Megane R.S. Trophy-R has set a new front-wheel drive lap record at the famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit by recording a time of 2’48’’338, which is more than five seconds better than the previous record. This magnificent attempt comes only weeks after the Megane R.S. Trophy broke the same category lap record at the fearsome Nurburgring track. And as always, test driver and engineer Laurent Hurgon was behind the wheel for the record-breaking run.
By continuing the long tradition for Renault Sport, Megane R.S. Trophy-R addresses its performance and successful runs to the so-called three-pillar setup: weight reduction, aerodynamics and suspension. Limited to mere 500 examples globally, R.S. Trophy-R is 130kg lighter than its predecessor. This notable achievement has been done by a radical weight-saving programme along with a redesigning concept for the entire exterior, There’s also new aggressive rear splitter that generates greater downforce and an overhauled suspension system, which benefits from more negative camber at the front, a bespoke pattern rear axle and Ohlins two-way adjustable dampers.
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And last, but most certainly not least, the power output of 300hp is generated via a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder unit that is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and Torsen limited-slip differential. Neat!
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The latest Renault Mégane Sport has just rolled out off the production plant in Paencia, Spain and it is already available for purchase!
After the unveiling of the new Megane in 2015 and the Megane Sport Tourer in March this year, Renault team decides to launch a neat Grand Coupe model. This is a four-door saloon with sweet styling and well-balanced proportions. And just like its brothers, this one wants to be authentic, functional and useful. But did it succeed?
Renault’s fourth-generation Megane is already available for order! First revealed at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, the latest family member shows brand’s specific design language, blended with some cutting edge technologies and exclusive additions. So, let’s waste no more time and see what is going on here!
Renault will be present at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show too and it will exhibit for the first time the GT variant of the new Megane Sport Tourer. The model is based on the Megane and therefore it is both elegant and sporty from the outside. On the other hand, it features intuitive and modular interior, which also includes a choice of boot arrangements. The model famous for having segment’s longest maximum load length.
With distinctive looks and well-calculated proportions, the 2016 Megane adopts brand’s DNA and continues the nice car-nice price affair. And as a close relative to the Talisman, the Megane also includes a specific signature. For example, the vehicle comes with C-shaped headlamps, redesigned bumpers and increased width. And the additional chromed elements, along with the enhanced body lines really enhance the elegant, yet muscular stance of the vehicle.
Hot hatch fans now can enjoy the multi-award-winning, high-performance Megane Renaultsport which comes with the introduction of the 275 Cup-S. The vehicle not only bring some additional features but is also offered with more appealing price. But this is not all. The Renaultsport lineup also offers and the 275 Nav. This model replaces the 265 and adds 10 hp more. How cool is that?
Visitors to the 2015 Goodwood Moving Motor Show have the chance to try out by themselves the latest Renault model models. And in addition, on 15 June, the brand debuts the latest Clio Renautsport 220 Trophy in UK. Renault will also use the opportunity, that the show gives and will give another chance for UK customers to sit behind the wheels of the Megane Renautsport 275 Trophy and Megane Coupe GT 220 models.
