the innovators

To maximise Megane E-Tech's driving range, it was important to reduce the weight of components during manufacturing. Renault developed a new, patented industrial process where water is injected during the plastic molding process to carve out a groove in the rear hatch which means fewer metal supports are required, reducing the weight by 20%. This is just one of the innovations which makes Megane E-Tech one of the lightest EVs on the road at 1,642kg.

Megane E-Tech makes driving safe and simple. Smart traffic sign recognition takes advantage of the in-built camera systems to read physical speed signs and, with a simple prompt from the driver, will adjust the adaptive cruise control as it recognizes changes in the speed limit.

Renault's sustainability-focused mindset takes form in Megane E-Tech, with no less than 28kg of recycled plastics in the cabin. This includes the ultra-comfortable seats, which are made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. But it doesn't stop with the interior trims. Up to 90% of the vehicle's materials, including the battery, are recyclable.

More than 300 patents have been lodged for the design of the vehicle and its platform. The cocoon effect is a proprietary soundproofing technology which places a unique soft cushioning foam layer between the vehicle and the battery to create a haven from road noise, in fact it reduces in-car noise by 50% compared to current models. As a 100% electric vehicle, Megane E-Tech already produces no noise pollution, so the cocoon effect brings an unprecedented level of acoustic comfort.

To maximise Megane E-Tech's driving range, it was important to reduce the weight of components during manufacturing. Renault developed a new, patented industrial process where water is injected during the plastic molding process to carve out a groove in the rear hatch which means fewer metal supports are required, reducing the weight by 20%. This is just one of the innovations which makes Megane E-Tech one of the lightest EVs on the road at 1,642kg.