Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V has been produced from December, 2008 to December, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 151 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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The engine is very robust and long-lived, up to half a million kilometres, and can suffer minor ...
This Renault Megane 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.8 litres.
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100 km, which is 10% 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 five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Renault Megane got two stars.

Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V technical data
Model: | Renault Megane 1.6 16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2008. December ... 2012. December | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 163 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 151 NM ON 4250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 5.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.6 l/100km (30.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.30m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 120 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 372 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1162 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1762 kg |
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V engine K4M FR
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is very robust and long-lived, up to half a million kilometres, and can suffer minor damage, but overall it is quite reliable. Fuel consumption is relatively high for these engines, but they are not particularly demanding on fuel quality.Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.8 : 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 | Injection |
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Power | 105 - 115 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 - 155 NM ON 4250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 26 years |
Engine also used on | Renault Laguna Renault Scenic Renault Clio Dacia Duster and 4 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 hatchback [2008 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Megane 2008 1.5 dCi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2008 1.5 dCi
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.5 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2008 1.6 16V | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2008 1.9 dCi
Most powerfull diesel version (130 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2008 2.0 16V
Only version with automatic transmission |
2.0 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Megane 2008 2.0 TCe
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |