NEW Renault Megane E-Tech review: confusing but brilliant

[@jonathantaylor1998]

"He didn't even thank me...!" Oh Nicola - I am SOOOOooooooo on your side with that...! The lack of courtesy with some drivers (actually, MOST drivers... 😠) nowadays is absolutely disgraceful. A simple wave costs nothing but means everything. Well done for keeping your composure, too - I think I'd have uttered a few bleeped-out expletives...!! 😉

[@XzzVttll]

you dont know how nice behavor in traffic you have there in UK :) here in serbia, i can say its 20-50 times worse :)

[@georgedowns4034]

I definitely would not say most drivers... On average, I would say cyclists are worse...

[@SustainableGal]

The brake pedal makes perfect sense. When you have regen set to minimum, the pedals up, so as you press it down further it increases regen (in proportion to how hard you press down). So when regen is set to full, its already depressed all they way just before it starts engaging the brake pads on the disks. Meaning all 'braking' to a creep is done by regen, no matter where you set it. Stopping is achieved by then pushing down harder to start engaging the brake pads

[@nathanb2100]

Renault really know how to make great looking cars 😃

[@ingram33]

I think it’s just the French as a hole, at the moment all french cars looks great

[@peterproctor-noone382]

Nicola, the problem with having the charging point like the Zoe, is that a bit of a bump head on and you can’t charge your car!😢 Enjoyed the review as always. 😊

[@greymark420]

That's a very good point.

[@Paris__]

I've had my Iconic in White with Black roof for 7weeks now. I've driven it on long journeys, and when driven carefully on Eco, I get between 280-302 miles range (although don't go above 57-59mph😉). What really helps is that, unlike almost every other EV, the Megane doesn't affect it's range when the blowers/heaters are on, as the power doesn't come out of the EV batteries. It comes out of the car's normal 12v battery (like it does on a ICE car). Only the AC does. But don't forget, the Megane is one of the lightest EV's on sale (lighter than a Zoe). Helped by aluminum and Carbon Fibre construction. Only the Mini and Fiat 500 are lighter. Plus don't care anout rear visability. It has a wide-angle rear view mirror camera....Brilliant!! Plus Google is fantastic! You cannot beat phone tech! It's the most up-to-date around, constantly updated.

[@oris247]

Oh joy, being stuck behind you at 55 mph! Stunning car though.

[@Paris__]

@@oris247 😂😂👍

[@wainerollins2587]

I can't remember the last time I saw Renault Mégane of any kind. That's a shame because this current one looks great.

[@wozza59]

My wife and I really enjoyed this review. The presenter was excellent and certainly made us chuckle.

[@ResfeberBear]

I have an MG4. It is a disaster. Horrible software, bad support, annoying tech, and absolute lies in the options (I know the difference between auto wipers and intermittent wipers). So many things have gone wrong and I am returning it and getting a Megane.

[@marcakko2010]

Out of curiosity what's gone wrong with it so far ! Reason I'm asking is just were looking into to a EV at the moment so any feedback and advice is welcome.

[@myonline1985]

I tried out the MG4 back during the winter when I was looking for an EV myself. It definately is cheap compared to others but it seems you also get nothing in return. It is a car, it drives, it goes whoosh quickly and thats it. Sitting inside it I felt like I was sitting at a doctors office looking at a sterile wall. To be noted, I was at the time driving the Megane (not my own) and by comparison the Megane is leaps and bounds ahead with lots of gadgets and knobs to push in the interior, while for the drive itself they are comparable. The only thing about the MG4 that really made me go wow was the turn rate, that thing can turn on a dime.

[@alanwayte432]

Physical climate controls ❤❤❤excellent review

[@robsmith1a]

I think the charge point to the side more sensible because a minor front end knock could easily damage a charge point at the front.

[@Kangaroo_Caught]

A better review than many I have watched.

[@citynomad13]

Again stop being impressed by Chinese EV prices. For once and all, Chinese products are not produced to market prices. Nothing in China is approved unless the CCP says so and the labor costs are artificially kept low by buying up the dollar. According to economics (and economic development), China's labor force should by now be too expensive ...

[@global_nomad.]

i think you'll find that a lot of prices around the world are not true production cost prices...try food and the subsidies, try oil and the subsidies...

[@x3merx3mer]

Thats cute, but why would and does customer care? (and therefore the reviewers too) No. The end price is lower, thats all that maters to the customer if everything else is equal or close enough.

[@brianhume4743]

Brilliant video review just saying from Newcastle 🇬🇧

[@anthonystevens8683]

So I guess when we draw up to a car in front that is turning left onto an empty road but stays at a standstill for ages there may be a chance it's Nicola enjoying the indicator sounds. The regen braking sounds odd, take your foot off the sparks and it slows to a creep, what if there are no creeps around? You could go miles out of your way. Joking aside I like this car, the proper climate controls at last, good on you Renault. The point about the MG is valid though. My car was at the dealers for a service yesterday and while I waited I had a wander around an Enyaq, I got in the front and right away you could feel the higher floor, even more so in the rear seats so the SUV style makes total sense as you mention Nicola. Thanks for sharing.

[@_B.M_]

Total sacrilege that this is going to be the only Megane now. RIP the Renault Sport Megane - one of the best hot hatches ever!

[@80y3r9]

Hm you think there won't be a 4wd version with sport written on it? Because if you had a 2.0l Clio that only took premium range clearly wasn't your priority already

[@CakeFine]

R5 EV is out soon ;)

[@bricktop7803]

Quite an excellent review. But again it is the elephant in the room...the MG4. Not the current Trophy model MG4, but the 400 HP all wheel drive sports model coming out this year......But then again, the answer to that baby is the Renault 5 relaunch as an EV....could get a tad interesting... I had the Megane E-Tech for a few hours and it was brilliant. Renault are killing it with design and build quality. Teh suspension was smooth over speed bumps and potholes and it is quite quick. I thought it would be my next car. Until I stepped back in to my current car, I then realised the Megane is a normal, low car. It is not an SUV and I do like to sit quite high.

[@andy18091]

word to the wise... having your charge point on your car at the front can be beneficial unless you have a front shunt - then you may not be able to charge your vehicle or you're the kind of person who likes to reverse into car park spaces.

[@Paris__]

A wonderful review by a superb motoring journalist who has taken all the essence of a car, and distilled it into what makes it great! Well done. I've ordered a top-spec Uk Iconic (with that essential heat pump). It was a straight choice between the Renault and the Tesla Model 3 (forget the id3/MG4......no contest! The 'sterile', boring and poorly made Tesla is now looking so dated, and the tech is so 'yesterday'. And on the 0-60 time.......the claim of 7.5 seconds, is actually 6.9 (the same as a Mini Cooper S)......how typically French, downplaying it. Unlike the over-exaggerating Italians 😂 . A brilliant touch going to the experts for the tech, Google, constantly updated.......well done Renault!

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

Yes Nicola but the MG-4e info-entertainment system is rubbish and came out of the Ark and in my opinion wants to go back there again, as its so fiddly to get to work as most drivers would agree. So expensive Renault Megane but maybe somewhat better suited to older drivers?

[@StarLuna973]

I’ve had my ID.3 for 15 months now and have never, not even once, had any issues with the infotainment screen! It respondes immediately and even though I’ve heard so many people complain about the volume/heater slider switch, I’ve never used it! The voice command works every time, but I don’t use that very often. Why? Because the volume control button is on the steering wheel and the temperature, heated seat and heated steering wheel control is on the Home Screen so easily accessible.

[@kingphiltheill]

It's so sad that Renault doesn't have a proper replacement for my Talisman Grandtour. The lease is ending and I have to go Tesla Model Y because the Megane is too small for a family of four and the Skoda Eniaq is just not available.

[@garnray8568]

Confusing ? I really don't think so.... It's one formidable car. Saw one the other day, it's such a stunningly beautiful car, insanely pretty.

[@user-cy6vg7ji3i]

Current have a top spec Austral Hybrid and thoroughly enjoy driving it. Only downside is the automatic gearbox. Definitely considering the Mégane e-tech when we're due to renew. Great looking car.

[@TfRsmokinmasta]

Nice car....not something i thought i wouold saying about about a Renault. Liking Nicola presenting too. Really Liking her upbeat style and cheeky way.

[@colingoode3702]

Nice looking car but I agree the biggest problem it has is its price & the MG4. I'm seriously considering an MG4 as a 2nd car to replace an SUV or my estate car.

[@phenixdev7276]

Terrible idea

[@famengholm]

Very nice and relaxed review and I quite agree... ALWAYS thank when someone is helping you in traffic!

