 2020 Renault Megane Plug-In Hybrid and R.S. Line - Automotive News & Information

The R.S. The R.S. has more power now.

Renault is keen to ensure its Megane lineup remains competitive in Europe’s compact market. This year, the Volkswagen Group launched the new Golf, Octavia and Leon. The diamond-shaped company isn’t wasting time, and today introduces the mid-cycle facelift to the entire model family. It’s true, everything starting at the base model up to the R.S. Trophy.

Twenty-five years and seven million cars later, Megane enters the second phase. There are some cosmetic changes that only a dedicated Renault fan will notice. Most noticeable is the change at the front. The headlights are now equipped with full-LED lighting, even on the base model. This improves visibility by 30% compared to traditional halogen. The same applies to the taillights and fog lights, which all use light-emitting devices.You can also see subtle changes in the upper and lower grilles, as well as a modified front bumper. To make the 2020 Megane more elegant, Renault will add chrome accents from the third trim level up. There are also new 16- and 18 inch alloy wheels and three coats paint: Highland Grey, Baltic Grey, Solar Copper.

The 2020 Megane’s cabin features a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a 9.3 inch touchscreen. This display is still in portrait mode. Renault also updated the center console, making minor adjustments to the climate controls to improve ergonomics. The deal includes a rimless rearview reflector, but only for those who choose the third trim level. The final changes include new upholstery starting at the second trim level, and an electrically adjustable driver seat for the more expensive versions.

Facelift 2020 Renault Megane Plug-In Hybrid and R.S. Line

The facelift is accompanied by a plug-in hybrid engine that makes even more changes under the skin. The PHEV Megane, which bears the “E-Tech” suffix, is the same as the electrified Clio or Captur. It has a four-cylinder 1.6 liter gasoline engine, two motors, an automated transmission, and a 9.8-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The Megane E-Tech runs on electric for up to 30 miles (50 km) at speeds up to 85 mph (135km/h) using the WLTP mixed cycle. It can also travel as far as 40 miles (65km) within the city.

The 1.3 TCe gasoline engine is the standard power source for conventionally-powered models. It can be tuned in three different states: 115, 140 and 160 horsepower. A new range includes a 100-hp engine that is eco-friendly and can be hooked up to a six speed manual gearbox. This is similar to the 115-hp model. You can upgrade to the 140-hp engine to receive an optional seven speed dual-clutch automated transmission. This is the only gearbox that’s available for the 160-hp unit.

Facelift 2020 Renault Megane Plug-In Hybrid and R.S. Line

The Megane diesel has a cleaner 1.5-liter Blue Cyci engine with 95 hp, 115 hp, and the option of either a manual or automatic transmission depending on which unit it is.

The GT Line, which was a higher ranking in the hierarchy is being replaced by R.S. Line. It’s basically a styling package that is similar to its predecessor. R.S. Trophy.

The 2020 Megane R.S. The 2020 Megane R.S. has 296 horsepower, or 20 more horsepower than the previous model. The torque has been increased by 30 Nm (22lb-ft), to a healthy 425 Nm (312 lbft) for models equipped with dual-clutch auto gearboxes. You can choose the manual trans to get 400 Nm (295lb-ft) and 10 Nm (7lb-ft), respectively. This effectively means that both R.S. Both versions have identical power outputs.

A mechanical valve was added to the exhaust system, allowing the engine to be manually modified by the sound. This is another important modification.

Megane R.S., the range-topping Megane R.S. Trophy receives the same styling changes inside and out as other members of the range. It also gets new tech and Recaro seats that are exclusive to this model.

The revised Megane lineup will be available by Renault in Europe starting this summer.