Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp

Overview

The Renault Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp is a seriously stylish French compact SUV, bringing Gallic flair to the electric scene. Though not officially sold in the US, meaning no official US pricing is available, this EV60 trim aims for a sweet spot of usable range and city-friendly performance. It’s all about that chic European design packed with a 60 kWh battery, offering a distinct alternative in the increasingly crowded EV space. If it landed stateside, it’d be turning heads for sure with its sharp looks and modern electric credentials.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp would theoretically carry over its impressive package, as major changes for this model year haven't been detailed for its home market. If it were to make a surprise US debut, expect essential tweaks like a US-standard CCS Type 1 or NACS charge port and infotainment localization. Otherwise, it continues to rock Renault's latest EV platform, offering a Google-based infotainment system and a suite of contemporary tech, making it feel fresh even as a continuing generation model.

Design & Exterior

This ain't your grandma's Renault! The Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp boasts a properly head-turning exterior with sharp LED lighting, including signature C-shaped DRLs, and sleek, aerodynamic lines. The EV60 130hp trim often features stylish alloy wheels that complement its dynamic stance. It’s a compact package, measuring 165.4 inches long, 69.6 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and 59.3 inches tall, giving it a purposeful, modern SUV-coupe vibe. Gold accents and a distinctive front grille further enhance its premium, techy appeal.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp, and you're greeted by Renault's 'OpenR' cockpit, a slick setup featuring a large digital driver display and a portrait-oriented infotainment touchscreen. Material quality feels surprisingly upmarket for its class. It seats five, with decent passenger comfort. Cargo-wise, you get a practical 15.5 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to a useful 47 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. No frunk here, though. The Google-based infotainment is snappy, with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for all your connectivity needs.

Performance & Driving Experience

The EV60 130hp trim offers a zippy, typically European driving experience. Its single front-mounted EESM electric motor churns out 96 kW (that's about 129 horsepower) and a healthy 184 lb-ft of instant torque, making it feel nippy around town. Acceleration from 0-60 mph is dispatched in around 10.1 seconds. Being front-wheel drive, it's predictable and easy to handle, with a comfortable ride quality that soaks up urban imperfections. Multiple regenerative braking modes allow for one-pedal driving shenanigans, boosting efficiency.

Range, Battery & Charging

Powering the Megane E-Tech EV60 130hp is a 60 kWh usable battery pack. Green Cars Compare calculates a real-world range estimate of 252 miles, which is pretty solid for daily duties and some longer jaunts. Efficiency is a strong suit at around 4.2 mi/kWh. For charging, its standard 11 kW AC onboard charger can top up the battery in approximately 6 hours. On the DC fast charging front, it can gulp down electrons at up to 130 kW. While the Euro model sports a CCS Type 2 port, a US version would feature CCS Type 1 or potentially NACS.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While it hasn't been crash-tested by the NHTSA (as it's not sold in the US), the Megane E-Tech boasts an impressive 5-star safety rating from Euro NCAP. For a hypothetical US model, expect a comprehensive suite of driver aids. Standard kit would likely include automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and traffic sign recognition. Higher trims or optional packs in Europe offer features like adaptive cruise control with stop & go, blind-spot monitoring, and a 360-degree camera, many of which would be essential for US appeal.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

If Renault were to bring the Megane E-Tech to the US, expect warranty coverage competitive with other EVs. This would likely mean a basic vehicle warranty of around 3 years/36,000 miles or potentially up to 5 years/60,000 miles, and a separate battery warranty for 8 years/100,000 miles, guaranteeing a certain percentage of capacity. Powertrain coverage would align with the battery. As an EV, maintenance is minimal – no oil changes here! Just tires, brakes, and cabin filters, keeping running costs down.