Versatile and sporty new high tech flagship for all-new Megane Range of cars.

• GT dCi 165 Auto EDC is now available as a hatchback or Sport Tourer estate priced from £27,740
• High-tech, high performance diesel engine joins the 205hp petrol engine GT version
• New twin-turbo engine is the most powerful 1.6-litre diesel available on the market today with power and torque output of 165hp and 380Nm respectively
• Developed and engineered by Renault Sport
• 4Control chassis with unique-in-class four-wheel steering

The All-New Renault Mégane has gained a versatile and sporty new flagship with the launch of the GT dCi 165 Auto EDC. Available in both hatchback and Sport Tourer bodystyles, the new twin-turbo engine is the most powerful 1.6-litre diesel available on the market today with power and torque output of 165hp and 380Nm respectively.

The latest addition to the GT range, developed and engineered by Renault Sport, the GT dCi 165 Auto EDC is ideal for drivers who like to access torque at low revs for enjoyable performance in all conditions. It is mated to Renault’s sophisticated, smooth-shifting six-speed Efficient Dual-Clutch (EDC) gearbox.

The GT dCi 165 Auto EDC is capable of 0-62mph in 8.8 seconds with a top speed of 133mph, yet still returns NEDC combined-cycle fuel consumption of 61.4mpg and CO2 of 120g/km. The figures for the Sport Tourer are 8.9sec, 133mph, 61.4mpg and 124g/km respectively.

Renault Sport-developed technology

The GT dCi 165 Auto EDC’s performance enables drivers to make the most of its Renault Sport-developed suspension and 4Control chassis with four-wheel steering for a safe, yet dynamic experience on twisty roads.

At speeds of less than 50mph in Sport mode and 37mph in other modes the front and rear wheels turn in opposite directions, by up to 2.7 degrees at the back, giving the GT the manoeuvrability of a shorter-wheelbase vehicle. At higher speeds the front and rear wheels steer in the same direction, turning by up to 1 degree at the back, for greater stability. 4Control calculates the angle of the rear wheels 100 times a second and adjusts them as necessary.

Ride comfort and handling has been enhanced thanks to specific springs, dampers and anti-roll bar settings by Renault Sport.

Sporty looks

Exterior and interior enhancements give the GT a more sporty and dynamic appearance. At the front, a wider lower air intake with a honeycomb-pattern mesh is flanked by lateral scoops. Dark metal, diamond cut 18-inch alloy wheels and door mirror housings match the finish on the front air scoops and rear diffuser. Iron Blue metallic body colour is exclusive to the GT & GT Line range at £645.

Inside, the GT’s sports front seats feature additional lateral support to the base and backrest and integral headrests, blue top-stitching and a chequered logo. The upholstery options – in fabric or Alcantara – provide hints of blue, whilst the steering wheel is leather.  The GT features an auto-dimming rearview mirror and chrome door sill plates with the Renaultsport logo.

Safety

The use of the Alliance CMF platform to manufacture the All-New Renault Mégane means a range of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are available to improve safety. Standard equipment for the GT Nav includes the Visio system (lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, automatic high/low beam), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with traction and understeer control, ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Hill Start Assist (HSA), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), speed limiter, and automatic headlights and windscreen wipers.

Premium equipment

The All-New Mégane gives customers a level of specification and equipment usually expected in the class above. In the case of the GT, this includes a hands-free keycard, automatic Dual Zone climate control, full LED headlights and a rear parking camera with front & rear parking sensors. For comfort, the driver’s seat adjusts for height and lumbar support and the steering wheel adjusts for rake and reach.

The R-LINK2 multimedia system features an 8.7-inch portrait display which is highly responsive and can be operated with pinch and zoom movements, just like a smartphone or tablet. It gives access to TomTom® LIVE services with Western EU mapping, DAB/ FM/AM tuner, Bluetooth® audio streaming and vehicle apps.

The Multi-Sense system is another technology from the segment above, allowing owners to personalise the driving experience using technology first introduced on Renault’s D-segment models. Multi-Sense can be used to modify the throttle pedal and engine response, engine sound, steering weight, the speed of the Auto EDC gear changes, TFT instrument display design and interior lighting ambience through a choice of five colours.

Peace of mind

All versions provide the peace of mind of Renault’s 4+ warranty and assistance package. The car is protected by Renault for four years or 100,000 miles (first two years have no mileage limit). In the event of a breakdown, Renault provides emergency roadside repairs or towing to the nearest dealer 24/7 every day of the year, plus three years’ European cover. There is also a three-year paint warranty and 12 years’ cover against corrosion.

Servicing is required once a year or every 18,000 miles.

Manufacturing

Built at the Palencia plant in Spain alongside the Kadjar, the Mégane uses the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s versatile new Common Module Family (CMF) architecture, which is used on the Espace, Talisman and Kadjar. The platform allows a wide range of cars of different sizes to be created using a variety of modules consisting of out-of-view parts, and is based around five available modules: cockpit, engine bay, front underbody, rear underbody and electronic architecture.

The factory is a success story for Renault with an increase in workforce from 1,900 to 4,200 in the past two years. A third shift has been re-introduced, output has more than doubled from 600 cars a day to 1,350 and in 2016 the plant produced more than 300,000 cars.

The All-New Mégane bodies are made in a new fully automated assembly shop, equipped more than 350 new robots. A new paint facility, resulting from the Alliance’s collaboration with Daimler, includes a light booth which can identify the most minute colour differences between panels painted on-site or brought in from suppliers.

The All-New Mégane was subjected to a painstaking development process followed by a series of tests in extreme conditions to ensure its reliability and durability. It underwent 710,000 kilometres (450,000 miles) of testing on Renault’s punishing tracks – the equivalent of 2.1 million kilometres (almost 1.2 million miles) of real-world use. Twenty-five prototypes covered more than 1.2 million kilometres (750,000 miles) each to identify any possible problems.

Technical Information

Mégane	MPG (NEDC Comb)	CO2 (g/km)	BIK (band %)	VED (band)	Price (OTR)
GT Nav dCi 165 Auto EDC	61.4	120	26%	D	£27,740
GT Nav dCi 165 Auto EDC Sport Tourer	60.1	124	26%	D	£29,040

Ownership Information & Pricing

Mégane GT Option Pricing

Pack	Price
Metallic Paint	£545
Renault i.d. Metallic Paint	£645
Panoramic sunroof	£500
Emergency spare wheel	£100
Hands-Free parking	£350
Safety Pack Premium: Adaptive cruise control, Distance warning and AEBS	£400
Alcantara upholstery: Two-tone blue and carbon grey alcantara upholstery	£1,200
BOSE Sound system: 7 speakers with a digital amplifier + 1 Subwoofer	£600
Parking Pack Premium (Sport Tourer only): Hands Free Parking, 360 degree parking sensors and Blind spot warning	£500

USA - Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing on the 2017 Subaru BRZ line

• Improved performance and handling across model line
• New Performance Package
• 500-unit limited edition Series.Yellow model priced at $29,695
• Updated interior styling and features

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing on the 2017 BRZ line. The 2017 BRZ models will arrive into retailers in September 2016.

A comprehensive update to the 2017 BRZ includes improved handling, increased performance, more aggressive styling and new convenience features. 

These enhancements continue the company’s original mission of offering enthusiasts a pure sports car with an unmatched driving experience. Priced from $25,495, the 2017 BRZ Premium trim model increases just $100 from previous model year.

The BRZ, known for its ultra-low center of gravity and precision handling, offers several updates to increase its performance on the track and the open road.  

For improved responsiveness, stability and comfort, BRZ adds updated coil springs and dampers as well as a larger rear stabilizer bar.  Additional reinforcements added to the chassis are behind the strut tower braces, and to the transmission cross-member plate and rear wheel housings to increase rigidity.  

The stability control system thresholds are raised to allow the driver to experience more of the car’s improved handling, and in “Sport” mode the results were dramatic enough for Subaru to change the name of “Sport” mode to “Track”.     

A new aluminum intake manifold and redesigned exhaust manifold increase air flow, upping the engine output in models with the 6-speed manual transmission to 205-hp and 156 lb-ft of torque.  Also, a lower final drive ratio from 4.1 to 4.3:1 paired with the standard Torsen^® limited-slip differential, improves acceleration on models with the manual transmission.   

In addition to LED headlights and rear combination lights and Daytime Running Lights, all trims receive Incline Start Assist that holds the vehicle momentarily in position while the driver accelerates to prevent roll back on an incline. Also new to BRZ are steering wheel control switches for audio, cruise control and Bluetooth^®.

A new aluminum rear spoiler in matching body color and black finish is now standard on all lines. The new pedestal design improves the vehicle’s downforce, which in turn improves stability and control. The Premium and Limited models receive a new 10-spoke, 17-in aluminum alloy wheel with a high-contrast black and machined finish.   

Performance Package

Subaru now offers a Performance Package for drivers who demand even more from a sports car. The Performance Package is available on the Limited trim with the manual transmission. The brake system is upgraded to Brembo^® four-piston calipers and rotors on the front and dual-piston calipers and rotors on the rear. 

SACHS^® Performance shock absorbers are added to all four corners for improved ride and corning stability. Also included in the package are unique 17-in x 7.5-in black aluminum alloy wheels. The BRZ Performance Package is well-priced at just $1,195.

Two Trim Levels: Premium and Limited

Subaru offers the 2017 BRZ in Premium and Limited trims. The Subaru tradition of outstanding value is evident in both trim levels with their long list of standard amenities. Key among these is a comprehensive infotainment configuration anchored by the SUBARU STARLINK^™ 6.2” Multimedia System that includes 6.2-in. high resolution multi-function touch screen display, AM/FM stereo and HD Radio^®, Single-disc in-dash CD player with 8 speakers. 

Standard SUBARU STARLINK offers smartphone integration with Pandora^®, Aha^®, iHeart^® Radio and Stitcher^™, Bluetooth^® hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming. Also included are SiriusXM^® Satellite Radio (subscription required) and a rear -vision camera.

The $27,645 Subaru BRZ Limited offers additional comfort and amenities including LED fog lights and standard heated front seats and exterior mirrors, Keyless Entry and Push Button Start. 

Inside, the seats are upholstered with Alcantara inserts, leather bolsters and attractive red stitching. New on Limited trims is a 4.2-in LCD multi-function display positioned next to the tachometer. This driver information readout provides access to vehicle performance including lateral Gs, accelerator pedal position, braking force, steering angle, oil and water temperature, and battery voltage as well as an integrated stop watch for recording lap times.

Paddle-shift control switches are standard on BRZ Limited with automatic transmission priced at $28,745.

500-unit Limited Edition Series.Yellow

Based on the Limited trim equipped with the new Performance Package, Series.Yellow is immediately recognizable by a striking yellow exterior, black badging and exterior mirrors as well as 17-in x 7.5-in black aluminum alloy wheels. 

The brake system has been upgraded to Brembo^® four-piston calipers and rotors on the front and dual-piston calipers and rotors on the rear. SACHS^® Performance shock absorbers have been added to all four wheels for advanced handling and steering stability. 

The Series.Yellow offers black leather and Alcantara upholstery with yellow stitching throughout the interior including seats, door and dash panels, steering wheel, knee pads and shifter boot.  

The front seatbacks are also embroidered with a yellow BRZ logo.  The final touch for this model is the carpeted floor mats with yellow stitching and a silver embroidered BRZ logo. Series.Yellow models are priced at $29,695.

The 2017 BRZ Premium and Limited models will begin arriving at retailers in September while Performance Package-equipped and Series.Yellow will arrive at retailers early 2017.  

2017 SUBARU BRZ
Model/Trim	Transmission	Applicable Option Code	MSRP	MSRP + destination and delivery ($820)
2.0 Premium	6MT	01	$25,495	$26,315
2.0 Limited	6MT	01, 02	$27,645	$28,465
2.0 Limited	6AT	01	$28,745	$29,565
2.0 Series.Yellow	6MT	03	$29,695	$30,515

2017 SUBARU BRZ OPTION PACKAGES
CODE 01      Standard Model – BRZ Premium, BRZ Limited		N/A
CODE 02      Performance Package		$1,195
CODE 03     Standard Model- BRZ Series.Yellow		N/A

Destination & Delivery is $820 and may vary in the following states: CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI and VT. D&D is $970 for dealers in Alaska.  

USA - Subaru launches a Limited Edition 2017 Model Year Series Yellow BRZ Sports Coupe.

• Limited production of 500 units –Available 2017
• Exclusive yellow exterior colour
• Unique yellow interior accents
• Brembo performance brake system
• SACHS performance shocks 

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced the 2017 BRZ Series.Yellow, the most exciting BRZ to date with its striking colour and performance upgrades. The special edition, limited to only 500 cars, will debut today at Wicked Big Meet in Stafford Springs, CT.

The Series.Yellow is easily recognisable by its brilliant yellow exterior, unique black alloy wheels, black BRZ and SUBARU badging, and black foldable exterior mirrors.  Based on the 2017 Limited model equipped with the new Performance Package, the Series.Yellow enhances a driver’s experience with superior stopping power and control. 

The brake system has been upgraded to Brembo^® four-piston calipers and rotors on the front and dual-piston calipers and rotors on the rear.  This advanced system gives the yellow sports coupe a significant boost in stopping power, fade resistance, and pedal feel.

  

SACHS^® Performance shock absorbers have been added to all four wheels for advanced handling and steering stability.  Also the special edition comes equipped with 17-in x 7.5-in black aluminium alloy wheels. 

The Series.Yellow offers black leather and Alcantara upholstery with contrasting yellow stitching throughout the interior including seats, door and dash panels, steering wheel, knee pads and shifter boot.  

The front seat backs are also embroidered with a yellow BRZ logo.  The final touch for this model is the carpeted floor mats with yellow stitching and a silver embroidered BRZ logo.

Performance

The BRZ, known for its ultra-low centre of gravity and precision handling, offers several updates for 2017 to increase performance on the track and open roads.  

For improved responsiveness, BRZ receives updated coil springs and a larger rear stabiliser bar and the Series.Yellow gains the additional upgrade of SACHS Performance shock absorbers.  

Reinforcements to the chassis were added to the strut tower braces, transmission cross-member plate and the rear wheel housings to increase rigidity.  The stability control system has been updated to allow the driver to experience more of BRZ’s handling prowess. 

The results are dramatic enough for Subaru to change the name of “Sport” mode to “Track”.   

The BRZ Series.Yellow comes standard with the 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER engine and 6-speed manual transmission.  Enhanced for 2017, BRZ’s horizontally-opposed engine receives several internal updates for friction reduction as well as a new aluminium intake manifold and redesigned exhaust manifold.  

These combined improvements boost the engine output to 205-hp and 156 lb-ft of torque.  Also, a lower final drive ratio from 4.1 to 4.3:1, paired with the standard Torsen^® limited-slip differential, improves acceleration. 

Exterior Updates

For 2017, the BRZ front bumper cover has been redesigned for a widened appearance and positioned lower for improved aerodynamics, control, and stability.  

The sport coupe’s headlights are upgraded to “kono-ji” style LED with Daytime Running Lights (DRL).  

The turn signal and position light have been integrated into the new headlight for a clean design that completes the refined front fascia.  New LED fog lights allow greater nighttime visibility and are standard on the Series.Yellow.  The updated fender garnish matches the body colour but with a black insert that accentuates it in profile.  

All 2017 BRZ models receive a pedestal-style aluminium rear spoiler in matching body colour and black finish.  The new design improves the vehicle’s down force, which in turn improves stability and control.  As with the headlights, the rear combination lights have been updated to full-LED for better visibility and energy efficiency. 

Interior Updates

Standard for the special edition is a 4.2-in LCD multifunction display positioned to the right of the prominent tachometer.  

This driver information readout provides access to vehicle performance including lateral Gs, accelerator pedal position, braking force, steering angle, oil and water temperature, and battery voltage as well as an integrated stop watch for recording lap times.  

The redesigned leather-wrapped steering wheel has a firmer, sportier feel along with new audio controls and multifunction display switches for greater control and convenience while driving. 

All 2017 BRZ models come standard with the SUBARU STARLINK^™ 6.2” Multimedia System that includes a comprehensive list of features:

• 6.2-in. high resolution multi-function touch screen display
• AM/FM stereo and HD Radio^®
• Single-disc in-dash CD player with 8 speakers
• Subaru STARLINK smartphone integration with Pandora^® and Aha^®  
• Subaru STARLINK apps including iHeart^® Radio and Stitcher^™
• Bluetooth^® hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming
• SiriusXM^® Satellite Radio
• Rear vision camera

Also standard on this model is a dual-zone automatic climate control, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, and front door courtesy lights.  

The BRZ Series.Yellow makes its first public appearance at one of the country’s largest Subaru enthusiast festivals, Wicked Big Meet, which is held at Stafford Motor Speedway in Stafford Springs, CT on June 12^th.  The Series.Yellow will arrive at retailers in 2017.