The last ever third generation Megane Sport Cup-S has been produced and is for sale in Scotland.

• Last ever third generation Renault Sport Mégane now on sale at Arnold Clark Renault Dundee
• Final model of iconic hot hatch rolled off Palencia production line on 6^th July
• Final car is a Renault Sport Mégane 275 Cup-S is finished in Liquid Yellow with numerous desirable optional extras
• Over 30,000 third generation Renault Sport Méganes produced

The last ever produced third generation Renault Mégane Renault Sport has rolled off the production line in Palencia, Spain and is now on sale in the UK at Arnold Clark Renault Dundee.

The final Mégane Renault Sport is a right-hand-drive 275 Cup-S finished in Renault Sport’s trademark Liquid Yellow metallic paint and receives options such as, 19-inch Speedline alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres and Öhlins Road&Track adjustable dampers. 

To the inside, this piece of Renault Sport history gets an Alcantara steering wheel, gear lever and hand brake, Recaro Seats, Handsfree keycard, Renault Sport Monitor V2 on-board performance tracking and R-Link multimedia system including satellite navigation.

This is in addition to the standard Cup-S specification such as the uprated Cup chassis and PerfoHub double-axis front suspension. The Cup Chassis Pack with mechanical limited-slip differential, red Brembo four-pot brake calipers, firmer springs and dampers and a stiffer anti-roll bar all make it ideal for circuit use. Inside, the 275 Cup-S is fitted with a Renault Sport analogue rev counter and speedometer, drilled aluminium pedals and the three-mode Renaultsport Dynamic Management system.

The 275 Cup-S is powered by the same 2.0-litre, 275hp turbocharged petrol engine as the limited-edition 275 Trophy-R which, in June 2014, shattered the lap record for a front-wheel-drive production car around the 13-mile Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 7 minutes 54.36 seconds. Acceleration from 0-62mph is attainable in 6.0 seconds and the top speed is 158mph.

David Munton, Arnold Clark Renault Franchise Manager, said: “It’s great to have the final third generation Mégane Renault Sport to ever be produced in our showroom – it looks sensational in Liquid Yellow and the optional Öhlins dampers and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres are sure to be thrilling to drive on road or on track. As a long-time Renault Dealer, we know first-hand that Renault Sport fans are passionate about the brand, so we doubt this special Mégane Renault Sport 275 Cup-S will stay in the showroom for very long.”

Jeremy Townsend, Communications Director, Renault UK said: “The Mégane Renault Sport has proved popular with critics and owners alike since launch for its focused nature and involving driving experience. The UK is one of the biggest markets in the world for Renault Sport models so it’s fitting that the last ever third generation Mégane Renault Sport should end up here.”

Having first gone on sale in the UK in 2009 as the Mégane Renault Sport 250, the third generation Mégane’s power has been boosted twice – to 265bhp in 2012 and finally up to 275bhp in 2015. From the 250 to the hardcore 275 Trophy-R to the latest 275 Cup-S , over 30,000 of the third generation Mégane Renault Sport have found homes in over 30 different countries across Europe, Australasia and the Pacific.

History of the Renault Sport Mégane

2003	Mégane Renault Sport 225 debuts at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
2004	Mégane Renault Sport 225 goes on sale in UK.
2005	Mégane Renault Sport 225 Trophy unveiled at Geneva Motor Show.
2005	Mégane Renault Sport 225 Cup launched – includes mechanical updates from Mégane Renault Sport 225 Trophy.
2005	Mégane Renault Sport 225 ‘Renault F1 Team’ launched to celebrate Renault F1 and Fernando Alonso’s constructor and driver’s world championship wins at the end of 2005.
2006	Mégane Renault Sport 230 ‘F1 Team R26’ launched to commemorate Renault F1 and Fernando Alonso winning back-to-back constructor and driver’s world championships in the ‘R26’ F1 car. The engine received a 5bhp boost to take it to 230hp.
2007	Mégane Renault Sport dCi 175 launched at Geneva Motor Show – the first ever diesel Renault Sport.
2008	Mégane Renault Sport R26.R launched by setting a new Nürburgring Nordschleife record for a front-wheel drive production car of 8 minutes 17 seconds. The ‘.R’ stood for radicale, French for extreme. The car was 123kg lighter than a 230 F1 Team R26.
2009	Third generation Mégane Renault Sport 250 makes its dynamic debut at the Monaco Grand Prix, launched in the UK later that year with two different chassis – Sport for everyday driving and Cup for more track-focussed thrills.
2011	Mégane Renault Sport 265 Trophy launched – Renault’s fastest road car yet, going from 0-62mph in 6.0 seconds. Renault beats its own front-wheel drive Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record with a time of 8:07.97.
2012	Mégane Renault Sport 265 launched.
2013	Mégane Renault Sport Red Bull Racing RB8 unveiled to celebrate Red Bull’s three F1 constructors’ championships with Renault as their engine supplier. 30 units came to the UK.
2014	Mégane Renault Sport 275 Trophy-R unveiled – an extreme car aimed at trackday enthusiasts. Renault once again beat their own Nürburgring Nordschleife FWD lap record with a time of 7:54:36. 30 examples were made for the UK.
2015	Mégane Renault Sport’s power increased from 265bhp to 275bhp with the introduction of the 275 Nav and 275 Cup-S to the UK, priced from £23,935.
2016	The final third generation Mégane Renault Sport rolls off the production line in Palencia. The 275 Cup-S is destined for the UK market.

The fourth generation All-New Mégane went on sale in the UK this summer with the range topped by a GT 205 Nav version that has been engineered by Renault Sport – complete with 4Control four-wheel-steering, EDC transmission and all-in-one sports seats. An announcement on a fourth generation Mégane Renault Sport will be made in the future.   

The full specification of the vehicle for sale is:

Renault Mégane Renault Sport 275 Cup-S	£23,935
Liquid Yellow Renault i.d. metallic paint	£1,300
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres	£1,000
19" STEEV Speedline gloss black / red rim alloy wheels	£1,000
Alcantara finish (steering wheel, gear lever and hand brake)	£300
Öhlins adjustable Road&Track dampers	£2,000
Recaro Seats with Carbon Grey leather upholstery	£1,300
Handsfree keycard	£250
Carminat TomTom® LIVE 3-year subscription	£150
R-LINK Multimedia system including 7-inch touchscreen	£400
Renault Sport Monitor V2 on board performance tracking	£295
Total On-The-Road Manufacturer Recommended Retail Price	£31,930

Renault launches two new Renaultsport Megane models for the 2016 Model Year.

• Two new Mégane Renaultsport versions for 2016 model year
• New 275 Cup-S offers high-end performance at entry-level price
• 275 Nav replaces the 265 – 10hp more with no price increase
• Both powered by an EU6-compliant 2.0-litre 275hp turbo engine
• 275 Cup-S has upgraded ‘Cup’ chassis with LSD as standard
• Wide range of performance-enhancing options available
• Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S priced at £23,935
• Mégane Renaultsport 275 Nav priced at £25,935
• Both available to order now with deliveries starting in November

Hot hatch enthusiasts can now enjoy all the thrills of the multi-award-winning, high-performance Mégane Renaultsport at a more affordable price with the introduction of the new 275 Cup-S.  It is on sale immediately priced at £23,935. 

The Mégane Renaultsport line-up also sees another new version – the 275 Nav – that replaces the outgoing 265.  As the name suggests it has 10hp more than the model it replaces.  It comes with a more luxurious level of specification and is priced at £25,935.

Both new Mégane Renaultsport versions are powered by the same 2.0-litre, 275hp turbocharged petrol engine as the limited-edition 275 Trophy-R which, in June 2014, shattered the lap record for a front-wheel-drive production car around the 13-mile Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 7 minutes 54.36 seconds.

Following in the footsteps of previous Renaultsport models to carry the ‘Cup’ moniker, the 275 Cup-S features the uprated Cup chassis as standard whilst sporting a lower price tag than the 275 Nav in exchange for some of its sibling’s higher specification items. 

Owners who wish to sharpen the car’s responses to an even higher level, and particularly for track use, can specify a series of components developed between Renaultsport and world-renowned performance specialists.  

The Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S

The heart of any high-performance car is its engine, which in this case is a Renaultsport-developed 2.0-litre turbocharged unit.  In normal mode it develops 250hp at 5,500rpm for comfortable everyday performance driving, but through the Renaultsport Dynamic Management system this can be increased to 275hp for truly scintillating response. 

At the same time there is maximum torque of 360Nm, available across a broad rev band from 3,000 to 5,000rpm. The gearbox is a slick-shifting six-speed manual with ratios chosen to maximise the dynamic performance of the engine. 

Acceleration from 0-62mph is attainable in 6.0 seconds and the top speed is 158mph. Yet this EU6-compliant powerhouse also addresses today’s concerns about fuel efficiency and emissions. With the aid of the Stop&Start engine cut-off system it has an NEDC combined fuel economy of 37.7mpg, with CO₂emissions of 174g/km.

   

The Renaultsport Dynamic Management system which gives access to the full 275hp has three modes linked to the Electronic Stability Control (ESC). In Normal mode the car develops 250hp and has standard throttle mapping with the ESC fully on. 

Sport mode raises the power to 275hp and has sport throttle mapping and later ESC intervention. Race mode also delivers 275hp with sport throttle mapping, but switches off the ESC completely.

The focused and finely-honed nature of the Mégane Renaultsport models continues to be evident in the PerfoHub double-axis front suspension, which sets them apart from the rest of the Mégane range. 

This has been engineered to overcome the drawbacks commonly associated with powerful front-wheel-drive cars, such as self-steering input through tight corners and poor straight-line stability. 

The 275 Cup-S also has the proven Cup Chassis Pack with mechanical limited-slip differential, red paint on the Brembo four-pot brake calipers, firmer springs and dampers and a stiffer anti-roll bar, making it ideal for circuit use.   

The 275 Cup-S can be supplemented with a number of options developed in conjunction with performance component specialists to further hone performance and enjoyment as follows:

Öhlins Road & Track adjustable dampers

Representing an evolution of technology employed in motorsport and on the Mégane N4 rally car, these allow drivers to adjust the damper settings for optimum performance in line with road conditions and driving style. 

First offered on the Mégane Renaultsport 275 Trophy and Trophy-R, the optional Öhlins adjustable dampers, unlike conventional models with rods, feature a sliding cartridge, a design feature that reduces the shear forces that can ‘block’ the moving rod.

They also use DFV (Dual Flow Valve) technology, a major innovation that functions on both rebound and compression. Their speed of operation, at both low and high frequencies, keeps the tyre in contact with the ground in almost all circumstances. 

In the event of heavy usage, the internal bleed valve maintains consistent damping quality even when the fluid heats up.

As requested by Renaultsport, the Öhlins Road & Track dampers are fitted with a hydraulic compression stop at the front. 

The PDS (Progressive Damping System) provides additional damping capacity at the end of the compression phase, when the car brakes hard or hits a bump.

The dampers are adjustable and, with 20 positions at the front and 30 at the rear, the car can adapt precisely to all types of surface and all driving styles. To help owners make the most of the Öhlins adjustable dampers, an online tutorial has been provided at the www.renaultsport.com website.

Akrapovič lightweight titanium exhaust system  

The renowned Slovenian manufacturer of exhaust systems for motorcycles and performance cars, has designed a bespoke titanium exhaust system that cuts 4kg from the vehicle weight and generates a more raucous, sporty note.

Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres

Road homologated yet ideal for circuit use this ultra-high performance tyre is fitted on many supercars and was first fitted to a front-wheel drive car as standard on the Mégane Renaultsport 275 Trophy-R.  

After testing at several tracks, a version of the tyre was jointly approved for the Mégane Renaultsport.  The Pilot Sport Cup 2 is designed to offer better grip, more precise steering, more consistent performance at high speeds as well as improved endurance and versatility. 

The specification of the Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S has been carefully chosen to provide everything the performance hatch enthusiast needs while ensuring the car is accessible to the greatest number of buyers.

There are Renaultsport extended wheel arches and side protection mouldings, the Renaultsport F1-style front blade and rear diffuser with gloss black sections and a Renaultsport extended rear spoiler, all of which improve aerodynamic performance and increase downforce. 

The door mirrors have gloss black shells and are electrically operated and heated and there are electric front windows. The 18-inch ‘Tibor’ alloys have a matt black finish and are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tyres.

19-inch alloy wheels are available instead of the standard 18-inch rims.  In keeping with Renaultsport’s policy of always offering the optimum handling set-up, different tyre and wheel combinations are available depending on wheel size and the suspension fitted to the vehicle.

Inside, the 275 Cup-S is fitted with logoed Renaultsport seats, a Renaultsport analogue rev counter and speedometer, drilled aluminium pedals, a leather Renaultsport steering wheel, the three-mode Renaultsport Dynamic Management system, air conditioning, a 4x20W radio and CD player with Bluetooth and an AUX input, keycard entry, cruise control, speed limiter and comes with the Renault Anti-Intruder Device, which automatically locks the doors above 6mph.

There is a range of options available on the 275 Cup-S and 275 Nav.  A full list is provided in the Options table below.  

  

The Mégane Renaultsport 275 Nav

The second model in the new Mégane Renaultsport line-up is the 275 Nav, which delivers identical performance to the 275 Cup-S from the same engine, but has a specification more suited to everyday road driving.

The 275 Nav is fitted with the standard ‘Sport’ chassis, which still provides a formidable degree of handling finesse and precision, but has more compliant suspension. Standard wheels are the 18-inch ‘Tibor’ alloy wheels with a satin anthracite finish and Dunlop Sport Maxx tyres whilst the Cup Chassis Pack is available as an option. 

The 275 Nav builds on the specification of the 275 Cup-S with additional standard features such as automatic lights and wipers, dual-zone climate control, hands-free keycard entry system, rear parking sensors with colour camera, extra tinted rear side windows and tailgate, a sunvisor with illumination, chrome Renaultsport door sill plates, a 4x35W sound system and the R-Link v2 multimedia and navigation system with live traffic updates.

A unique option on the 275 Nav is the Renaultsport Leather Pack with heated front seats, carbon grey Renaultsport leather upholstery, electrically adjustable driver's seat with memory function and adjustable lumber support.  Leather Recaros are an option on both the 275 Cup-S and the 275 Nav.

Both versions are available in standard Glacier White or six metallic colours: Arctic White, Diamond Black, Mercury Silver, Titanium Grey as well as the new Flame Red – first seen on the Clio – and the iconic Liquid Yellow. 

As with any Renault, the Mégane Renaultsports are covered by a four-year warranty which offers unlimited-mileage cover in the first two years and then two further years of protection up to 100,000 miles, plus four years’ European roadside assistance.

Servicing on the Mégane Renaultsport 275 versions is every 18,000 miles / 12 months.  Renault Service Plans are available for three years / 30,000 miles at £399 and four years / 40,000 miles at £599.  

MEGANE RENAULTSPORT TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Model	Power (hp @ rpm)	Torque (Nm @ rpm)	0-62mph (sec)	Top speed (mph)
Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S and 275 Nav	275 @ 5,500	360 @ 3,000-5,000	6.0	158

MEGANE RENAULTSPORT OWNERSHIP INFORMATION

Model	MPG	CO2(g/km)	BIK (band %)	VED (band)	Insurance group
Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S and 275 Nav	37.7	174	29%	H	40E

MEGANE RENAULTSPORT PRICING

Model	Price
Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S	£23,935
Mégane Renaultsport 275 Nav	£25,935

MEGANE RENAULTSPORT OPTIONS

EXTERIOR	275 Cup-S	275 Nav	PRICE
Alloy wheels - 19'' 'STEEV' Speedline in a diamond cut finish with Continental Sport Contact 5 tyres	m	m	£1,000
Alloy wheels - 19" 'STEEV' Speedline in gloss black / red rim with Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tyres	m	m	£1,000
Metallic paint	m	m	£525
Renault i.d paint: Arctic White/ Flame Red	m	m	£625
Renault i.d paint: Liquid Yellow	m	m	£1,300
COMFORT
Sunroof - fixed panoramic with sunblind	m	m	£460
Extra tinted windows (side rear & rear)	m	l	£200
Door mirrors – electrically operated, heated and folding	m	m	£150
Recaro seats: Carbon grey cloth & part-leather upholstery	−	m	£1,300
Recaro seats: Carbon grey leather upholstery	m	m	£1,300
Alcantara trim: steering wheel, gear gaiter & hand brake	m	−	£300
PERFORMANCE
Öhlins adjustable Road & Track dampers	m	−	£2,000
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres (N.B. requires 19” wheels & Öhlins dampers)	m	−	£1,000
Akrapovič titanium exhaust system	m	−	£2,500
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Rear parking camera with rear sensors	m	l	£350
Hands free keycard	m	l	£250
Emergency spare wheel	m	m	£95
TECHNOLOGY
RS Monitor v1 - on board performance tracking system (uses existing dash display)	m	−	£195
RS Monitor v2 - on board performance tracking system (larger colour screen – requires RLink system)	m	−	£295
R-Link v2 multimedia system including 7" touch screen, EU Mapping, App store (includes 12 mths TomTom LIVE services subscription)	m	l	£400
TomTom LIVE services 3 year subscription	m	m	£150
OPTION PACKS
Climate Pack - Automatic dual-zone climate control, Automatic headlights & wipers	m	l	£500
Leather Pack Renaultsport - Carbon grey Renaultsport leather upholstery with heated front seats, electrically adjustable driver's seat with memory function & adjustable lumbar support	−	m	£1,250
Cup Chassis Pack - 18" 'Tibor' alloys in matt black fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tyres, LSD, red brake callipers, uprated springs / dampers / anti-roll bar	l	m	£1,350

l = Standard.  m = Option.