Many car enthusiasts are confused, Megane 2 was very successful, what happened to Megane 3? In terms of sales, it was bypassed by direct competitors, the French Citroen C4 and Koreans. Why didn't it sell as well as the second one? Test drive Renault Megan 3 hatchback clarified the picture.

The first thing that influenced the result was that the French abandoned the Megane in the sedan body. In principle, there was a sedan, but it was called Fluence, it was separated into a separate model.

First impression

When meeting, Renault Megane 3 looks good, but not for everybody. You sit down forward - it is convenient, but the front panel is immediately striking, which is strongly extended towards the driver. She steals free space in the cabin.

Sitting back into the hatchback, you feel that there is little space, and in the C-class there should be satisfactory comfort and minimal space. There is a lot of space above the head - it is cool and feels. But at the feet of its minimum, instantly rests against the soft rear seat trim. The main competitors are better with this. Another nuance is the same as on Sandero - the corner of the door is sharp.

The Megane has a tradition that the station wagon and sedan in the second generation have a larger base than the hatchback. If we compare a hatchback and a station wagon in the third generation - 65 mm is the difference in wheelbase. They go to the feet of the passenger. Renault Megan 3 station wagon cannot be called cramped - these six and a half centimeters save the situation.

Body

Here is a special thanks to the creators of Renault Megane 3 for the bodywork. Firstly, a lid is integrated in the fuel filler flap - no need to open and close anything. Secondly, the door itself closes for alarm. The advantages of the C-class are immediately felt. For example, on Sandero you have to go out every time, open the lid with a key, you get bored. Here you already feel like a man, they drove you up.

Back cover. If we take a two-door coupe, then the body is different, because the trunk is slightly smaller. The four or five door hatchback has a little bigger trunk, the difference is literally 20 liters.

During the test drive Renault Megan 2, criticisms related to the lack of a normal door closing handle. There is already some handle for the trunk.

Negative moment. The spare wheel is at the bottom - an unpleasant surprise for drivers in winter.

Traditionally, like all Renault, high corrosion resistance. The only small jamb, the rubber band, in the first dorestyling models, was very tough, it simply wiped the paint to the metal. But the metal is good, nothing rusted. The company quickly found its bearings and eliminated this shortcoming. We changed the composition of the rubber - it became softer. The mistake was corrected already in the second restyling, and there were 2 of them - in 2012 and 2014.

After modernization in the twelfth year, the car was updated. They changed the headlights, added daytime running lights, and slightly changed the front bumper. If we talk about the fourteenth - there is already a more solid restyling. The car has changed in front, today this design looks relevant, modern.

Motor

Renault always offers a wide selection of engines. Gasoline engines from 1.2 to 2 liters, diesel - 1.5, traditionally several capacities 85 - 110 horse power.

Diesel 1.5 for Renault Megane 3 is a compromise option, in terms of the fact that both the consumption is small and the pickup is good. The car is well soundproofed, the diesel sound in the cabin is almost inaudible. Plus, with this engine, 6-speed manual transmissions and a 6-speed robot with two clutches.

There is a prejudice about the "robot".

We know the DSG at Wolksvagen has had reliability issues for a long time. But in fairness, all manufacturers are gradually switching to similar boxes. They allow you to make the car more economical, since switching occurs without taking power from the wheels, instantly. The manufacturer claims that the switch occurs in 0.26 seconds. There are no questions about these boxes. Safety factor 250,000 - 300,000 km. If we take an early Volkswagen 2G, then there were already some problems with 100,000, and some cars with 30,000 began to jerk.

Megan 3 has disadvantages inherent in a robotic box:

• it is inconvenient to drive in traffic jams in the city,
• problematic switching from first to second gear.

But there are no complaints about reliability.

If we talk about the engine 1.6. Meghan 2's reviews indicated there were support issues. Periodically crashed and the engine began to knock. Difficulties with phase shifter and individual coils. In the third generation, all these shortcomings were eliminated.

1.6 is a hassle-free option. On a two-liter gasoline engine there is a Nissan motor with a chain. With 1.6 there was a five-speed gearbox with a two-liter engine, a six-speed manual gearbox.

Suspension

Advantageously distinguishes the third generation Megane from its competitors - the suspension. Both in the second and in the third Megan the suspension is very good, energy-intensive and soft. By what means?

This clearance is 170 mm. Wheels 16th, but high profile rubber, adds softness and smoothness. MacPherson in front, beam in back. For the C-class, the beam - the best option... If we talk about the resource of the chassis, then it is better to completely enumerate the front suspension by 60,000.

The front suspension has a small weakness - anthers and bumpers on the front struts are combined, and the rubber sinned with rigidity. Now the original spare parts with different rubber and the part can easily withstand 60,000 km. But the suspension should be renewed every 60,000 km. Tank 60 liters.

Cons and pros

The downside is poor visibility due to the wide stance. Sometimes, backing up, you can not see a person walking from the side, this must be taken into account. Small, convex and very sloping rear glass impairs the view.

Large torpedo up front stealing cabin space, security pay. Megan is very safe car, five stars.

Mostly, the opinions of the owners are positive. In the diesel version, the consumption pleases. Really spends 3.5 liters on the highway. Sounds fantastic. But this is provided that the motor is new.

I like the suspension with clearance. It is worth noting one advantage of the car in its class - it is very capacious. Big steering and little revs, just two and a half edge to edge. Good electric power, light steering wheel allows you to comfortably move around the streets of the city, park. Unlike Megan, 2 gear selector is normal.

In general, it turned out nice car, an empty bundle cost $ 15,000 in 2016.

Salon

A bunch of questions about the ergonomics of the cabin. Indeed, many things are unusual here. Firstly, the start-stop button on the center console, here the key is inserted, the card. Replaced the climate control tape recorder. The inclusion of seat heating is located inconveniently, on the side of the door, between the door and the seat. You have to control it by touch. Cruise control, if fitted, is located on the center console / steering wheel / underneath, as is customary. There are a number of questions about the car, but this is a matter of habit.

The upholstery is of high quality, made of good materials, the torpedo is soft on top. The fabric interior is wear-resistant, but the leather is cheap, it bursts even with low mileage. Changed the design of the amplifier, rails, the sleeve is not erased so quickly.

Outcome

The car is modified, good, but not for everybody. And yet, why is Megan 3 being bought so little? Everything negates the lack of space, little space in the back. Although this disadvantage is offset by safety, reliability and an overall sense of quality.

Not like that modern engineas it might be on competitor's models, but it works day in and day out. In general, the car is good: equipment, motors, gearboxes, suspension - the best in its class. See for yourself, the test drive video is available on YouTube. The choice is yours.

Video

Renault Megane 3 video from Mikhail Yakovlev

Video review Renault Megan 3 from Double test drive

The third generation Renault Megane saved us from the problem of choosing between a hatchback and a sedan, leaving only one body option - the hatchback. It is not entirely clear why the company decided to abandon, in general, the popular body type. But our job is to tell you about what is, and therefore in this review we will try to describe this car in as much detail as possible.

New unremarkable appearance

Appearance in a hatchback body

The new Renault Megan 3 generation has become, in our opinion, much more attractive than the previous generation car. The back has become clearer and more pleasing to the eye.

However, it cannot be said that the new exterior is "striking" or remembered, as, for example, in. Although the appearance is pretty, it is quite common, but, as you know, "the taste and color ...".

On the positive side, it is worth noting some sportiness of the profile, led lights and chrome body parts. All this makes the car modern.

Dimensions:

• Length - 4296 mm
• Width - 1808 mm
• Height - 1471 mm

Complete set:

• Authentique
• Confort
• Expression
• Dynamique

Renault Megan 3 color scheme

Salon - as it is

With the interior, everything is better, here the designers of the French corporation tried to achieve good ergonomics and comfort.

Salon beige

High-quality materials, soft plastic, comfortable chairs are used in the decoration - all this makes renault salon Megane 3 is modern.

It is worth noting such newfangled options as using a chip card to start the engine, closing and opening doors in automatic mode, as well as a novelty of this hatchback - the R-Link multimedia system. Although her installation influenced, oddly enough, on driving performance car, but more on that later.

Renault R-Link is a system that allows you to combine and conveniently use a navigator, audio, connection mobile phone, and also, on the built-in touch screen, you can watch photo and video materials.

Viewing photos and videos is possible only when the car is completely stopped.

Connection to R-Link is possible via USB and Bluetooth protocols. Listening to music is available in CD and MP3 formats.

According to the owners of Renault Megan 3, the hatchback interior is very comfortable, and good noise isolation further increases the pleasure of the trip.

In the back seat, not to say that there is too much space, but you can still accommodate 3 people there, but it will not be very convenient for them there, of course it is not.

The trunk has an average volume for its class - 368 liters, with folded rear seats the capacity increases to 1125 liters. The plus is that the door luggage compartment large and so you can put an oversized load.

The trunk of Renault Megan 3rd generation

Urban dynamics

As mentioned above, R-Link influenced the dynamics, let's see how. The multimedia system is designed to increase the attractiveness of this car for young people, but simply installing a new R-Link is impossible, because you will have to increase the cost of the car. And because, in order to cut costs, this machine will not have a full-fledged automatic machine. Your choice is provided with either a manual transmission or a variator.

3rd generation model in gray on the track

In urban conditions, the operation of the variator does not cause any complaints, but on the highway ... Reviews indicate that at high speeds, over 100 km / h, the dynamics are frankly weak. The variator thinks for a long time before reacting to pressing the gas pedal.

Three types of engines can be installed in the car, all of them are gasoline. The diesel version will not be delivered to Russia.

The most powerful engine accelerates a 1.7 ton car to 100 km / h in 9.9 seconds with a manual transmission, and in 10.1 with a variator.

As always, the French have good suspension settings. The car rolls smoothly over bumps in the road, in addition, tall tires add to this idyll.

Renault Megan 3 hatchback clearance is 165 mm, this is normal ground clearance for city movement.

Generally, specifications pretty good for a city car.

Test drive Renault Megan 3 hatchback video

Security

The engineers decided not to leave the driver and passengers without security systems, although there are not very many of them here. Let's take a look at everything in order.

• Airbags - the passenger airbag can be disabled
• Safety shutters
• Automatic alarm turns on independently when braking hard
• Isofix - bracket for child seats
• ABS - anti-lock brakes
• ESP - Vehicle Stability
• EBA - emergency braking assistance system
• EBD - brake force distribution

As you can see, you have something to count on in the event emergency situation, but it is better, of course, not to bring it to this and drive carefully.

EuroNCAP security

Overall safety assessment

Adult safety

➖ Difficulty access to the engine compartment
➖ Presence of rolls at high speeds
➖ Close back row

pros

➕ High ground clearance
➕ Dynamics
➕ Suspension
➕ Warm interior
➕ Noise isolation

The advantages and disadvantages of Renault Megan 3 station wagon and hatchback are revealed based on feedback from real owners. More detailed pros and cons of Renault Megane 1.6, 2.0 and 1.9 gasoline and diesel with mechanics, CVT and front-wheel drive can be found in the stories below:

Owner reviews

I bought a car in a car dealership with 0 km of run. Motor - chain, gearbox - variator. THEN every 15,000 km. Fuel consumption on the highway at a speed of 90-110 km / h is 6.5-7.0 liters per 100 km, at 110-140 km / h - 8-9 liters.

