The new Renault Megane R.S. Ultime hot hatch: a symbol of a passing era
It is worth raising a glass of champagne and drinking it with tears in your eyes. After all, with the Renault Megane R.S. Ultime Renault is saying goodbye to the R.S. name (abbreviation from Renault Sport), as well as to the “hot” versions of the current Renault Megane model. At the same time, there is still no direct successor…
However, farewell comes out loud and powerful! After all, the Renault Megane R.S. Ultime hatchback got all the best that the French had in their arsenal. The unique appearance of the new car is formed by extended wheel arches (+60 mm in front and +45 mm in the back), as well as branded stickers – on the roof, hood, doors, bumper. In addition, the new version received black decorative design of mirrors, door handles, wheel rims. And be sure to pay attention to the inscription “Ultime” that adorns the front spoiler.
Technical equipment fully corresponds to the appearance. Renault Megane R.S. The Ultime has a 300-horsepower gasoline engine paired with an EDC transmission and a Torsen front-wheel drive differential. At the same time, Brembo brakes are responsible for reliable stopping. The lowered suspension from the Renault Megane Cup version is also used, and Bridgestone semi-slick tires, which were previously found on the Renault Megane R.S. Trophy R model, are installed.
At the same time, the new version is not only the most sporty, but also the most luxurious for the Renault Megane model. For example, Recaro bucket seats, a color 10-inch instrument panel display, a 9.3-inch touch screen, BOSE premium music are perfectly combined in the interior.
But the main highlight of the interior of the Renault Megane R.S. Ultime can be considered a plate with the signature of a Renault test driver and the car number: “one of 1976”. That’s how many Renault Megane R.S. Ultime cars will be produced – in accordance with the founding year of the R.S. division, which has already become a true legend of the car world!