Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2006, 2007, 2008
Renault unveiled the facelifted version for the Megane range in 2006, and, along with that, it introduced a special version named GT.
The Megane GT 5-doors was a mix between a regular family hatchback and a sporty vehicle. While it wasn't as potent as the Megane RS, it was still capable enough to keep up with other hatchbacks from the market. While it didn't have the most powerful engine available for its stablemates, it was still potent enough to pass as a hot-hatch.
Renault positioned the GT version between the Dynamique and Renault Sport models. It featured a unique front bumper with integrated fog lights on the outer side fitted as standard and a broad grille at the bottom. The main grille, above the bumper, sported the same "Bird beak" design with a vertical slat and the chromed, rhomboidal badge on it. From its sides, the 17" light-alloy wheels were standard, while at the back of the car, the designers installed a Renault Sport-inspired bumper with two exhausts in the middle.
Inside, the carmaker added more bolstering for the front seats and drilled aluminum pedals. A silver, metallic GT logo adorned the leather-wrapped steering wheel. In the instrument panel, Renault installed light-gray dials with red needles for the speedometer and tachometer.
But the carmaker went further than just some aesthetic improvements. It lowered the suspension by 10 mm (0.4") and installed stiffer springs and dampers together with the anti-roll bars on both axles. Under the hood, Renault introduced a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine which produced 165 hp for the gasoline version, or a 2.0-liter turbo-diesel, which provided 150 hp. Both versions were paired with a six-speed manual.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 16V Turbo 6MT FWD (165 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 120 KW @ 5000 RPM 163 HP @ 5000 RPM 161 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ 3250 RPM 270 Nm @ 3250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 136.7 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/45/R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 165.7 in (4209 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.4/59.4 in (1,509/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.7 cuFT (331 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2755.8 lbs (1250 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4001.4 lbs (1815 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 184 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L dCi 6MT FWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1995 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 4000 RPM 150 HP @ 4000 RPM 148 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 251 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 340 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130.5 mph (210 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/45/R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 165.7 in (4209 mm) |
Width: | 70.1 in (1781 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.8/59.4 in (1,519/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.7 cuFT (331 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2844 lbs (1290 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4056.5 lbs (1840 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 144 g/km |