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Renault Megane I Cabriolet (Phase II, 1999) 1.6i 16V (107 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Renault Megane:
The Renault Mégane is a small family car produced by the French car manufacturer Renault for the 1996 model year, and was the successor to the Renault 19. The Mégane has been offered in three- and five-door hatchback, saloon, coupé, convertible and estate bodystyles at various points in its lifetime, and having been through four generations is now in its fifth incarnation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Cabriolet (Phase II, 1999) Overview:
Renault Megane (I Cabriolet (Phase II, 1999)). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1155 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 191 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6i 16V (107 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic gearbox dulls performance slightly compared to the manual 1.6i, prioritizing ease of driving and comfort over outright speed.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the manual 1.6i, a common trade-off for the convenience of an automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable open-top driving experience for its class
- • Stylish design that has aged reasonably well
- • Comfortable ride quality for a convertible
- • Good fuel economy from smaller engine options
- • Practical boot space for a convertible of its size
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger space, typical for a 2+2 convertible
- • Modest performance from entry-level engines, especially with the automatic
- • Potential for electrical issues, common in older Renaults
- • Noticeable scuttle shake over rough surfaces, characteristic of convertibles of this era
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Coach (DA): 1998 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | I Cabriolet (Phase II, 1999) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V (107 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 107 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 67 Hp/l [151mm more] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4M More details about the engine K4M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 191 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1155 |
| Max. weight: | 1590 |
| Max load: | 435 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 281 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1250 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 615 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4082 mm mm [151mm more] |
| Width: | 1698 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1368 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2468 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1432 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.30 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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