Holds the road perfectly, explosive when overtaking, the variator works very well. With a mileage of 120,000 km, I replaced the stabilizer struts (2,000 rubles with work). A check caught fire at 150,000 km. The error swears at the zombie lamba. I have not changed it until now. Does not affect consumption and dynamics.

With a mileage of 200,000 km, the cabin stove (heater motor) failed - the cost of the stove motor is from 10 to 20 thousand rubles. At 250,000 km I went through the front suspension, replaced the brake discs, struts, filters and oil in the variator. All this with work worth 65,000 rubles. Now the mileage is 280,000 km.

The advantages of the model include driving performance, strong suspension, comfortable salon, the ability to refuel with 92nd gasoline.

The disadvantages are poor accessibility to parts during replacement and lack of space for large passengers in the back row.

Evgeny Kapustin, review of Renault Megane 2.0 (137 HP) CVT 2012

Video review

Huge interior + plenty of space for the driver and passenger. Behind you can walk / drink vodka / play the button accordion. An unusually comfortable fit with my 185 cm and 115 kg.

Ergonomics for 5+, everything is at hand, everything is at arm's length, there is no need to lift your back from the seat to reach the necessary buttons. Pedal assembly - legs are extended, seat is long, left leg can be fully extended. The platform for the leg (left) is recessed somewhere in the distance, just at a distance, so that the leg "rests". All computer and audio controls on the steering wheel are very convenient.

On the run. I got a car with low-profile tires, so noise is heard, asphalt joints and vibrations on the steering wheel are felt. A very sharp steering wheel, like in Alfa Romeo, you can't really smoke on the go at a speed of over 120 km / h. But the city is its native element, but for the track I would like a more imposing steering wheel. Does not fall in corners, there is no buildup, the reaction is instant.

The gearbox in a bundle in the engine ... I cried, cried and drove, then cried again ... 6th gear, city, 50 km / h, you go, and in the cabin only a computer squeak - "switch down, learn to drive!" But now I'm used to it, everything is fine.

Review of Renault Megan station wagon 1.9 diesel (125 hp) manual transmission 2012

Surprisingly, the “Frenchman” is better suited for our operating conditions than many cars russian assembly... It has a fairly large ground clearance - 160 mm, already in the middle configuration of the Confort there is climate control, heated front seats, mirrors and windshield in the wiper area. The only bad thing is that ESP is only available as an option for the top-end configuration, although the handling is not bad without it.

The salon looks more expensive than it really is, the plastic is hard almost everywhere, although not bad in texture, the assembly is neat, nothing creaks anywhere. Sound insulation is good, even when driving on high speed the cabin is quiet. The interior is cramped in the back, the front landing is comfortable.

The 2-liter engine provides excellent dynamics, while being unpretentious in terms of fuel quality, it runs normally on AI-92 gasoline. True, his appetite is also good, he eats 12-13 liters of fuel in the city, about 8 liters on the highway. Megane has a very comfortable suspension, energy intensity is not inferior to crossovers.

Sergey, review about Renault Megan III 2.0 with mechanics 2014 onwards

Access to units in engine compartment - difficult, climbing yourself is not easy. Variator… I didn’t understand it. You can adapt, but bad "environmentally friendly" settings (all the time strives to fall to 1500 rpm), a simple machine is much more logical. True, thanks to the variator, the consumption even in the city is no more than 8-8.5 liters. On the highway, at speeds of 120-140 - the same.

The landing is good, but the headroom is small and the pillow is flat - you fidget. Although - a matter of habit. Cramped in the back. Rear seats do not fold flush with the trunk. The pedal assembly is comfortable, the view forward and in the mirrors is good, backward, traditionally for modern ones, is poor.

The advantages of a car include trouble-free, reliability, efficiency, silence in the cabin, inexpensive maintenance and, in general, spare parts and maintenance. The car itself does not attract attention. Well prepared for winter - anticorrosive, powerful stove (like the climate in summer), armored films on the rear arches, fenders, etc.

The owner drives hatchback Renault Megane 1.6 (114 HP) CVT 2014

Renault bribed me with its exterior. More precisely, a muzzle. Painfully she is good. From the side, the car does not look so impressive. It's true. There is enough space in the cabin. As in the trunk, although it is not of any impressive size. The armchairs are upholstered in dark fabric with light trim. It looks good.

For a long time I tried to customize the seats for myself, but nothing good came of this idea. Therefore, I just resigned myself, and then I got used to it. There is an armrest with a niche between the front seats. But he completely refuses to support my elbow. He slides down constantly. It's also uncomfortable, but I'm used to it. There is no choice. But there is a huge illuminated glove compartment, a cup holder and even an ashtray. There are quite roomy niches in the doors for various small things.

By the way, the fabric with which the seats are upholstered is very easily soiled. And in general, the interior somehow gets dirty very quickly. I couldn't even imagine that. It shows absolutely everything at once. True, everything is erased simply with an ordinary damp cloth.

The doors are heavy, as I like, with door closers. But they open and close without any problems. What surprised me was the agility of the car. He seems to just dream of the driver pressing the gas pedal harder. This agility is especially evident at the start. So fans of "traffic light races" will definitely like this car. In addition, the box can be switched to manual mode. Then you will have to click six virtual programs yourself.

On the track, of course, everything falls into place. Still, the motor is rather weak. But, nevertheless, overtaking can be done without straining. The main thing is not to play the fool and do not forget that you are driving Renault, and not some conventional Ferrari.

The suspension is well tuned. It simply "eats" minor flaws in the roadway. Moreover, even on large pits and potholes, the suspension behaves very heroically, transmitting only a small part of this unpleasant incident to the driver and passengers.

If you try to enter a corner at high speed, then the body begins to roll very clearly. Therefore, it is a pity that the seats are not equipped with lateral support. She is sometimes sorely lacking. Again at speed the steering wheel becomes much heavier. Therefore, driving a car is convenient and pleasant.

Review of Renault Megan hatchback 1.6 CVT 2015

I live in a private house, so it turns out that you need to constantly bring something out of the luggage - either small furniture, or some building materials, then I recently bought a generator ... In short, I needed a practical car with good roomy trunk... And at the same time - reliable, comfortable and relatively inexpensive. After looking at several options, I settled on Renault Megan, a hatchback.

At the time of purchase, there was a choice between the 1.6 and 2.0 engine - 114 or 137 mares. I took a more powerful one, I liked the thrust. Box - handle, six speeds. In total, the car cost almost 900 thousand, with insurance. I hit over 15 thousand, passed the first MOT, while everything is fine. Fuel consumption in the city is 9-10 liters in summer, a liter and a half more in winter. Not disappointed.

Advantages of Renault Megane 2.0:

A dynamic engine, good both in the city and on the highway when overtaking, the gears of the manual gearbox are easily switched.

The high ground clearance gives you the freedom to park near curbs. The front bumper is protected underneath by an unpainted lip. The motor is protected from below by a screen.

The salon is comfortable, warm in the cold. Even if you turn off the ignition, it cools down slowly.

The suspension is perfectly tuned for our roads, cracks in the asphalt, small holes swallow easily. Large holes also work out at "five", does not break through.

Disadvantages of Renault Megane 2.0:

- There are questions about the assembly of the cabin - cold weather came, "crickets" appeared. I hope they will disappear in the spring.

- The audio system sometimes does not read all flash drives, some have to be poked twice.

- Recently the computer lit an ABS error, the system itself stopped working (in winter, just in time !!!). I did not have time to contact the dealer, as everything worked out by itself. I read on the forums, people say that in the cold and with temperature drops, the sensor fools the head. It's unpleasant. I take off a point for reliability.

