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Megane R.S. and Estate GT220 Get a Facelift
On June 15, Renault Japon announced minor changes to two models: the "Megane Renault Sport" and the "Megane Estate GT220." The front design has been completely revamped to align with Renault's new design strategy, and a hatchback model has been newly added to the "GT220" series. Sales will commence on Friday, June 27.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
New Hatchback Model Added to GT220
Last September,Frankfurt Motor Showata facelifted model was announced.In Japan,Meganethe sporty "Megane Renault Sport" and "Megane Estate GT220" have been refreshed with a new family face.
The Megane Renault Sport, equipped with a 2.0-liter turbo engine delivering a maximum output of 195kW (265ps) at 5,500rpm and a maximum torque of 360Nm (36.7kgm) at 3,000rpm, holds the title of "fastest FF" at the Nürburgring. The minor change introduces a standard idling stop function and the "Energy Smart Management" system for energy regeneration during deceleration. Furthermore, red seatbelts and red-stitched interior elements enhance its aggressive impression.
Meanwhile, the GT220 series, now including a new hatchback model, features the same 2.0-liter turbo engine as the Megane Renault Sport, specially tuned by Renault Sport. Both deliver a maximum output of 162kW (220ps) at 5,500rpm and a maximum torque of 340Nm (34.7kgm) at 2,400rpm. Functionality includes the R.S. Monitor for real-time driving data, Hill Start Support for easier hill starts, an idling stop function, and the Energy Smart Management system.
Pricing is set at 3.96 million yen for the Megane Renault Sport, 3.179 million yen for the Megane Hatchback GT220, and 3.279 million yen for the Megane Estate GT220.
Renault Megane Renault Sport
Body Size│Length 4,320 × Width 1,850 × Height 1,435 mm
Wheelbase│2,640 mm
Tread Front/Rear│1,545 mm
Curb Weight│1,430 kg
Engine│1,998cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Turbo
Max Output│195 kW (265 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Max Torque│360 Nm (36.7 kgm) / 3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio│8.6
Drivetrain│FF
Transmission│6-speed Manual
Suspension Front/Rear│MacPherson / Trailing Arm
Brakes Front/Rear│Ventilated Disc / Disc
Tires│235/40ZR18
Price│3.96 million yen
Renault Megane Hatchback GT220
Renault Megane Estate GT220
Body Size│
(Hatchback) Length 4,325 × Width 1,810 × Height 1,460 mm
(Estate) Length 4,565 × Width 1,810 × Height 1,490 mm
Wheelbase│(Hatchback) 2,460 mm (Estate) 2,700 mm
Tread Front/Rear│1,545 / 1,545 mm
Curb Weight│(Hatchback) 1,380 kg (Estate) 1,420 kg
Engine│1,998cc Inline 4-cylinder Turbo
Max Output│162 kW (220 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Max Torque│340 Nm (34.7 kgm) / 2,400 rpm
Drivetrain│FF
Transmission│6-speed Manual
Suspension Front/Rear│MacPherson / Trailing Arm
Brakes Front/Rear│Ventilated Disc / Disc
Tires│225/40ZR18
Price│(Hatchback) 3.179 million yen (Estate) 3.279 million yen
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