The New Renault Megane eVision is a dynamic hatchback combining design cues inspired by city cars, SUVs and even coupes. Its muscular and low stance makes it highly aerodynamic and is finished off with detailed design elements and large alloy wheels. The sleek and sophisticated design accentuates the modern look of the car, moving things in a new direction for electric vehicles in use, size and design, as well as energy efficiency.
100% electric, the New Renault Megane eVision concept with an innovative style benefits from the brand-new platform CMF-EV dedicated to electric. An asset that allows it to move away from the traditional dimensions and codes of the segment to propose new lines and new proportions. The result is a hatchback with contained exterior dimensions and record habitability.
It previews Renault’s future family of electric cars combining character, efficiency and passenger comfort. The New Renault Megane eVision previews the best parts of the CMF-EV platform and traditional Renault nameplate and sets it firmly in the future. The hatchback body houses one of the thinnest batteries on the market and an ultra-compact powertrain that gives an exceptionally roomy interior in a compact footprint (just 4.21 metres).
The 60kWh battery ensures long driving range, while its low, aerodynamic body significantly reduces consumption. DC charging – up to 130kW – allows for faster charging. This all combines to ensure the New Renault Megane eVision delivers the kind of performance and range expected of a much larger, more expensive electric car while retaining a highly practical yet compact exterior.
Renault Megane eVision Concept in numbers:
- Length: 4,210mm
- Width: 1,800mm
- Height: 1,505mm
- Wheelbase: 2,700mm
- Wheels: 20 inches Tyres: Continental 245/40 ZR 20 Weight: 1,650kg Engine: 160kW (217hp) wound-rotor electric engine Transmission: 4×2 Drive: Front-wheel drive Charge: AC up to 22kW, DC up to 130kW Batteries: 60kWh – 400V
In addition to offering a wide range of highly reliable cars, the CMF-EV platform allows significant progress in the performance, range and comfort of future electric vehicles. The lower centre of gravity improves road-holding and gives the opportunity to focus on the fun aspect of Renault’s future electric vehicles. With an extended wheelbase, a shorter steering ratio and multi-arm rear axle, the steering and frame gain extra flexibility and onboard comfort is increased.
The electric motor is one of the most powerful in the Renault range of any fuel type, delivering 160kW of power (equivalent to 217hp) and 300Nm of torque, delivering acceleration from 0-62mph in under eight seconds. The large 60kWh battery is equipped with DC charging (up to 130kW), delivering impressive range along with fast charging and ensuring drivers are able to cover long distances with quick top-ups available when required for added convenience.
The Renault Megane eVision concept imagines the styling of an electric version of the brand’s five-door hatchback. It rides on the brand’s new modular CMF-EV platform for future EVs and uses one of the thinnest batteries on the market. A production version of this vehicle debuts in 2021.