Alexey, review of Renault Megane 3 manual transmission 2015

Today the renowned French automaker Renault is releasing the third generation Renault Megane 3 hatchback specifications and reviews have won the hearts of millions of drivers around the world. The first model of the third generation was released in 2008 in France. Then a five-door hatchback was introduced, and a few years later, the French showed a three-door version. At the moment, all machines of this model are manufactured by Turkey, and it is from there that they are delivered throughout Europe. What characteristics is this car endowed with, and why is it better than the rest lineup Renault? These questions are often asked by drivers looking to purchase a car from a well-known brand.

Technical features of the car Megane 3

The main technical characteristics of Renault Megan 3 in the hatchback have positive reviews. All models supplied to the automotive markets of the CIS countries are equipped with three types of engines, namely:

1. 1.5 DCI is a type of engine that develops one hundred and five horsepower. It has a thrust of 240 N.M. Diesel engine complies with environmental European standards, it has established itself when it was installed on the Renault Duster crossover. Motor only docks with six-speed mechanical box gear.
2. Gasoline 1.6 has a capacity of one hundred and six horsepower, one hundred forty-five newtons of torque. Often sold with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic.
3. Most powerful engine in the technical characteristics of the Renault Megan 3 hatchback is a two-liter engine with one hundred and thirty-eight horsepower and one hundred and ninety newtons of torque. It is only sold with a CVT.

Only the listed engines are included in the basic equipment of the Megane 3 models sold in the European automotive market. Unfortunately, in all the offered trim levels, the steering wheel is uninformative, all due to the fact that its electric amplifier is underdeveloped. Basic model possesses aBS system, EBV, that is, a system of distribution of efforts during braking.

The main dimensions of Megan 3

The five-door Renault Megane 3 hatchback has powerful specifications that are aimed at meeting consumer demand. The model has the following dimensions:

• The length of the car is 4295 millimeters;
• Width - 1806 mm;
• Height - 1471 mm;
• Wheelbase - 2641 mm;
• The bulk is 1260 kilograms;
• Clearance - 160 mm.

One of the most important advantages of Renault Megan 3 is its high ground clearance, which allows the car to pass on an asphalt surface and off-road. Car control is very precise, smooth, it is vehicle suitable even for novice drivers. The main technical characteristics of Renault Megan 3 hatchback for this price class of cars are the best.

Renault Megan is an entire generation of mid-range hatchbacks. The car is well known to Russian motorists. The car has been serially produced since 1995 (it is the successor to the outdated Renault-19). Since 2014, Renault Megan 3 hatchback has been produced. Specifications, ground clearance and other useful information - further in our article.

Design

The French endowed the hatchback with a very catchy and sporty appearance. Also note that the car in the third generation was produced in the station wagon. However, it does not look as impressive as a hatch. The machine has acquired improved lensed optics.

The bumper has got LED running lights. Also increased in size fog lights... The mirrors have a short bend repeater. The hood is very prominent, but short. The side moldings are located at the bottom, almost near the sills. Especially for the third generation, new alloy wheels... They look very impressive on the car. If you are not an expert in the automotive field, you can easily confuse the Megan-3 hatchback with the sporty version of the RS (especially if the former is in bright colors).

As for the dimensions, the car has the following dimensions: length - 4.3 meters, width - 1.8 meters, height - 1.47 meters. Ground clearance excluding the load - 16 centimeters. What is the Renault Megan 3 hatchback cross-country characteristics? Reviews note that the car is relevant only on an asphalt surface. Very low clearance and low front bumper... For outings into nature, the car is suitable, but nothing more.

Salon

Inside, the hatchback looks pretty fresh and even sporty - note the reviews of the owners.

The steering wheel is three-spoke, with control buttons and nice white stitching. There is a beautiful glossy insert on the front panel. In the center of the console is a large, digital multimedia display. At the bottom there are two deflectors, a climate control unit and a radio tape recorder. The seats have good lateral support. There is an armrest between the front passenger and driver's seat.

