The new Mégane and Mégane E-TECH plug-in hybrid

Since the first Renault Mégane was introduced in 1995, seven million cars over four different generations have been sold worldwide. Now, for 2020 the new Mégane now comes with a plug-in hybrid powertrain – a first for Renault in this segment. Using technologies developed by the Alliance and Renault engineers the E-TECH Plug-in system benefits from the all-electric-vehicle expertise acquired by Groupe Renault over the last decade, as well as its experience in racing in Formula One.

 

Optimum versatility

Renault says the E-TECH Plug-in hybrid technology provides optimum versatility and an electric-vehicle driving experience while reducing CO2 emissions and limiting fuel consumption, even over long distances.

Available initially on the New Mégane Sport Tourer, the E-TECH Plug-in engine will subsequently later be offered on the hatchback version.

 

Formula One inspiration

The E-TECH Plug-in Hybrid technology was developed by Renault engineers and has 150 patents. It uses components designed by the Alliance, like the latest four-cylinder 1.6-litre petrol engine with two electric motors and an innovative multi-mode clutch-less gearbox which optimises shifts.

The design draws on the experience of the Renault Formula One Team, which shared its energy-management expertise (energy recovered during deceleration and braking is used to recharge the battery outside charging cycles) so that the E-TECH Plug-in engine offers maximum energy efficiency. Paired with a braking system developed by Renault’s electric vehicle experts, the New Mégane features optimum electric efficiency on the road: systematically starting in electric mode, it offers noiseless comfort when driving, immediate dynamic responsiveness for a unique driving pleasure and minimised energy loss.

 

Up to 40 miles in urban cycle

The E-TECH Plug-in engine with its 9.8kWh (400V) battery means that the New Mégane can run on full-electric mode for 30 miles in mixed cycle (WLTP) and 40 miles in urban cycle (WLTP City).

The New Mégane E-TECH Plug-in is versatile. It can run without using fuel on regular shorter trips, then take you away on longer journeys with the flexibility of using both petrol and electric power. The New Mégane E-TECH Plug-in Hybrid benefits from key advantages of the E-TECH Hybrid system – systematic start in electric mode and lower consumption – even when the battery is not charged.

In mixed cycle, the New Mégane E-TECH Plug-In is expected to emit less than 40g/km of CO2.