Renault Megane 5 Doors

1996 – 1999 5 Doors · Hatchback France

The Renault Megane 5 Doors is a hatchback built from 1996 to 1999. Buyers could choose between petrol and diesel engines, from 65 to 150 hp. The lightest version weighs only 990 kg. Combined fuel use starts at 5.2 L/100 km. The same generation also came as coupé, sedan, estate and convertible.

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Body style5 Doors · Hatchback

Production1996 – 1999

Variants8

FuelDiesel, Petrol

Other body styles

Coupé 1996 – 1999

Sedan 1996 – 1999

Estate / wagon 1999 – 2003

Convertible 1997 – 1999

Key specifications (range)

Power65 – 150 hp

0–100 km/h8.7 – 16.5 s

Top speed160 – 210 km/h

Fuel economy5.2 – 9.4 L/100 km

Front Wheel Drive

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Ford Escort 3 Doors1995 – 2000 up to150 hp

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Mazda 626 Hatchback1997 – 2002 up to136 hp

Opel Astra 5 Doors1994 – 1998 up to150 hp

Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
1.9d 5MT FWD (65 HP) 1.9 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	65 hp	16.5 s	160	5-Speed manual
1.4L 5MT FWD (70 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	69 hp	14.5 s	168	5-Speed manual
1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	75 hp	14.3 s	170	5-Speed manual
1.6L 5MT FWD (90 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	90 hp	11.5 s	184	5-Speed manual
1.9L dT 5MT FWD (95 HP) 1.9 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	95 hp	12.3 s	180	5-Speed manual
1.9L dTi 5MT FWD (100 HP) 1.9 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	99 hp	12.3 s	183	5-Speed manual
2.0L 5MT FWD (115 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	116 hp	9.7 s	197	5-Speed manual
2.0L 16V 5MT FWD (150 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	150 hp	8.7 s	210	5-Speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1870 cm3 (114 ci)
Power: 48 KW @ 4500 RPM65 HP @ 4500 RPM64 BHP @ 4500 RPM
Torque: 87 lb-ft @ 2250 RPM118 Nm @ 2250 RPM
Fuel System: Indirect Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 99.4 mph (160 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 16.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/70/R13

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2392 lbs (1085 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3681.7 lbs (1670 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 27.4 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Combined: 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 179 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1390 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 51 KW @ 6000 RPM69 HP @ 6000 RPM68 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 77 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM105 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Monopoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 104.4 mph (168 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/70/R13

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2182.6 lbs (990 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km)
Highway: 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 173.7 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1390 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 55 KW @ 4000 RPM75 HP @ 4000 RPM74 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 79 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM107 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Monopoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 105.6 mph (170 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.3 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/70/R13

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2182.6 lbs (990 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 22.6 mpg US (10.4 L/100Km)
Highway: 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
Combined: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 180 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1598 cm3 (98 ci)
Power: 66 KW @ 5000 RPM90 HP @ 5000 RPM89 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 101 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM137 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 114.3 mph (184 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/70/R13

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2270.8 lbs (1030 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3582.5 lbs (1625 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 22.6 mpg US (10.4 L/100Km)
Highway: 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
Combined: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 172 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1870 cm3 (114 ci)
Power: 70 KW @ 4250 RPM95 HP @ 4250 RPM94 BHP @ 4250 RPM
Torque: 130 lb-ft @ 2250 RPM176 Nm @ 2250 RPM
Fuel System: Indirect Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 111.8 mph (180 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.3 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60/R14

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2436.1 lbs (1105 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3758.9 lbs (1705 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km)
Highway: 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 159 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1870 cm3 (114 ci)
Power: 73 KW @ 4000 RPM99 HP @ 4000 RPM98 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 148 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM200 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System: Direct Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 113.71 mph (183 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.3 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60/R14

Dimensions

Length: 162.59 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.92 in (1700 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.08/56.29 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.57 in (2580 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2491.22 lbs (1130 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3758.88 lbs (1705 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 34.59 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)
Highway: 53.45 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
Combined: 45.23 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 139 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1998 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 85 KW @ 5400 RPM116 HP @ 5400 RPM114 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque: 124 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM168 Nm @ 4250 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 122.4 mph (197 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.7 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60/R14

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2336.9 lbs (1060 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3648.7 lbs (1655 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 19.1 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 198 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1998 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 110 KW @ 6000 RPM150 HP @ 6000 RPM148 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 136 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM185 Nm @ 4500 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 15.9 gallons (60.2 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 130.5 mph (210 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 8.7 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 195/55/R15

Dimensions

Length: 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Width: 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height: 55.9 in (1420 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.1/56.3 in (1,450/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 101.6 in (2581 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.3 cuFT (348 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.33

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2458.2 lbs (1115 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3725.8 lbs (1690 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 18.7 mpg US (12.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km)
Combined: 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 223.7 g/km

Length4,130 mm

Width1,699 – 1,700 mm

Height1,420 mm

Wheelbase2,580 – 2,581 mm

Curb weight990 – 1,130 kg

Torque105 – 200 Nm

Ranges across all 8 variants of this generation.