The quality of the finishing materials has improved markedly compared to the previous generation. Among the new options is the cooled glove box and a key card with "Hands Free" function.

The trunk volume of the mid-size hatchback remains the same. It holds up to 368 liters of luggage. There is a function of a folding backrest (a flat floor is obtained). This allows the boot volume to be increased to 1162 liters.

Specifications

What are the Renault Megan 3 hatchback specifications? Diesel, unfortunately, was not supplied to Russia. In Europe, a 1.5 diesel with 110 hp is available. Next, we will look at gasoline units. There are only three of them.

IN basic configuration includes a 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 106 liters. with. Its torque is 145 Nm. This motor works in tandem with a five-speed mechanics. The owners note that even the 106-horsepower Renault Megan 3 hatchback has decent performance characteristics. So, up to a hundred, the car accelerates in 11.7 seconds. The car's peak speed is 183 kilometers per hour.

In terms of fuel consumption, this car is also pleasing. So, per hundred she spends 5.4 liters of 95th on the highway. In the urban cycle, the car consumes 8.8 liters of gasoline. In the combined cycle, the French Megan consumes 6.7 liters of fuel.

It is worth mentioning about the 114-strong Renault Megan 3 hatchback. Its technical characteristics are as follows. The working volume is 1.6 liters, the torque at 4 thousand is 155 Nm. This motor is aggregated by both mechanics and a variator. In the latter case, acceleration to hundreds takes 11.9 seconds. With "mechanics" - one second less. But the fuel consumption on both boxes is about the same. In the city - 8.9 liters, on the highway - up to 5.2. Maximum speed The 114-horsepower hatchback is 175 kilometers per hour.

And finally, let's talk about the flagship motor, which is installed only on top configurations cars Renault Megan 3 hatchback. Its technical characteristics are quite good. With a working volume of two liters, this engine produces up to 137 horsepower. This motor is completed with 6-speed mechanics and stepless cVT variator... In terms of overclocking to a hundred, the car easily fits into the top ten. As you can see, Renault Megan 3 hatchback has quite good technical characteristics. The maximum speed of the two-liter "Megan" is 195 and 200 kilometers per hour for the variator and mechanics, respectively. However, speed comes at a price. For 100 kilometers in city mode, the car spends 11 liters of fuel, which is almost one and a half times more than with a 1.6-liter engine. On the highway, the hatchback consumes about 6.2 liters of gasoline.

Note that all of the above power units have distributed fuel injection and comply with Euro-4 standards.

Chassis

The third generation of hatchbacks has the same suspension scheme as the previous one. So, in front it is independent, like "MacPherson". Behind - a suspension with a torsion beam, semi-dependent type. Steering - rack and pinion type, supplemented with an electric amplifier. Disc brakes are installed on both axles. They are ventilated at the front. The brakes are quite responsive. Suspension efficiently fulfills bumps. However, when cornering, the car still heels. This problem is partly solved by installing wider and lower profile tires.

Prices and configuration

Since 2014, the French hatchback has been available in Russia in several trim levels. Basic "Authentic" is available at a price of 849 thousand rubles. The car is equipped with 2 front airbags, on-board computer, power steering, stamped 15-inch wheels, 2 power windows, heated windshield and audio preparation. We also note that the car is equipped with all the necessary safety systems - EBD, BAS and ABS.

The maximum version of "Express" is available at a price of 1 million rubles with a 1.6-liter engine and from 1 million 60 thousand with a 2.0 engine, in addition to the basic equipment, this includes central locking, 4 power windows, climate control, electric drive for mirrors and seats, a full-fledged audio system with a multimedia display, as well as leather upholstery.

Conclusion

So, we found out what the Renault Megan 3 hatchback has technical characteristics, design and cost. On secondary market this car can be purchased for 400-450 thousand rubles.