8.2
2024 Renault Megane R.S. Ultime review
This final iteration of Megane R.S. can still put a broad smile on even the most discerning enthusiast – and for that it's a Hall of Famer.
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Anthony Crawford
McLaren 540C vs Renault Megane R.S. Trophy Comparison
McLaren 540C
Renault Megane R.S. Trophy
2024 McLaren
540C
vs
2024 Renault
Megane R.S. Trophy
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
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8.2
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Based on the McLaren 540C
Based on the Renault Megane R.S. Trophy R.S. ULTIME
Best suitable for...
Luxury
Fun
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
72L
770 km
50L
400 to 415 km
Warranty
3 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$350,000
$63,000 - $66,000
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CarExpert's Take
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Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Still looks hardcore, puts out loads of grunt
- One of the most engaging hot hatches
- Huge grip, deft handling
Misses
- No extra power for its final send-off, pricey
- Four-wheel steering may polarise
- Can get thirsty
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Alcantara Steering Wheel (+$1,360)
- Alloy Wheels Special (+$7,180)
- Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$9,500)
- Car Cover Set (+$1,220)
- Carbon-Ceramic Brakes (+$19,880)
- Metallic Paint (+$800)
- Performance Pack (+$3,990)
- Powered Panoramic Sunroof (+$1,990)
- Signature Metallic Paint (+$1,000)
Reviews
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Ready To Buy
Gallery
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO MPFI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3799 | 1798 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.8L | 1.8L | |
| Induction | ||
| V8 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 397kW | 221kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7500 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 540Nm | 400Nm - 420Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 3500 | 3200 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
