Renault Megane E-Tech review: time to sell your VW?

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The Renault Megane has long been a staple of the family hatchback market. However, with the rise in popularity of electric cars and SUVs, France’s answer to the Ford Focus has undergone a radical transformation. With of-the-moment crossover style, the newly-named Renault Megane E-Tech Electric has arrived with the latest infotainment tech and a sporty drive - but is it enough to keep up with established rivals? Rich gives Carbuyer’s verdict.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:49 - Exterior & styling
01:16 - Interior & technology
02:59 - Trim levels & equipment
03:40 - Driving impressions
05:24 - Range & charging
05:57 - Practicality & boot space
07:41 - Dealmakers & dealbreakers
08:21 - Verdict

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@garnray8568 Жыл бұрын

That car is just so beautiful ! The French carmakers are on a roll since 2014. Peugeot now is considered as 'mid premium' in continental European countries and they are going premium (check out the new 408, absolutely stunning car, or the 308 , the 3008, the 508).... DS Automobiles does great stuff as well : the DS4, DS7, DS9, etc... Citroen C5X, etc... The French have levelled up big time. Same level of quality as the Germans, better design, lower price = better value for money. Vive la France.

@gordonmccartney5648 Жыл бұрын

220miles in the cold weather is very good from the 60kwh battery! The lower weight definitely helping. 280 sounds very easy to achieve in the warmer monthst

@ivanlazarevic78 Жыл бұрын

160 miles seems realistic in 7-8 years when new

@joshlorento5582 Жыл бұрын

Swapped my id3 for the megane... who would gave thought Renault better quality than a vw but utterly best move ever

@misterhoeflak Жыл бұрын

A French car that is leagues ahead of the Germans ergonomically… That’s not something I’ve ever heard any reviewer say, ever. Super sexy car.

@jamiep61 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. The Interior Is one of the best and even better than any of Its rivals 😊

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@michaelhastings7441 Жыл бұрын

£40k enough said ! Maybe when all electric cars come in to the realms of sensible pricing as not to drive people off the roads .

@adilator Жыл бұрын

Yeah it's a crazy high price and none of these professional car reviewers understand that, they get daily cars for free. Some would call them bribes.

@lewisjohnston6831 Жыл бұрын

Another super presentation, all the relevant information extremely well presented.

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@colingoode3702 Жыл бұрын

It's good but it's £40k for the mid spec model! Even though it has a few issues I'm not sure I would want to pay the extra £9k for the Megane over the MG4.

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

The MG 4 represents astounding value for money, that's for sure...

@paulday8676 Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Great looking car but that sort of money for a family hatchback is madness.

@jonathantaylor1998 Жыл бұрын

Great review. But, having driven a front-wheel-drive Nissan Leaf for 2 years and, now, a rear-wheel-drive BMW i3 for the last year, I don't think I could go back to a front-wheel-drive model again, especially for an EV with its instant torque... Still, a terrific effort from Renault with a WAY better interior than the half-baked VW iD.3

@returner323617 Жыл бұрын

I know what you mean; I have an i3 and a 500e and I can definitely feel the difference between the two... My preference would be for RWD and so - based on current options - it might be a close run thing when we come to replacing the much-loved (but leased) i3, between the Megan and the Smart #1...

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Interesting. We've not had any issues on modern front-wheel-drive EVs. Seems manufacturers are learning to tune the systems for smoother power delivery, rather than dumping it all in one hit like on older models. But we do love the feeling of a good RWD car too!

@r0ut366 Жыл бұрын

I've driven the Reno and the suspension is well able to cope. It's actually - overall - a well engineered Renault. Who'd have thought!

@bdickens2622 10 ай бұрын

I have driven Hot Hatches for years and i never had one with the Pace of the ETECH, Did you have it in Eco mode ?

@kroberts7576 Жыл бұрын

on some you tube videos you hear a whine like a turbo on initial acceleration which sound quite good. Does this happen on yrs

@Mizztree23 7 ай бұрын

And by the way the back seats are much more spacey than the t-roc.. took my grandchildren on a long trip and they were impressed with the space… this car will make you smile a lot ❤

@gohumberto Жыл бұрын

I own a 30kwhr Nissan Leaf. I'm hanging back a couple of years, until 80 & 90 kwhr cars become more of the norm. It won't be long at the current rate of development (what I actually mean is that I want a real-world, winter, motorway speed, 300-350 mile range. That equates to a manufacturer claim of 400-450 miles. Winter + 70mph just kills the range and the charging infrastructure is lagging a few years behind. I know, I want it all, but my spec means I'd only ever charge at home, using my Solar panels.

@stevezodiac491 Жыл бұрын

There was an article in the telegraph, saying that most manufacturers of EV's are planning on ramping down production of EV's because now that the well healed early adopters have their new cars, reality has struck. They say that EV's are far too expensive for manufacturers to produce to feed a mass market of people, who just can't afford them. The EV dream is hitting the wall of reality.

@returner323617 Жыл бұрын

Well, if it's in the Telegraph - that well-known supporter of sustainable living - then I'm sure it's 100% accurate...

@edinburger1972 8 ай бұрын

Anything The Telegraph publishes re EVs is utter nonsense.

@naferemix Жыл бұрын

I love everything apart from that weird extra bottom bit on the front lights. The new Austral lights would’ve made this pretty much spot on

@ikratua Жыл бұрын

It's 2022, why are you still not beep out the wake word

@JRLJamielin Жыл бұрын

Great car but it’s super expensive for what it is - MG4 is over £10k cheaper with similar range. I’d sacrifice the looks and interior of this and save myself the ££. Such a shame as this car had so much potential to be great!

@davidrowlands9498 Жыл бұрын

Top specs do get wooden trim and leather interior but NOT in the UK, only in Europe. Top spec Launch Edition get a rear view camera, 360 camera and Harman Kardon audio, the rest of the launch is the same as the car reviewed here in the UK.

@stuw4055 Жыл бұрын

Did Renault produce the right hand drive version from the left hand drive without cutting any corners? They cut corners with the whole centre console in the previous ICE Megane.

@ErnestIT Жыл бұрын

oh yes, they did cut, only not the corners, but a center screen size for the UK model 😀. Europe version screen size is really nice, but the UK version is slightly too small. Still a nice car though.

@dominicrusho Жыл бұрын

Looks like a great product - but as a pauper with no off-street parking this £40k hatchback is a non-starter for me

@wilkoone9155 Жыл бұрын

2 things I prefer on our Renault Zoe 135GT are the portrait/vertical infotainment screen & the excellent view out of the rear window.

@dkandmlaldjqtek 4 ай бұрын

THE Best looking e-hatchback on the market

@colinrenfrew48 Жыл бұрын

The price? Not a chance.

@richgl31 Жыл бұрын

I think salary and family wise - I am pretty much mr.average and still think ‘leccy is too early for me to adopt. Infrastructure and logistics -both at home and nationally is too weak and cars still too expensive. Still not strong enough environmental argument for them. 5 years time maybe?!? 🤔

@Mizztree23 7 ай бұрын

I got Rid of my T-roc and In my review to Renault (after buying a Megan e tech) I said VW are finished as this car is very special… having owned over 30 vws and also have a classic vw in my garage.. end of an era In my opinion.. Renault Megan has overtaken for sure.. well done Renault… I love my e-tech ❤

@Randrew998 Жыл бұрын

Such a shame that the uk version has much less features than the EU The UK top spec version doesn’t have self parking, ambient light only in the door panels, no electric adjustment for seats, much smaller infotainment screen.. Yet still paying over £40k for it

@leifandersen2756 Жыл бұрын

It all about the range nothing else and the price of course .

@kienfung3045 Жыл бұрын

There's no reason to buy a vw in first place. There are more then Renault or VW.

@naferemix Жыл бұрын

Not a new one anyway

@TheAlee2404 Жыл бұрын

Not reason at all to buy an unreliable renault

@reececollison5101 Жыл бұрын

@@TheAlee2404I think it’s unfair to say Renaults are ‘unreliable’, yeah they do develop a few cosmetic faults but they certainly make terrifically strong engines and transmissions.

@shawndev3901 Жыл бұрын

Just bought one

@TheAlee2404 Жыл бұрын

@@reececollison5101 we had one renault in which we change every part of the car and it continues broker

@BuildersM8 Жыл бұрын

Cannot match the seductive concept car looks of the all new 2023 Prius, which unfortunately isn't going to be sold in the UK.

@paulday8676 Жыл бұрын

Lovely looking car, but then consider you can get a reasonably specced 1 Series for around £30K and it makes you realise just how expensive the Megane is.

@sun-pb7xg 10 ай бұрын

This is not the top spec car that one is simply amazing

@legambaz Жыл бұрын

This is absolutely gorgeous !!!

@katiecannon8186 Жыл бұрын

All these reviewers who check our SMALL cars are disappointed that they’re - oh, don’t know - a small car. Lol.

@Antoineforum 9 ай бұрын

But the perfide MG 4 est arrivée. And the game is over, all over l'Europe for Renold industry. 😢

@Clappers89 Жыл бұрын

E Tec "RS" model needed

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Now there's an idea...

@johnrochford9601 Жыл бұрын

Why no comment on average lead times on electric cars- great to see reviews of cars but then you find out some have over a years waiting for delivery- come on do some homework for us as it may help sales

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Lead times are so fluid. It's a big problem right now, but might not be in 12 months time. A video like this needs to be relevant in 2-3 years, as much as it is on the day it goes live.

@mrmuds8624 Жыл бұрын

Typical, we get short changed here in the UK. European buyers get a much bigger central screen which they don't give in the UK.

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Such a shame! And yet it's still one of the best systems we've ever used...

@newtonwhatevs Жыл бұрын

The UK's being punished for driving on the correct side of the road.

@wltdo6930 Жыл бұрын

Seems like a great car as long as you don’t plan to carry any adults in the backseats

@severinlourenco8355 Жыл бұрын

Looking good 👍, too bad not available for the USA market 😢.

@BuildersM8 Жыл бұрын

But you've got the stunning new Prius, not for sale in the UK 😭

@Furamax Жыл бұрын

Its available in the EU though 👍

@blakaeg 6 ай бұрын

I don’t want a VW ever!!! It’s like the most common car on the road and I don’t wave to buy what is common!

@wayneheyes904 Жыл бұрын

To expensive

@xdaeq2 Жыл бұрын

They really should make this with regular engines as well. would be a big seller

@newtonwhatevs Жыл бұрын

There's a hybrid version.

@xdaeq2 Жыл бұрын

@Newton I don't think there is

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

Nope, EV only!

@owenmcdonald5922 Жыл бұрын

A lovely looking car.

@Nikoo033 11 ай бұрын

Who brings their legs like that, against the bottom of the seat, when sitting in the back? 😂 and then claim, “see? My knees are so high, and I have no leg room” while there’s still plenty of leg room between his legs and the driver’s seat 🤷🏻‍♂️ Please, get real 😅

@tonynewcombe9075 Жыл бұрын

Won’t need them in a 15 minute city, 😂.

@pcr8918 Жыл бұрын

20” wheels on a family hatchback - please get real.

@carbuyer Жыл бұрын

It's more common than you might realise these days...

@redwhite_040 Жыл бұрын

indeed. not good for ride comfort, fuel economy and tire price.

@nicksullivan2212 Жыл бұрын

Don’t forget Citroen Renault Peugeot have the best electrics in Europe. Nox😂😂😂😂. That’s why are you by V W

@alextoft9199 Жыл бұрын

Yes but will the Renault be around in 20 years time or do 300,000 miles and still run well? I love French cars. This looks great but my 2002 Fabia Estate is still going strong and is great to drive. I liked the 306 a lot more but you don't see many about now. A lot more mk4 Golf's still going. If it's PCP or company car the Renault is cooler. Personal I'd choose another Volkswagen Group product

@garysmith2632 Жыл бұрын

will any electric car still be usable in 20 years time?..... they would be long since scrapped due to battery cost.

@reececollison5101 Жыл бұрын

Renault engines can certainly manage 300k miles, with regular servicing. They‘ve always made fantastic engines😀

@alextoft9199 Жыл бұрын

@@reececollison5101 Im sure. Just haven't had much experience of them! Which are the good engines then?

@reececollison5101 Жыл бұрын

@@alextoft9199 The 2000s 1.5 and 2.0l diesels were brilliant, my friend had a 2004 scenic with the 2.0dci, 250k miles! Rust saw to the end of it though :( petrol-wise the 0.9tce is a brilliant little engine too, loads of those with 100k+ miles still knocking about and going strong. They certainly showed Ford how to make a strong small capacity engine!

@gordonjeffrey231076 Жыл бұрын

Never getting another Renault. Bought a Kadjar from new, only did 80K in five years. Treated her gentle. Three alternators, three batteries, various other electrical issues. The engine might be good for 300K but I wouldn't put it past the rest of the car disintegrating around it. Totally unreliable.

@Buppasiri1 Жыл бұрын

Naaa, i stick to my Bentley!

@ivanlazarevic78 Жыл бұрын

Just one downfall...it does not have real engine in there

@marklola12 Жыл бұрын

that material on the dash is horrid, imagine getting a stain on that and trying to get it out...also that satnav screen looks terrible, the actual maps on the screen are crammed in a tiny box surrounded by bezels and other crap...makes it look cheap

@ivorverybigone2211 Жыл бұрын

Who’d in their right mind spend this amount of money on a Renault Megane.

@car_babble Жыл бұрын

If French car makers were ever able to accept their place in the market and price cars like this accordingly, they'd have a much better name in the UK. MG proving just quite how overpriced some really are, but based purely on infotainment alone, I'd have this over the iD3 any day.

@car_babble Жыл бұрын

@@Beremote it doesn't matter where it's made. It's about being competitive in the market you are and the French seem to price their cars almost like premium cars.

@newtonwhatevs Жыл бұрын

Ze Germans have lost a battle but not ze war, oh wait...

@smithyc2051 Жыл бұрын

40 grand??? 😂😂😂😂

@anthonyconnor1603 Жыл бұрын

If I had the money, I certainly wouldn't buy an electric car. I would keep my current diesel and get a hybrid. Best of both worlds.

@sasicuomo3973 Жыл бұрын

Renault💪❤️❤️🔝

@budgetguitarherogeartv4143 Жыл бұрын

I wonder how many weeks it will take for those door handles to fail.🤣 gotta love Renault build quality

@picklesrule69 Жыл бұрын

Looks nice but 40k for a Renault? No chance...

@don-qb4xb Жыл бұрын

Its French. It will break.

@newtonwhatevs Жыл бұрын

British Leyland springs to mind...

@Mav86asian Жыл бұрын

So they replace a very good sporty hatch with another almost 2-ton moving toxic container. The world has gone mad. EVs are NOT environmentally friendly. Since when half-ton toxic metallic batteries are good for the environment? Do you know where they come from and how they process them?? You’ll be shocked.

@carlarrowsmith Жыл бұрын

I like most electric cars and the Zoe was very good. The Megane is a horrid little car, I went to the preview at one of the first dealership events and everyone left within a few minutes disappointed. Too low, too small and the boot is so deep and low you'll nacker your back if you're a reasonable height. I do like the looks but that's the only thing going for it.