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Renault Megane

General information

ModelRenault Megane
Year2002
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1461 ccm (89.15 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1461 ccm (89.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque128.00 Nm (13.1 kgf-m or 94.4 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0828 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4810 litres (1,271 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1220 kg (2,689.6 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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