Renault Megane E-Tech EV60, 160 kW electric FWD automatic

2022
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Euro NCAP

See the safety results of the Renault Megane E-Tech by Euro NCAP

Results
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10.0 10 Clean Air Index
9.4 10 Energy Efficiency Index
9.6 10 Greenhouse Gas Index
Laboratory Tests NMHC NOX NH3 CO PN
10.010 Cold Test
10.010 Warm Test
10.010 Highway
10.010 Cold Ambient Test
Road Test
10.010 On-Road Drive
5.05 On-Road Short Trip
8.08 On-Road Heavy Load
5.05 On-Road Light Load
2.02 Congestion
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  • n.a.
  • good
  • adequate
  • marginal
  • weak
  • poor

Comments

Renault's new model – the Megane E-Tech 100% electric – is propelled only by electric energy. Accordingly, the vehicle scores the maximum index of 10 in this part of the assessment as it doesn't emit any polluting exhaust gases.

Laboratory Tests Energy
10.010 Cold Test 16.9kWh100 km
10.010 Warm Test 16.3kWh100 km
9.110 Highway 26.3kWh100 km
8.610 Cold Ambient Test 30.0kWh100 km
Consumption Driving Range
Average 19.8kWh100 km 359km
Worst-Case 30.0kWh100 km 226km
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  • n.a.
  • good
  • adequate
  • marginal
  • weak
  • poor

Comments

Despite its mass and expansive frontal area compared to other top-rated vehicles, the Megane shows very high energy efficiency in the standard Cold and Warm laboratory tests, as well as good results in the critical Highway Test.
At -7°C, however, consumption increases by 78% and the driving range is reduced to 226 km. The On-Road Drive was performed at about 14°C and the measured consumption is 19 kWh/100 km, meaning that a range of 357 km can be expected. The measured charging/discharging efficiency from the charging socket to battery output is 88%.

Greenhouse Gases CO2 N2O CH4
10.010 Cold Test
10.010 Warm Test
9.610 Highway
9.010 Cold Ambient Test
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  • n.a.
  • good
  • adequate
  • marginal
  • weak
  • poor

Comments

Since the Megane is a battery electric vehicle, its Greenhouse Gas emissions (GHG) originate only from the upstream processes of electricity supply - ca. 46‑85 g CO2-eq./km. Thanks to its generally low consumption and the relatively low CO2 emissions of EU electricity production, the car scores a very high 9.6/10 in this index.

Our verdict

Tested here is the Renault Megane E-Tech 100% EV60 with a declared battery capacity of 60 kWh, single motor and front wheel drive. With a power of 160 kW and a spacious interior it is sure to have broad appeal. The car demonstrates very low energy consumption figures. The values in the standard Cold and Warm WLTC+ tests are impressive, but they rise in the Highway Test with its dynamic high power demand phases. Under cold winter conditions (WLTC+ test at -7°C), the consumption is increased by 78% and this limits the driving range significantly due to the demand for cabin heating. While conventional vehicles can utilise the combustion engine's waste heat for comfort, electric cars need to use the valuable electricity stored in their batteries. For this reason, special focus needs to be placed on cabin heating efficiency. The results of the performed short urban trip are noteworthy – the Megane used just 11.8 kWh/100 km.
When charging with 11 kW AC, Green NCAP measured exactly the same usable battery capacity as the declared value – 60 kWh.
The absence of polluting exhaust gas emissions, the high energy efficiency and the relatively low greenhouse gas emissions of European average electricity production make the Megane E-Tech 100% reach an impressive Weighted Overall Index of 9.6 out of 10 and a well-deserved 5 Green stars.

Specifications

  • Tested Car VF1RCB0036814XXXX
  • Publication Date 11 2022
  • Vehicle Class Small Family Car
  • Emissions Class Euro 6 AX
  • Tyres 215/45 R20
  • Mass 1,684 kg
  • System Power/Torque 160 kW/300 Nm
  • Declared Battery Capacity 60.0 kWh
  • Declared Driving Range Overall 433 km City 535 km
  • Declared Consumption 16.9 kWh/100 km