Renault Megane E-Tech Electric
Compact electric hatchback · 4W · Launched 2022
≈ £29,240
₹30.70 L (Indian market price)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
470 km
Battery
60 kWh
Top speed
160 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
218 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Renault's compact electric hatchback on CMF-EV platform. Priced at EUR 35,000 (Equilibre) to EUR 42,000 (Iconic) — not officially sold globally. 292 miles (470 km) WLTP range on EV60 pack. Google-powered OpenR Link infotainment.
Best for
European compact-hatch buyers wanting modern EV with class-leading Google-powered infotainment
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Sharp design with butterfly logo lighting
- Google built-in is the best in-car experience today
- 292 miles WLTP range is competitive
- V2L bidirectional charging
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- Rear seat space modest
- 130 kW DC charging mid-pack
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Renault in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Early software bugs on OpenR Link (fixed via OTA)
Reported in earlier models — Renault has released fixes for newer batches.
Boot lid alignment on pre-2023 units
Reported in earlier models — Renault has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 15-20% below rated figure
Reported in earlier models — Renault has released fixes for newer batches.
Suspension feels firm on broken tier-2 roads
Reported in earlier models — Renault has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery drain if parked 3+ weeks
Reported in earlier models — Renault has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Renault Megane E-Tech Electric in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 292 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 60 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 15-80% in 32 min (130kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: ample for daily driving and longer motorway runs without range anxiety.
The Renault Megane E-Tech Electric for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The Renault Megane E-Tech Electric is rated at 292 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 60 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 60 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 470 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 15-80% in 32 min (130kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 218 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1620 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 165 mm |
| Boot space | 440 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The Renault Megane E-Tech Electric scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: European compact-hatch buyers wanting modern EV with class-leading Google-powered infotainment. Key strength: sharp design with butterfly logo lighting. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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