Renault Launches Megane Coupe-Cabriolet

Just the Facts:

• Renault has redesigned the Megane Coupe-Cabriolet.
• The Megane CC goes on sale in Europe this summer.
• Three gasoline and three diesel engines are available.

PARIS — Renault has redesigned the last of its Megane compacts — the Megane Coupe-Cabriolet. Built at Renault's Douai plant, the new Megane Coupe-Cabriolet goes on sale this summer across Europe and will offer customers two new sporty variants, the GT and GT Line.

The latest version of the Megane CC is longer than its predecessor, with more interior and trunk space, plus a large power-folding glass roof developed by Karmann.

The four-passenger coupe-cabrio offers two different interior trim combinations, including two-tone red and dark charcoal leather, as well as such features as push-button start, automatic dual-zone climate control, TomTom navigation, a 140-watt Arkamys audio system and a choice of 17- or 18-inch wheels and tires.

European customers can select from three gasoline and three diesel engines, including a 177-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Available transmissions include a six-speed manual gearbox, a six-speed dual-clutch automatic and a continuously variable automatic transmission.

The Megane Coupe-Cabriolet GT Line is basically an optional trim package whose focus, according to Renault, is "environmentally respectful performance."

The more focused GT edition, developed by Renault Sport Technologies, shares styling cues with the GT Line but adds a thick-rimmed, leather-wrapped steering wheel, plus specific 18-inch dark-metal alloy wheels, Dunlop Sport Maxx TT 225/40ZR18 performance tires and upgraded chassis, brakes and steering.

Renault said it will offer GT and GT Line versions of several other Megane models, including the coupe and the sport tourer.

Inside Line says: Far and away the best-looking of the Megane sibs, with top up or down. — Paul Lienert, Correspondent