The new, third generation Renault Megane RS is finally here in Singapore, following its global debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2017. Driven by Renault's powerful design and focused on performance, it makes no attempt to hide its motorsport pedigree, offering outstanding driving pleasure on the road and on the track.
4Control is Renault's four-wheel steering system, which ensures stability at high speeds and agility at low speeds (like the system in Porsche's 911 GT3 and GT3 RS).
At high speeds, the front and rear wheels turn in the same direction, limited to a one-degree angle for the rear wheels and at low speeds, the front and rear wheels turn in opposite directions up to a maximum angle of 2.7 degrees. This technology helps the car, which is now longer and wider than it's ever been, feel half its size.
And with four hydraulic compression stops to all four of its shock absorbers, a technology inspired by the world of rallying, the comfort of the suspension for everyday driving has been improved as well. When you're in the mood for spirited driving, this technology filters out disruptions, provides additional damping and eliminates the effects of rebound, enabling optimum control of tyre-ground contact.
They have also worked their magic on its new turbocharged engine, resulting in the world's most powerful 1.8-litre, which now delivers 276bhp and 390Nm of torque. Acceleration from 0-100km/h is done in 5.8 seconds and the Megane RS will go on to a top speed of 255km/h.
More importantly, the Megane RS can now be had with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission and in five-door configuration, which makes it just as practical as the aforementioned Golf GTI. It can be driven in four modes - Neutral, Perso (personalised), Sport and Race.
Inside, the RS Monitor system has also been completely revised, with a more user-friendly layout and extended features.
For greater pleasure, users can display a G-force diagram to measure longitudinal and lateral acceleration. The wheel spin measurement of the driven wheels is also available.
The exterior design, geared towards delivering performance, strengthens the sporty feel of new Megane RS with wings widened by 60mm at the front and 45mm at the rear, wing-mounted air extractors and a rear diffuser that has been designed to increase downforce. Brembo brakes up front come as standard.
Even before the car was officially unveiled today, local Renault distributor Wearnes has already received several orders from both repeat and new customers. The new Megane R.S. is priced at $164,999 (inclusive of COE), with an Open Market Value of $31,000.
