The Renault has released an updated version of the Megane E-Tech, incorporating a new 67 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery as part of its mid-life refresh. This upgrade significantly enhances the electric vehicle’s capability, providing an estimated WLTP range of 310 miles. This represents an approximate increase of 25 miles compared to the previous liftback iteration.
While the vehicle maintains a cell-to-pack architecture, the incorporation of the larger battery unit results in a minor physical alteration: the entire vehicle is now 20 mm taller. Despite this structural change, the powertrain utilizes the existing 217 horsepower motor driving the front wheels. However, the performance metrics have seen a slight adjustment, with the 0-100 km/h acceleration time increasing by a tenth of a second to 7.6 seconds.
The most notable functional improvement relates to charging infrastructure. The DC fast-charging capability has been boosted from 130 kW to 165 kW. This increased power delivery means that recharging the battery from 15% to 80% is now estimated to take 24 minutes, marking a reduction in charging downtime for owners.
These updates position the new Megane E-Tech with improved range and faster charging rates, balancing enhanced operational efficiency with minor adjustments to its physical profile and acceleration timing.
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The range boost to 310 miles with the new battery sounds like a very substantial update for the Megane.
How does this updated battery capacity affect the vehicle’s performance or charging time compared to the previous model?