Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V
Renault Megane 2003 1.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V has been produced from September, 2003 to January, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 152 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 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 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100km (13 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Renault real everyday fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100 km, which is 17% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Renault Megane fuel consumption.

Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V technical data
Model: | Renault Megane Grand Tour 1.6 16V | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2003. September ... 2006. January | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 184 g/km |
Power: | 115 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 152 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 (combined) 10.7 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9 l/100km (26.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.50m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1600 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1840 kg |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 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 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Power | 105 - 115 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 - 155 NM ON 4200 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 estate car [2003 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 98 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.5 DCi
Sep 2003 — Feb 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 80 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2005 Grand Tour 1.5 dCi
Mai 2005 — Jan 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.5 Diesel | 85 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2004 Grand Tour 1.5 DCi
Mar 2004 — Mai 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 100 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2004 Grand Tour 1.5 DCi Aug 2004 — Jan 2006 | 1.5 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Megane 2005 Grand Tour 1.5 dCi Sep 2005 — Jan 2006 | 1.5 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Megane 2005 Grand Tour 1.5 dCi Mai 2005 — Jan 2006 | 1.5 Diesel | 105 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.6 16V | 1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Renault Megane 2004 1.9 dCi Jan 2004 — Dec 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2005 1.9 dCi Jan 2005 — Dec 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 1.9 DCi Sep 2003 — Feb 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 120 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2005 1.9 dCi
Jan 2005 — Dec 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2005 Grand Tour 1.9 dCi
Oct 2005 — Jan 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 2.0 16V
Most powerfull petrol version (136 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Renault Megane 2003 Grand Tour 2.0 16V
Most powerfull petrol version (136 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |