Renault Megane E-Tech electric lease deals

Leasing a Renault Megane E-tech in the UK

Are Renault only producing the Zoe as part of their 100% electric range? Until 2021 / 2022, for fans of the French manufacturer, the small city-car Zoe was the only battery electric vehicle on fleet. But, as part of keeping up with some of the great competition in the electric car market, Renault launched their Megane E-tech which will be built on their new CMF-EV revolutionary platform for optimised weight distribution and a longer wheelbase.

ut what type of car is the new Megane? Unlike the predecessor, this is not just a simple 5-door hatchback; it’s more akin to the Captur with the higher driving position but with the sleek and sharp designs you expect. For customers looking at the Citroen e-C4, Volvo XC40 and Mercedes EQA, this will be a comparable choice.

This crossover, which was announced in late 2021, only went into production early-2022, so it may only be available in more considered volume towards early 2023 for the UK’s personal and business leasing customers.

Will the Megane have enough battery choices to make it a practical EV?

Thankfully, Renault have recognised the need for battery choice (as the cost of the vehicle is often determined by this) with the two following options:

•  EV40 – this is a usable 40 kWh lithium battery which offers 96 kW (or 129hp), 0 – 62 times of 10 seconds and 93mph top speeds. The smaller battery will offer combined real-world ranges of 130 miles in colder climates with the warmer weather paving way for combined ranges of 175 miles. In terms of charging speeds / times, the 7.4 kW AC max will enable 0 – 100% times of 6 hours and 30 mins with the 85 kW DC rapid charging allowing near-30 minute 10 – 80% times; and

• EV60 – the flagship usable 60 kWh lithium battery will offer 160 kW (or 215hp), 0 – 62 times of 7.5 seconds and 99mph top speeds. The smaller battery will offer combined real-world ranges of 185 miles in colder climates with the warmer weather paving way for combined ranges of 255 miles. In terms of charging speeds / times, the 7.4 kW AC max will enable 0 – 100% times of just under 10 hours with the 130kW DC rapid charging allowing near-30 minute 10 – 80% times.

Which 100% electric Megane is the best? As part of a brand refresh and breakthrough design, all models will benefit from the SUV look with the saloon body plus the addition of signature lighting for the front and rear, a new Renault badge and new Renault logo. In terms of specification options, please see below:

• Equilibre – 18” alloys, OpenR-link (with Google built-in), two 12” screens, electric/heated door mirrors, heated seats, integrate navigation, cruise control and parking sensors;

• Techno – climate control, electric passenger’s seat, parking sensors, heated seats, integrate navigation and electric/heated door mirrors; and

• Evolution – upgraded 18” alloys, Harmon Kardon sound, climate control, electric passenger’s seat, parking sensors, heated seats, integrate navigation and electric/heated door mirrors.

Not unlike any electric vehicle, many of our PCH, BCH and salary sacrifice customers are asking – how long does it take to order a Megane e-tech? Since around 2020, much of the automotive industry has changed in that manufacturers are no longer building masses of cars with customers then able to pick and choose what they want / when they want it for.

Because of COVID, parts shortages and the impact of electrification, most manufacturers are adopting a build to order approach. For our customers, this means that they need to use the Renault website, or ours, to build the exact car and specification they require.

Our team will then speak with our select dealership partners to understand how long the vehicle will take to be built – this could be from 3 months to up to 1 year based on their allocation and build schedules. Many vehicles are not built in the UK, so you will also have to account for transportation too. If you are already leasing a car, then consider ordering the Megane at least 6 months before the contract end date.

Ready to lease the Megane E-tech? 

Moving ahead with the e-car lease team is so straightforward that you can do it from the comfort of your living room or office. Our website caters for personal and business leasing customers, plus salary sacrifice schemes, so that you can easily select the car plus any additional options for making this the perfect solution.

For an instant quotation, just select the term, initial rental (including no deposit), annual mileage and maintenance required. Our website will provide an instant price so that you can move to the credit and order aspect of the journey. Need more assistance? Speak to our expert team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected]