Renault was an early EV front-runner with its Zoe supermini. Next up, the Megane E-Tech Electric is a decent effort from the firm, sitting somewhere between a hatchback and a crossover, though leaning more towards the hatchback definition than the Nissan Ariya with which it shares its platform. The Megane E-Tech Electric is a stylish car inside and out and has what it takes to stand out in the crowded compact electric crossover segment. It has one brilliant advantage over the opposition - 22kW AC charging, which makes for super-quick top-ups from kerbside chargers.

Renault Megane E-Tech Electric Tech Specs

Model featured	Renault Megane E-Tech Electric
Official WLTP range between charges	298-470km
Battery details (usable capacity)	40-60kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	96-160kW single-motor front-wheel drive
Fastest recharging rate	85-130kW on DC
Energy consumption	15.5-16.1kWh/100km
Maximum power output	131-218hp
Maximum torque output	250-300Nm
0-100km/h	7.5-10 seconds
Towing capability
Kerb weight	1,595-1,708kg