Renault has confirmed final UK prices and specifications for its new all-electric Megane E-Tech. The range will start from £35,995 to £39,995, with order books now officially open.
All models are fitted with a 60kWh battery, and a front-mounted motor that produces 217bhp and 300nm of torque. It comes with an official WLTP range of 280 miles and is capable of 0-62mph in 7.5 seconds, with a top speed of 99mph. The motor itself is all new and weighs just 145kg, some 10% less than the unit fitted to the Zoe supermini. The battery pack is just 110 mm tall, making it the thinnest on the market. According to Renault, this gives the electric Megane a lower (by 90mm) centre of gravity compared to the previous, petrol-powered model.
In terms of charging, the Megane can accept a rapid DC charge of up to 130kW, which should mean an 80% charge (which will add around 185 miles) is achievable in around 40 minutes. All models are equipped with an 11kW AC charger as standard.
All versions feature a 12.3-inch dashboard digital display cluster, and a 9-inch infotainment screen with Android Automotive OS. Customers can also communicate remotely with their vehicle using the My Renault App to pre-set various cabin features before a journey, such as the climate control.
The Megane E-Tech comes with between 10 and 26 assistance systems depending on model type – along with four levels of regenerative braking. All models will also feature keyless entry via key-cards, both Android Auto and Apply CarPlay, as well as over-the-air software updates.