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Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V

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HatchbackPetrolManualFWDYear 1999G
110
Horsepower · 79 kW
9.8s
0–100 km/h
195
km/h top speed
7.0
l/100 km

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V is a hatchback powered by a petrol engine delivering 110 hp (79 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.8 s and reaches a top speed of 195 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 7 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 165 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1999 as part of the Renault Mégane Facelift 1999 (1999-2000) generation, and sits alongside 18 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V produces 110 hp (79 kW).

How fast does the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V?

The top speed of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V is 195 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V has a combined fuel consumption of 7.0 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V emits 165 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V have?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V has a 1,598 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V produces 148 Nm of torque.

When was the Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V introduced?

The Renault Mégane RXE 1.6 16V was introduced in 1999.

Across generations

Other Renault Mégane generations