Renault has revealed the new Megane eVision concept at the company’s eWays event, alongside the new Dacia Spring, previewing next year’s production model. The new Megane eVision is the first Renault to be based on the Alliance’s modular CMF-EV platform, which also underpins the Nissan Ariya.
Renault says that the new Megane eVision
is going to reinvent the compact hatchback once it enters production late next
year. According to the French carmaker, the concept uses a low-profile 60kWh
battery that’s compatible with fast-charging rates of up to 130 kW. The only
figure they didn’t mention was the driving range.
The electric motor produces 217 HP and 300 Nm of torque, powering the front wheels and delivering a 0-100 km/h in under eight seconds. According to De Meo, the concept is 95
percent ready for production, with the Megane eVision to become the first model
in a new, wider range of electric vehicles.
The new Megane eVision measures 4.210 mm
long, 1.800 mm wide, and 1.505 mm tall, with a 2.700mm wheelbase. That puts it
directly against models like the VW ID.3, which is slightly longer (4.262 mm)
and taller (1,552 mm) and has a longer wheelbase (2,765 mm).
The final production version of the Megane
eVision will launch in Europe late next year, and is expected to be offered
with different battery sizes and different motor outputs. If all goes as
planned, and that includes the production Megane eVision retaining its attractive
looks, the VW ID.3 is going to have some strong competition.