[@baronsilverbaron757]

I live in France and have ordered a Tesla Y at E48000 which is cheaper than all of its rivals.. The Ariya (your Car of the Year) is far too expensive and not very efficient. The Ariya and Renault charge ports are in the wrong place and cannot easily take advantage of Tesla opening up its superchargers in France. I see plenty of Teslas in France but to date I've never seen an Ariya.

[@MrFatknacker]

Great review of an excellent car, but this whole labelling every car as an SUV (and don’t get me started on this Crossover nonsense 😡) is getting wildly out of control - next thing the original Austin Mini will be relabelled as an SUV 😳 This car is a 5-door hatchback and let’s move on people … 🙂 NB: Smart EQ has a great indicator sound 👍

[@David_Polak]

I forgive her on this occasion, as the shape of this model really gives the impression that it is a big, fat car, in other words, an SUV. It's quite deceiving. No one will believe you that this car is about the size of a Renault Zoë.

[@TheHutchRuns]

Great review Nicola but when are you giving MC Hammer his pants back? 🤣

[@SD-cs1ti]

Much more interesting than this hearse ID3

[@ram64man]

I wish the tour lining wasn’t so sark it makes it feel claustrophobic , whoever thought the moving break pedal was a good idea. Ed’s there head examined it’s horrible, you shouldn’t have to guess where and how much pressure to use ,and please add a larger battery version soon even the Id offers 77kwh

[@rg6982]

4:59 Spot on Nicola, cannot stand drivers that don't thank you 😒

[@andybeattie8585]

Any problem with the alarm going off when you exit the car ?

[@AngryBritain]

That is a great looking and reasonably priced EV. Tempted by this ...

[@kroberts7576]

on some you tube videos you hear a whine like a turbo on initial acceleration which sound quite good. Does this happen on yrs

[@taqveem]

Do the suspension ball joints and arms need replacing every couple of years like every other Renault?

[@GeorgeThoughts]

... having paid 700 quid last year to get my 2016 Zoe's suspension ball and arm totally replaced because it collapsed... I feel called out by this comment haha! I thought it was the weight of the car plus my very pothole ridden commute. Didn't know it was a "feature" of Renaults... On the bright side I hear this Megane is lighter than a Zoe despite being larger so maybe that will help the suspension...

[@taqveem]

​​​@@GeorgeThoughts i have owned a Clio before the Zoe and it was the same issue having spent many hundreds and even thousands on suspension components. Seems to be due to the cheap thinner metal and poor quality rubber used. I'm currently forking out a couple of thousand to get the suspension fixed on my Zoe as we speak 😭. It's one of the major reasons putting me off buying another Renault. Twice bitten, thrice shy in my case. ☹️

[@GeorgeThoughts]

@@taqveem here's the problem though, I saw a thread on Reddit asking "Which is the worst car brand?" And honestly EVERY car brand was mentioned either specifically or with "all french/German/US" cars... All in all, it told me that no car is perfect tbh. A car is simply a money sink that requires maintenance 😓

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. Better quality than the Volkswagen Golf. Will be a popular choice 😊

[@woocoheed]

Nicola should have punted the non-thanker😅

[@XzzVttll]

you can change the sound of the indicator :)

[@iDanielTech]

Fantastic video but quick heads up on the Google software car comment you might wanna check what Apple announced in there June WWDC event regarding car software and Apple car play working with car manufacturers instead of side loading it on.

[@Lando-kx6so]

It looks a bit like a crossover b/c of the big wheels & the cladding bits but otherwise it's very much a compact family hatchback & is about the same height as the MG4 & acutally lower than the ID.3

[@edermartinez3619]

Beautiful, and i am not talking about the megane 😍

[@marcbungener1877]

Loved your short yet comprehensive review. The only thing that bugs me with this car is that probably due to the semiconductors shortage they do not offer a HUD (the prototype I had seen at the Geneva auto salon had one). For me a shot stopper which is also why I will never buy a Tesla.

[@dashcam2417]

As a thought, I would like to see a review of an electric SUV being used as a towing vehicle ???

[@KrazyKoyk]

Excellent review! And very easy on the eye.... the car I mean.

[@martingardener90]

When you mentioned the steering wheel shape I thought you were going to say Allegro! ( You're probably too young to remember )

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

Interesting report in today's The Times (November 4) re electric autos and falling sales due to their high cost in these difficult economic times.

[@lanbishop25]

Can't sell cars if they don't make them. Most cars orders are at least 1 year

[@elyasghafouri8798]

I verry enjoy to watch video Thank's a lot and always wish good luck

[@dariuszciesielski5104]

Nice review !

