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Renault Megane 1.6 Authentique

General information

ModelRenault Megane 1.6 Authentique
Year2004
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving6.8 litres/100 km (34.59 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power112.50 PS (83 kW or 111 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque152.00 Nm (15.5 kgf-m or 112.1 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0654 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5020 litres (1,326 gallons)
Cargo space330 litres (87 gallons)
Optional cargo space1190 litres (314 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1720 kg (3,792.0 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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