Renault expands the range of its Megane. For the compact 5-door comes the new E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid version which adopts the same Plug-in engine already installed; present inside the Sporter variant (Here our test). Let's see the details.
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The powertrain & egrave; consisting of a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine combined with 2 electric motors. Overall, there is 160 hp (118 kW) available. Thanks to the 9.8 kWh battery & egrave; It is possible to travel in electric only up to 50 km according to the WLTP cycle (65 km in the city). The car always starts in mode electric. Speaking of consumption and emissions, the French brand declares 1.2 l/100 km and 28 g/km of CO2.
According to Renault, the E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid system saves up to 40% fuel compared to an equivalent combustion engine. This new Plug-in model is part of the French car manufacturer's ambitious electrification strategy . For the moment, this new version of the Megane & egrave; only been marketed in France. Details on the arrival on the Italian market have not been disclosed.
Obviously, even the Italian prices have not yet been released. However, it should cost something less than the Sporter Plug-In Hybrid which starts at 37,250 euros. Given the motorization, this car, once it arrives; on our market, it will be; compatible with incentives. So, all that remains is to wait for further communications from the French brand.
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