Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi
Renault Megane 2012 1.5 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2013. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard.
More engine specs
This Renault Megane 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.9 litres.
Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi fuel consumption is 4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (25 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Renault Megane 2012 - 2013 versions, fuel consumption in city - 4.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 3.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1500 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1660 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100 km, which is 30% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Renault Megane fuel consumption.
Renault Megane safety
During safety testing Renault Megane has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Renault Megane is evaluated with very good rate 88 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection Renault Megane got 71 points from 100.
Renault Megane safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.
Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi technical data
| Model: | Renault Megane 1.5 dCi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2013. December | ||
| Engine: | 1461 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.0 (combined) 4.8 (urban) 3.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.2 l/100km (45.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.56m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 524 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1595 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1815 kg | ||
Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi engine K9K 3
| Engine displacement | 1461 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 15.2 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Power | 75 - 110 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 - 260 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2008 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | Nissan Qashqai Renault Laguna Renault Scenic Dacia Duster Nissan Juke and 18 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Renault Megane estate car [2012 - 2013] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Megane 2012 Estate 1.2
Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 115 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Megane 2012 Estate 1.4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 1.4 Petrol | 130 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Renault Megane 2012 1.5 dCi
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Renault Megane 2012 Estate 1.5
Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 110 HP | 3.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Megane 2012 Estate 1.5 Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 1.5 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Renault Megane 2012 Estate 1.6 Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Renault Megane 2012 1.6 16V | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Renaul 2012 t Megane 1.6 dCi Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 1.6 Diesel | 130 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Megane 2012 Estate 2.0 Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic |
| Renault Megane 2012 Estate 2.0 GT Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Megane 2012 Estate 2.0 GT Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Renault Megane 2013 GT 2.0 TCe
Jan 2013 — Dec 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Renault Megane 2012 GT 2.0 dCi Jan 2012 — Dec 2012 | 2.0 Diesel | 160 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Renault Megane 2012 GT 2.0 dCi
Most powerfull diesel version (165 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 165 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |