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

The All-New Renault Megane, a massive step forward from the model it replaces.

• Dynamic, innovative and distinctive new five-door hatchback
• Available with a number of unique-in-class technologies
• Driving enjoyment, performance, efficiency and safety to the fore
• Range of efficient petrol and diesel engines
• GT version with 4Control – unique-in-segment four-wheel steering
• Manufactured in Palencia, Spain, alongside Kadjar
• Built on versatile new Renault-Nissan Alliance CMF platform
• On sale in the UK in summer 2016
• UK engine line-up, specs & pricing to be announced nearer on sale date
• Press Kit, additional images and B-roll video now available to download

Renault has announced further details of the All-New Mégane line-up following its global debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show and ahead of the vehicle going on sale in European LHD markets from early 2016. The UK pricing, RHD specification details and engine line-up for the All-New Mégane range will be announced nearer to the start of UK sales in summer 2016.

All-New Mégane is the fifth Renault to be built on the Renault-Nissan Alliance's new Common Module Family (CMF) vehicle architecture, after the Espace, Kadjar, Talisman saloon and Talisman estate. The CMF platform is a highly flexible method of building cars with great efficiency, high levels of automation and exceptional quality. It also allows technologies from upper-segment cars to be made available in less expensive models more affordably.

Unique-in-class features which will be offered in All-New Mégane include a colour head-up display, a configurable 7-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) colour instrument display, R-LINK 2 connectivity systems via either a 7-inch landscape or 8.7-inch portrait tablet, Multi-Sense technology to personalise the driving experience and, on the GT version, 4Control four-wheel steering.

Dynamic lines and a distinctive lighting signature

All-New Mégane carries on the design revolution which has been taking place at Renault through recent model introductions like Clio, Captur, New Espace, Kadjar and Talisman.

It is longer and lower than the outgoing model, with a longer wheelbase and significantly wider front and rear track widths – now the widest in class – to give it even more dynamic and balanced proportions.

The taut, precise appearance of the car is emphasised by broad, sculpted shoulders and wheels of up to 18 inches in diameter tightly encased by the bodywork. The narrow wheel clearance has been made possible by completely revised suspension geometry and more angled dampers.

All-New Mégane has distinctive front and rear lighting signatures which are permanently lit when the engine is switched on. 

At the front, the C-shaped are made up of 3D-effect LEDs. Upper trim levels have full LED headlights using Renault's LED Pure Vision technology, with automatic switching between main and dipped beam. The rear lights use Edge Light technology to create a horizontal 3D-effect which appears as brush strokes with a deep red glow.

Cockpit-style cabin with sculpted seats

All-New Mégane has a similar cabin ambience to New Espace and Talisman, and reflects the same craftsmanship through its high-quality, soft-touch materials – including full-grain Nappa leather steering wheel trim – chrome detailing and foam-backed dashboard, armrests and door panel trims.

There is an unmistakable cockpit feel to the car thanks to the design of the centre console and instrument panel containing the multimedia tablet and 7-inch TFT display, and the sculpted, accommodating seats. These provide high levels of comfort and support through the use of dual-density foam and identical frames to those found in New Espace and Talisman.

The five upholsteries, all in black, have been inspired by leather goods and stylish furnishings. Discreet top-stitching on the seats and door panels further underlines All-New Mégane's quality, while the driver benefits from a heated seat and electrically adjustable lumbar support.

GT-Line: an even sportier look

The sporty and dynamic appearance of All-New Mégane is even more evident on the GT-Line versions, which feature visible exterior and interior enhancements. 

At the front there is a wider lower air intake with a honeycomb-pattern mesh, flanked by lateral scoops. An elliptical chrome exhaust tailpipe and a profiled diffuser hint at the car's sporty character and there are dark metal 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels and door mirror housings to match the finish on the front air scoops and rear diffuser. GT-Line badges adorn the front wings and rear.

The front seats feature additional lateral support and integrated headrests, blue top stitching and a chequered logo. The three upholstery options, in fabric or Alcantara, have blue or black stripes, and there are other hints of blue in the trim strips, all reflecting the Iron Blue body colour. All-New Mégane GT-Line also receives a bespoke steering wheel offering a firmer grip, and model badging on the dashboard.

Advanced technologies made more affordable

An advantage of the Alliance's CMF architecture is that it allows advanced and previously expensive technologies to cascade across model ranges more affordably. As a result, All-New Mégane is able to offer a package of unique-in-class technologies from New Espace and Talisman.

Higher trim levels have the R-LINK 2 multimedia control centre featuring an 8.7-inch portrait display which can be operated with pinch and zoom movements, just like a smartphone or tablet. 

It includes voice recognition for the navigation, telephone, apps and radio and is linked to larger loudspeakers than those in the previous Mégane, better-positioned at the foot of the doors. The benefit is especially noticeable with the Arkamys sound system.

There is also an optional (depending on final market specifications) Bose system developed with Renault which features nine speakers and a subwoofer to deliver every nuance of the original recording.

A totally individual driving experience is offered by Multi-Sense technology, which allows drivers to personalise the accelerator pedal and engine response, engine sound, steering weight and interior lighting ambience through a choice of five colours, plus – where fitted – the speed of the gear changes through the Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) gearbox and even the driver's seat massage function.

The use of the CMF platform also makes available a whole range of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to improve safety. They include Adaptive Cruise Control; Active Emergency Braking; Lane Departure, Blind Spot and Safe Distance warnings; Overspeed Prevention with Traffic Sign Recognition; Automatic High Low Beam; Hands Free Parking; and 360 degree parking sensors.

In the All-New Mégane GT there is also the unique-in-class 4Control all-wheel steering system, designed to increase the precision and responsiveness of the car while adding an extra layer of cornering stability. It has been developed by Renaultsport engineers, who have also devised specific settings for the car's suspension plus Launch Control and Multi-Change Down capability incorporated within the EDC transmission.

Ten highly efficient powertrains to suit every need

Depending on the country, All-New Mégane will be available with 10 fuel-efficient, low-emission powertrains in line with Renault's downsizing strategy. All but one of them is turbocharged and two are exclusively reserved for the GT.

There are four Energy TCe turbocharged petrol options with capacities and power outputs of 1.2 litres/100hp, 1.2 litres/130hp (manual and EDC) and 1.6 litres/205hp (GT). The turbodiesel alternatives are 1.5-litre dCi 90 and 110hp units, the latter with manual or EDC transmission, and 1.6-litre dCi units developing 130 or 165hp.

With the benefit of turbocharging they produce high torque outputs from low engine revs, ensuring outstanding driving flexibility while minimising fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. The CO₂ of the manual dCi 110 is just 86g/km, while at the other end of the scale the TCe 205 GT will be capable of 0-62mph in 7.1 seconds and a top speed of more than 145mph.

And it will not stop there. In 2017 a Hybrid Assist diesel-electric powertrain will be added to the range, based on the Energy dCi 110 unit. Renault is targeting a class-leading CO₂ figure of 76g/km, with fuel economy in the NEDC combined cycle of more than 97mpg. The Hybrid Assist is provided by a 48-volt battery which is topped up by energy recovery under deceleration and braking. The diesel engine remains in operation at all times.

In certain markets, the entry-level engine will be the SCe 115 – a naturally aspirated 1.6-litre unit developing 115hp and 156Nm of torque.

While the GT's ride and handling benefit from the Formula 1 experience of Renaultsport engineers, all versions of All-New Mégane are precise and responsive while still being supple and comfortable thanks to extensive work on the suspension dampers, bump stops and bushes as well as the steering.

Refinement is also significantly better thanks to a stiffer body shell, thicker window glass, improved door seals and greater use of foam and felt in areas where road, wind or powertrain noise could be transmitted into the cabin.

The new model is the latest in a line stretching back 20 years. Total sales now surpass 6.5 million worldwide, including 1.5 million of the outgoing Mégane.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Engine	Power (hp @ rpm)	Torque (Nm @ rpm)	0-62mph (sec)	Top speed (mph)
1.2 TCe 100 6sp man	100@ 4,500	175@ 1,500	12.3	112
1.6 SCe 115	112@ 5,500	156@ 4,000	12.2	118
1.2 TCe 130 6sp man	130@ 5,500	205@ 2,000	10.6	123
1.2 TCe 130 7sp EDC	130@ 5,500	205@ 2,000	10.3	124
1.5 dCi 90 6sp man	90@ 4,000	220@ 1,750	13.4	107
1.5 dCi 110 ECO2 6sp man	110@ 4,000	260@ 1,750	11.2	117
1.5 dCi 110 6sp man	110@ 4,000	260@ 1,750	11.3	117
1.5 dCi 110 6sp EDC	110@ 4,000	250@ 1,750	12.3	117
1.6 dCi 130 6sp man	130@ 4,000	320@ 1,750	10.0	123
1.6 TCe 205 7sp EDC	205@ 6,000	280@ 2,400	7.1	145
1.6 dCi 165 6sp EDC	165@ tbc	380@ tbc	tbc	tbc

OWNERSHIP INFORMATION

Engine	Gearbox	MPG	CO2 (g/km)
1.2 TCe 100	6sp man	52.3	120
1.6 SCe 115	5sp man	tbc	tbc
1.2 TCe 130	6sp man	53.3	119
1.2 TCe 130	7sp EDC	tbc	tbc
1.5 dCi 90	6sp man	78.4	93
1.5 dCi 110 ECO2	6sp man	85.6	86
1.5 dCi 110	6sp man	76.3	95
1.5 dCi 110	6sp EDC	76.3	95
1.6 dCi 130	6sp man	70.6	103
1.6 TCe 205	7sp EDC	47.0	134
1.6 dCi 165	6sp EDC	tbc	tbc

Note: UK engine line-up and vehicle specifications to be announced nearer the on sale date (summer 2016).