The Honda Civic Type R’s records set at different
tracks all over the world have started falling at the hands of the new Renault
Megane RS Trophy-R. The French hot hatch is the fastest front-wheel drive production car
at the Nurburgring, and has set a new record at Spa-Francorchamps, as well,
during the R.S. Days. Renaultsport’s test driver Laurent Hurgon completed the
lap in 2:48.338, more than 5 seconds quicker than the Civic Type R.
Like the Megane RS Trophy, the record-breaker uses
the 300 PS, 1.8-liter turbocharged engine. However, it’s more
aerodynamic while also weighing 130 kg less. For the development of
the car, Renaultsport worked together with Akrapovic, Brembo, Bridgestone,
Ohlins and Sabelt, for the exhaust system, brakes, tires, shock absorbers and
bucket seats, respectively.
To maintain exclusivity of the Megane RS Trophy-R,
Renaultsport has put a production cap, announcing that it will only make 500
units. It will launch before the end of the year and will start at € 55,000 in France, € 10,700 more than the Megane RS Trophy, and
€ 16,700 more than the regular Megane RS.
