8.2
2024 Renault Megane R.S. Ultime review
This final iteration of Megane R.S. can still put a broad smile on even the most discerning enthusiast – and for that it's a Hall of Famer.
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Anthony Crawford
2024 Renault Megane R.S. Trophy vs 2025 Ford Mustang Comparison
Renault Megane R.S. Trophy
Ford Mustang
2024 Renault
Megane R.S. Trophy
vs
2025 Ford
Mustang
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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8.2
8.1
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Based on the Renault Megane R.S. Trophy R.S. ULTIME
Based on the Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
FunFuel Efficiency
NA
61L
573 to 830 km
Warranty
-
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
-
$64,990 - $87,667
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CarExpert's Take
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Still looks hardcore, puts out loads of grunt
- One of the most engaging hot hatches
- Huge grip, deft handling
Misses
- No extra power for its final send-off, pricey
- Four-wheel steering may polarise
- Can get thirsty
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Incredibly charismatic Coyote V8
- Optional MagneRide suspension fantastic
- Still a relative performance car bargain
Misses
- Automatic has too many gears
- Squeaky optional Recaro seats
- Lots of previous-gen Mustang finishes
Colours Available
Race Red and Oxford White are no-cost options across the entire range, with the following colours a $910 option:
- Shadow Black
- Vapour Blue
- Atlas Blue
- Grabber Blue
- Dark Matter Grey
- Carbonised Grey
- Iconic Silver (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Rapid Red (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Yellow Splash (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Blue Ember (only available in Dark Horse with Dark Horse Appearance Pack)
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| - | GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT, TURBO GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 2300 - 5038 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| - | 5.0L, 2.3L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| - | 8, 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| - | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| - | 232kW - 347kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 5500 - 7250 | |
| Torque | ||
| - | 475Nm - 550Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 3000 - 4750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
