Renault Australia is offering the Megane E-Tech with drive-away pricing for a limited time, starting from $49,990. It comes at the perfect time as buyers are flocking to EVs to dodge the big fuel prices currently experienced due to the ongoing war. The regular retail price is usually $54,990, excluding on-road costs.
The limited offer is for new Megane E-Tech models sold and delivered between now and the end of the financial year (June 30), and only while stocks last. At that price, it is equivalent to saving on GST and on-road costs. Glen Sealey, general manager of Renault Australia, said:
“We are doing our bit to help motorists make the switch to electric cars during the current fuel crisis. This limited-time drive-way offer in the lead-up to tax time – which amounts to savings equivalent to the GST plus free on-road costs – will help people get into a European electric car at an attainable price point.”
As a refresher, the Megane E-Tech is essentially an electric version of the fun-loving Megane hatchback, featuring a 60kWh battery and front-mounted electric motor. It produces 160kW and 300Nm, which is enough to see 0-100km/h done and dusted in 7.4 seconds. The WLTP range is listed at 454km.
Like the regular Megane, historically, the E-Tech is relatively light in weight, tipping the scales at 1642kg. That’s heavier than a traditional petrol hatchback but quite light for an EV. As such, the Renault promises engaging and capable driving dynamics.
As standard it comes with a multimedia touch-screen with Android and Apple pairing, and 12.3-inch gauge cluster display, plenty of physical controls as well to help with practicality while on the go, as well as 20-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, and Alcantara interior trimmings.
The Megane E-Tech is backed by a five-year/100,000km warranty, with the battery covered by an eight-year/160,000km warranty down to 70 per cent battery capacity.
