Pricing and specs for the Renault Megane E-Tech have lastly been introduced for the Australian market earlier than deliveries begin in direction of the top of this 12 months.
Only a single variant of the Megane E-Tech shall be offered in Australia, dubbed the Techno EV60. Because the identify implies, this mannequin includes a 60 kWh lithium-ion battery pack with a 400-volt system and assist for DC fast-charging at speeds of as much as 130 kW. Renault says roughly 300 km (186 miles) of vary will be added in half-hour with a DC charger.
This battery pack drives a 160 kW (215 hp) electrical motor on the entrance wheels with 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque and 4 ranges of regenerative braking. The French model is especially pleased with the truth that the Megane E-Tech’s battery pack doesn’t use uncommon earth metals and that it’s going to eat 15.6 kWh/100 km, sufficient to provide it a WLTP vary of 454 km (282 miles). The SUV will want 7.4 seconds to hit 62 mph (100 km/h).
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A plethora of Superior Driver Help Programs come customary on the SUV. These embody computerized emergency braking with junction help that may detect pedestrians and cyclists, emergency lane-keeping help with oncoming visitors and road-edge detection, and adaptive cruise management. All fashions additionally include a wise rear-view digital camera and a driver drowsiness alert system.
For the beginning value of AU$64,990 ($41,710) plus on-road prices, patrons may also obtain 20-inch wheels as customary whereas discovered within the cabin is a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 9-inch infotainment show, and configurable ambient lighting. There’s additionally a six-speaker audio system, wi-fi smartphone charging, and each Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Australian pricing of the Megane E-Tech makes it barely cheaper than the AU$66,590 ($42,737) Kia Niro S EV however does come at a premium to the 2024 Volvo EX30 that may begin at AU$59,990 ($38,501).
This battery pack drives a 160 kW electrical motor on the entrance wheels with 300 Nm of torque and 4 ranges of regenerative braking. The French model is especially pleased with the truth that the Megane E-Tech’s battery pack doesn’t not use uncommon earth metals and that it’s going to eat 15.6 kWh/100 km, sufficient to provide it a WLTP vary of 454 km. The SUV will want 7.4 seconds to hit 62 mph (100 km/h).
A plethora of Superior Driver Help Programs come customary on the SUV. These embody computerized emergency braking with junction help that may detect pedestrians and cyclists, emergency lane-keeping help with oncoming visitors and road-edge detection, and adaptive cruise management. All fashions additionally include a wise rear-view digital camera and a driver drowsiness alert system.
For the beginning value of AU$64,990 plus on-road prices, patrons may also obtain 20-inch wheels as customary whereas discovered within the cabin is a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 9-inch infotainment show, and configurable ambient lighting. There’s additionally a six-speaker audio system, wi-fi smartphone charging, and each Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Australian pricing of the Megane E-Tech makes it barely cheaper than the AU$66,590 Kia Niro S EV however does come at a premium to the 2024 Volvo EX30 that may begin at AU$59,990.