Renault Megane 2008–2016 car dimensions: 4567 mm long, 1804 mm wide and 1507 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,259 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
Base models have manual climate control and cruise control with speed limiter as standard. Higher trims add dual-zone automatic climate control. Rear parking sensors come on mid grades like Dynamique, with front sensors and reversing camera on top packs. Touchscreen arrives via R-Link on higher trims from the 2012 update. Lane departure warning via Visio system and blind spot warning are options or pack extras on later cars. No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
Boot holds 524 litres with seats up, including underfloor storage. Fold the 1/3-2/3 rear bench flat for 1600 litres. Low sill and modular passenger seat option help with long loads.
Most versions tow 1500 kg braked and around 670 kg unbraked. Payload sits near 550 kg depending on engine and options. Roof load is 80 kg. It suits light trailer or family work use with the large modular boot.
The cabin has sculpted enveloping seats that feel refined and welcoming with height and lumbar adjustment on the driver seat. Dual-zone automatic climate control lets front passengers set their own temperatures with air ducts to the rear. An optional panoramic glass roof brings in natural light for a bright relaxed space. Higher grades add leather trim heated front seats and a massage function on the driver seat.
Diesel engines return mixed fuel use from 4.4 l/100 km with CO2 as low as 116 g/km.
Petrol engines return mixed fuel use from 6.5 l/100 km.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating with maximum adult protection score.
Standard safety includes 6 airbags ABS ESP ISOFIX and tyre pressure monitoring.
Oil service intervals run 15 000-30 000 km or 1-2 years depending on conditions and engine.
Fuel economy varies by engine with efficient diesels offering the lowest consumption and emissions across urban extra-urban and mixed cycles while petrol units provide stronger performance at higher use. Tank capacity sits at 60 litres on most versions.
Servicing follows manufacturer schedules with oil and filter changes at set intervals based on mileage or time plus checks on fluids filters and wear items. Optional service packs cover revisions filters and wear parts for fixed costs over chosen durations and distances.
Safety centres on a high Euro NCAP score backed by adaptive front airbags side thorax-pelvis airbags curtain airbags pretensioners load limiters and electronic aids including stability control and emergency brake assist. Child protection reaches four stars with ISOFIX points.
Keeping the car involves the standard two-year unlimited mileage warranty plus three-year paint and twelve-year corrosion cover. Renault assistance and dealer networks handle repairs with original parts while optional extensions add longer protection and replacement vehicles.
Length 4567 mm, Width 1804 mm, Height 1507 mm, Wheelbase 2703 mm (Megane 2008–2016)
Sources: manufacturer data, Renault Mégane Estate 2013 brochure, autoevolution.com and autozine.nl.