Overview
Groupe Renault (Renault Group/ Renault S.A.), is a leading player in the global automotive sector. The company was established in 1899 and has over the course of its history, manufactured varied vehicles, to include: trucks, tractors, buses and even tanks! Renault has been part of the global Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance since 1999 (previously, Renault-Nissan Alliance). The partnership makes the partnership the 3rd largest automotive group in the world after Volkswagen and Toyota.
Renault is headquartered in France and the French state owns a 15% stake in the company. The company manufacturers across a number of global locations, to include: Romania, Morocco, Türkiye, Spain, South Korea, Argentina and others! Renault has also been involved with motor sport, both, Formula 1 and Formula E. Renault offers both, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) for passenger cars and commercial electric vehicles. The portfolio includes:
- All-electric Renault TWIZY
- All-electric Renault ZOE E-TECH
- All-electric Renault ZOE Van E-TECH
- All-electric Renault Megane E-TECH
- All-electric Renault Scenic E-TECH
- All-electric Renault 5 E-TECH
- All-electric Renault Kangoo E-TECH
- All-electric Renault Master E-TECH
- Renault Rafale E-Tech Plug-In Hybrid
- Renault Captur E-TECH Plug-In Hybrid
- Renault Megane E-TECH Plug-In Hybrid
- Renault Megane Sport Tourer E-TECH Plug-In Hybrid
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The All-Electric Megane E-Tech Hatchback
Renault is in an enviable position, in that, few automotive manufacturers have the benefit of the learnings of an electric car like the all-electric Renault ZOE, which was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 2012. Since then, over 400,000 units have been sold, with the automotive manufacturer gaining significant first-hand experience on electric cars, EV batteries and more.
The all-electric Renault Megane E-Tech has certainly benefited from the Zoe experience, and this is clearly evident in both the design and overall proposition of the EV. The family car has little in common with its predecessor, as Renault moves ahead to its next-generation of electric cars. The Megane EV is built on a dedicated EV platform (CMF-EV electric platform), also used by the all-electric Nissan Ariya SUV.
The Megane E-Tech family electric hatchback is available in one EV battery size: 60 kWh. This is an average EV battery size we have come to expect for small to medium sized family electric cars. In general, the larger the EV battery size, the longer the electric range. However, this is not the whole story.
The materials used, the ‘weight saving’ approach to design and manufacture, can all impact the efficiency and electric range of the vehicle. Bottom-line, in general, the lighter an EV, the lower the negative impact on the e-range. The Megane electric incorporates light weight aluminium doors. The EV weighs 1,636 kg.
Renault claims a pure electric range up to 280 miles (WLTP) on a full battery charge. Certainly an impressive range and a demonstration of the automotive manufacturer’s experience in EV battery development and improvement in design of the new generation of Renault electric cars.
Of course, the real-world electric range will be lower than the quoted range. For those new to electric driving, it is worth noting that the real-world EV range is influenced by a number of factors. Some include: driving profile, weather conditions, road conditions, passenger load, tyre size and regenerative braking profile! For the pure electric Megane, expect a real-world range closer to 250 miles. Still, a very useful and practical EV range.
The manufacturer also offers a 3-phase 22 kW AC onboard charger as standard. However, as most homes in the UK are limited to single-phase power supply, taking advantage of the 22 kW charging speed will only be for those with access to 3-phase EV charging at home, workplace or a public charging station.
Using a dedicated three-phase EV charger, like the 22 kW easee EV charger, the Megane electric car can be fully charged in 3 hours and 15 minutes. Charging at 11 kW, the EV will take up to 6 hours and 15 minutes to fully charge. Single-phase (7.4 kW) charging will take longer: 9 hours and 15 minutes. We at e-zoomed recommend charging overnight, at home, when the electricity tariff rates are cheaper. We also encourage using solar energy to charge an electric car.
We discourage the use of a 3-PIN domestic plug for charging an electric car. It would take up to 30 hours and 30 minutes to charge the EV. We also encourage charging on a regular basis. This way, there is always available ‘electric miles’ and regular charging is good for the long-term maintenance of the onboard EV battery. Renault offers a 8 years or 100,000 miles warranty.
The EV can be rapid fast charged up to 130 kW DC. Not the fastest, nor the slowest. But given the EV battery size, it is appropriate. The EV can be charged from 15%-80% state-of-charge (SOC) in 30 minutes. Put another way, it would take just 7 minutes to gain 30 miles!
In terms of performance, the front-wheel drive Megane E-Tech can deliver 0-62 mph in 7.5 seconds. The electric car delivers a maximum power up to 220 hp and 300 Nm torque. The top speed of the EV is 99.4 mph. The EV also benefits from instant torque and incorporates regenerative braking with paddle shift levers.
The Megane E-TECH electric car offers up to 22 advanced assistance systems, to include: cruise control and speed limiter, smart rear-view mirror, rear parking sensors, front parking sensors, 360° view 3D camera, safe following distance warning, emergency lane keeping assist, blind spot warning and more. Also included are a 9” multimedia OpenR link screen and a 12.3” driver information display cluster.
The EV does not have a frunk (front storage compartment), but does offer up to 440 L boot space. Rear seats are a tight squeeze and the rear view impacted by the sportier exterior styling. The Megane electric hatchback has a sporty crossover styling blended with a hatch. It works well!
Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-2%) tax charge for pure electric cars. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet. You can lease electric vehicles (EVs) via e-zoomed at very competitive prices!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Good electric range | Cheaper alternatives available |
| 130 kW DC and 22 kW AC onboard charger as standard | Rear view impacted by exterior styling |
| Appealing exterior styling | Headroom and legroom for rear seats limited |
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The All-Electric Renault Megane E-Tech Hatchback (credit: Renault)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) |
| Body Type: | Hatchback |
| Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG): | Not Available |
| Engine: | Electric |
| Available In UK: | Yes |
| Variants (3 Options) |
|---|
| Renault Megane E-Tech Equilibre (from £35,995) |
| Renault Megane E-Tech Techno (from £38,495) |
| Renault Megane E-Tech Launch Edition (from £39,995) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in one battery size: 60 kWh |
| Charging: | 130 kW DC Rapid Charging (15%-80%: 30 mins). Onboard charger: 22 kW AC (0%-100%: 3 hrs 15 mins) |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 0g (CO2/km) |
| EV Battery Warranty: | 8 years or 100,000 miles |
| Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh | £2.40 |
| Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh | £4.32 |
| Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh | £5.64 |
| Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh | £6.48 |
| Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh | £7.20 |
| Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh | £9.22 |
| Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh | £10.22 |
| Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh | £11.09 |
| Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh | £12.96 |
| Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh | £14.40 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging DC (50 kW+): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+): | 0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW): | 0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1505 |
| Width (mm): | 2055 |
| Length (mm): | 4200 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2685 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 10.56 |
| Boot Space (L): | 440 |
| Megane E-Tech | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 60 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 280 miles |
| Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/ 62miles): | 16.1 |
| Charging: | 130 kW DC Rapid Charging (15%-80%: 30 mins). Onboard charger: 22 kW AC (0%-100%: 3 hrs 15 mins) |
| Top Speed: | 99.4 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive: | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 160 |
| Max Power (hp): | 220 |
| Torque (Nm): | 300 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Kerb Weight (kg): | 1,636 |
| Colours: | 6 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | N/A |
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