Renault Mégane RS: Fusion of elegance and sportiness!

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The Renault Mégane RS is no ordinary compact sports car. Here an elegant design meets a lot of power, with optional 280 or 300 PS under the hood. Driving fun is guaranteed and at Renault we are aware of this. The Mégane RS is the French answer to their eternal rival VW Golf GTI. But instead of just differentiating themselves, Renault has focused on a more balanced emphasis. The design of the Megane RS is courageous and self-confident. especially the dynamic lines and the striking ones LED light strips ensure a cool look, while the centrally positioned tailpipe and large diffuser give a striking look.

Renault Megane RS

Inside the RS you also experience a different kind of technology. The R-Link 2 software shows a solid, if sometimes confusing, menu navigation on the 7 inch touch screen of infotainment. One of the striking features of the interior is this Head-Up Display, which appears between the steering wheel and the windshield and projects the speedometer reading and navigation instructions directly into the driver's field of vision.

There's a strong humming noise under the hood Four-cylinder engines, which has a balanced chassis and a precise All-wheel steering are coupled. And despite the tough competition from Germany, the Mégane RS is more agile and lively than many of its competitors. It can handle short city trips as well as quick cross-country or highway trips, although the latter promise much more fun. The engines are real powerhouses. In the standard model it accelerates 280 PS strong four-cylinder in 5,8 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h, with a top speed of 255 km/h (manual transmission) or 250 km/h (automatic).

The Trophy variant (link below) with 300 PS is even a bit faster and reaches the 100 km/h mark 5,7 seconds, with a tip of 259 km/h on the highway. The interior is not only technologically state-of-the-art, it also offers plenty of space on the front sports seats with red stitching. However, clarity is limited by the small rear window. However, despite the sporty design, the Mégane RS delivers a loading volume between 294 and 1.157 liters.

But be careful when loading and unloading: the loading sill is too large in both width and height, which makes loading difficult. The two variants, RS and RS Trophy, by the way, differ not only in engine power, but also in equipment. While the RS has fabric upholstery, leather steering wheel, special sports suspension and 18-inch Alus comes along, the RS Trophy delivers additional 20 PS, 19-inch alloy wheels, a digital speedometer display, fog lights, front and rear parking aids and a navigation system.

Price between €32.990 and €51.200

With a price between €32.990 and €51.200 The Mégane RS is certainly not a bargain, but the features and performance justify the price. Renault is also aware of the quality of the Mégane RS and offers one five year guarantee which is a clear advantage compared to the two-year warranty of a Golf GTI. In conclusion, the Mégane RS delivers a cool balance of style, performance and high-quality features combined in a high-quality chassis. The result is a reliable sports all-rounder that definitely doesn't miss out on driving fun. Pictures show the 2023 Trophy variant with 300 hp!

FAQ

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• 1. Production of the Megane RS: Is the Megane RS still being built? 2023 marks the final year of production for the Megan RS. This not only applies to the current model, but to the entire Megane RS series.

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• 2. Meaning of RS: What does RS stand for at Renault? Symbolized at Renault RS the abbreviation for “Renault Sport”. In other contexts, like Ford, RS stands for “Rally Sport”. The interpretations “Racing Sport” or “Race Sport” are also conceivable.

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• 3. Fastest Renault model: What is the fastest Renault? The Renault Mégane RS Trophy-R achieved a best time of 7:40.100 minutes on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, establishing itself as the fastest front-wheel-drive production vehicle. The previous record holder was the Honda Civic Type R with a time of 7:43,8 minutes.

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• 4. Release of the new Megane RS: When is the new Megane RS coming? The Special edition Ultime was launched on the market from spring 2023 as the successor to the Megane RS and Megane RS Trophy. The edition combines Formula 1-inspired technologies with high-quality standard equipment and an eye-catching design.

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• 5. Price of the Clio RS: How much does a Clio RS cost? The special edition Clio RS18 is at the price of 27.990 EUR .

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• 6. Most powerful Renault: Which Renault has the most horsepower? The Renault Mégane RS “Trophy” provides with over 300 PS the most powerful variant of the French compact sports car.

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• 7. Production location: Where is the Renault Megane RS built? The Renault Megane RS will be produced at the factory along with other models such as the 5-door Mégane, the Mégane Grandtour station wagon and the SUV model Kadjar Palencia produced. The factory is now considered the Renault Group's reference location in terms of manufacturing quality, safety and competitiveness.

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