[@artus198]

Look forward to the days when battery density increases dramatically, which means smaller batteries in electric cars !

[@didierpuzenat7280]

Why, do you feel this Megane lackes space for passengers ?

[@davidjewood]

I’m liking this 👍🏻

[@habibchoueifaty8470]

Always enjoying your reviews. Thank you and cheers!

[@mcgoogle4812]

Im just going to say it... do you come with the car.....

[@Glyn14Emerson]

Great review! (What are you wearing 😱 🙂) (Rude I know, but those 👖)

[@yudhabagaskara98]

The squared steering wheel is dreadful

[@WendyWilliams-wu5nx]

Eco mode, are you mad...Sport mode all the way

[@oliverstemp9132]

The Megane is not as big inside as the Born/ID3, even the Renault Captur is bigger than the Megane inside.

[@michaelh4484]

Vote 1 for good sounding indicators :-)

[@naferemix]

Renault have never looked better. Shame they forgot about comfort in the process. Also, what on earth are those DRLs? 🤢

[@MrGMawson2438]

Great video love an yes the MG4 is a great car for the money

[@anton3682]

Lovely

[@wayneheyes904]

Nice but seriously overpriced As of yesterday I’ve basically found out I will be priced off the road when I need to hand my current car back because the monthly payments are way to expensive now

[@rg6982]

Beautiful Mercedes! I mean Renault! 😂

[@elliotedge4307]

Looking gud

[@Holidayideas4u]

What’s with them trousers? 😂

[@brianhume4743]

Better than your flares

[@Holidayideas4u]

@@brianhume4743 Gimp

[@sasicuomo3973]

Renault favolosa❤️❤️🔝

[@leeandjancruise]

People thinking about buying an EV should watch the 'What Car' review on KZbin about new ICE cars verses EVs, be prepared for the truth.

[@ManCave1972]

The Mom Pants review.

[@chassri]

Your knees are at your what😮😮

[@revolutions88]

I'd rather have Nicola

[@georgegillett6059]

Just like the Late Brake Show and the MG5... idiot drivers make an appearance 😅 love that Mégane, an electric car that feels and looks different from the crowd!

[@detaart]

There is absolutely no excuse for FWD in an EV.

[@oliverstemp9132]

You get a bigger boot in a smaller car

[@detaart]

@@oliverstemp9132 Nope. The size of the electric motor is about the size of a differential in a normal RWD car. The actual correct answer is that they don't have to retool their assembly lines.

[@oliverstemp9132]

@@detaart it doesn’t really matter that much anyway

[@detaart]

@@oliverstemp9132 Maybe not to you, but i don't enjoy spinning the wheels al the time in the wet.

[@oliverstemp9132]

@@detaart be a better driver

[@sbabyskid-bx2xk]

Jesus that’s ugly especially when compared to the new 308

[@garnray8568]

Ugly ? You have brain issues, pal.

[@Grandinfotainment]

❤❤❤

[@Neil2022]

Why are you wearing grandads gardening pants? 😅

[@dodgywheelsandropeywiring5697]

I loathe SUV's, women make 80% of all purchasing decisions, just saying... (stop buying ugly vans girls, buy your husband an F-type).

[@nigelmitchell5726]

Gosh Nicola your busy 💖

[@darrencox150]

£36k! What joke. Who would pay that?

[@johnmoore2342]

Least interesting video for a while. Grey car, grey interior, grey clothes. Grey, grey grey, everything just very grey.

[@paullacey2999]

Hmm.Another big box on wheels that costs a fortune.No Thanks...

[@ivorverybigone2211]

What a disaster, Renault has increased the asking price of the base model by over 50%. Only a mug would pay this amount for a Megane

[@henrylkefi3640]

""THE ONLY PRBLM OF MEGANE IS THE MG" .........THIS IS HOW ENGLISH PROMOTE FOR THEIR CARSS !!!!

[@peterbratu]

Front wheel drive. No, thanks.

[@itechtalk03]

Alright moody.

[@Brebgon]

Wow this car is ugly

[@garnray8568]

your wife is

[@03085716]

Nice trousers

[@colindakers113]

“Are SITTING in the back”… NOT “sat in the back”. Sick of “car reviewers” that no nothing about cars and then to top it off, cant even speak properly.

[@martingardener90]

Or can't spell know - or don't know where the apostrophe goes in the word cant!