Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V

Renault Megane 2003 1.6 petrol description

Cabrio Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V has been produced from October, 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 C-C 1.6 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.7 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 1040 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.

With the same engine there is also Renault Megane version with automatic gearbox (Renault Megane 2005 C-C 1.6 16V AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.8 seconds later (in 13.6 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km.
Renault Megane 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Renault Megane 2003

Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V technical data

Model: Renault Megane C-C 1.6 16V
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2003. October ... 2006. January 
Engine: 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 164 g/km
Power: 115 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 152 NM ON 4200 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.9 (combined) 9.1 (urban) 5.7 (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: 4.36m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.40m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 190 litres
Trunk max capacity: 490 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1775 kg

Renault Megane 2003 C-C 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
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 C-C 1.6 16V oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 6 litres (6.3 quarts)
Power 105 - 115 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 145 - 155 NM ON 4200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 25 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.

All Renault Megane cabrio [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.6 16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 115 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Renault Megane 2005 C-C 1.6 16V Jan 2005 — Jan 2006 1.6 Petrol 115 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 1.9 DCi Oct 2003 — Feb 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Renault Megane 2005 1.9 dCi Jan 2005 — Dec 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (130 HP)

1.9 Diesel 130 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 2.0 16V 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Renault Megane 2003 C-C 2.0 16V 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Renault Megane 2004 C-C 2.0 16V T Aug 2004 — Feb 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds

2.0 Petrol 163 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Renault Megane 2003 reviews
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