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Renault Megane Sport Tourer Bose
Text: Francisco MendesFor Portuguese family, with certaintyIf there is a brand that best knows the tastes of the Portuguese, this brand is Renault. It is true that the Portuguese have always had a soft spot for vans, this preference has long been arm in arm with Megane, a model that has always pleased everyone those who have a soft spot for vans.Now Renault has gone further with the Megane Sport Tourer DCI 130cv, since it was to know to their customers, through their dealers, their tastes in this type of vehicles and the result could not be better, since this Megane Sport Tourer comes with a level of construction and finishes that leaves no one indifferentIn terms of design this Megane is clearly a step ahead of Renault, presenting more elegant lines and that are worth a more premium, longer and lower air than the previous generation, and wider tracks that give it a sporty touch.The aggressive look is revealing of its dynamism and the 3D-powered headlamps and their technologies, Pure Vision LEDs ahead and Edge Light behind, leave their mark on us both day and night.

Inside, the concerns of Renault have remained, with careful design, despite the existence of some plastics, comfort and elegance is something that does not lack in this van. The space in the back seat is good, ensuring a comfortable ride for the younger or even two adults, as they benefit from a leaner back seat that offers optimized comfort and do not think that this compromises the luggage space.The benches with a nice design are comfortable, showing that at the wheel of this Megane we will not have problems even on the bigger trips, since the front seats are equipped with high density foam that offer excellent retention and lumbar support. The electrically adjustable driver's seat even has the function of massage and lumbar adjustments in order to ensure longer and more relaxing journeysBut those who appreciate the small details in the Renault Megane Sport Tourer, nothing has been left to chance and we can even select the interior light that equips the doors, both ahead and behind and where we can choose the color of light and its intensity.With regard to luggage compartment, the Renault Megane offers 580 liters of capacity, providing an additional compartment under time with more than 50 liters, lateral storage spaces and a separator that allows dividing the luggage compartment into two areas for different types of objects .Then we can count on several spaces to store small everyday objects, allowing everything is easily within reach.

TechnologyBut at the wheel of this Megane, the technological features are just a click away on the controls installed on the steering wheel that commands the infotainment system, R-Link 2 have a touch screen that fills the entire central area of ​​the dashboard, with a system of commands that does not require great learning time, since it is quite intuitive.This multimedia touch tablet, which is the R-LINK 2 allows you to access, with just a few clicks, the features and customization parameters of the Renault MEGANE Sport Tourer. Navigation, radio, applications, all thanks to a simple interface, which can configure everything and define up to 6 user profiles. So your preferences in terms of posting information or regulating your bank are immediately available as soon as you enter into this Megane.The 7 "color digital dashboard allows you to view all the driving directions at a glance. Associated with MULTI-SENSE, the presentation of information adapts to the style and color of the mode you have selected.The Renault Megane Sport Tourer also has other features such as dual zone automatic air conditioning, uphill start assist and track change warning.Already the sound benefits from the installation of Bose loudspeakers that leaves any music lover, pleased to be at the controls of this Renault van. The eleven loudspeakers intelligently distributed throughout the passenger compartment, including the bass case integrated into the luggage compartment, provide you with an excellent acoustic experience that transports you to any concert at the Atlantic Pavilion, or any concert hall with excellent acoustics.

MotorAt the motoring level, the Renault Megane we had in rehearsal featured the 1.6dCI 130cv engine, with a 6-speed gearbox coupled.Regarding the engine, we are talking about it, since in my view it is the best of Renault engines and the use of this engine in the Megane van is to score points with the Portuguese since it translates into effective behavior, comfortable consumption, even if sometimes we weigh the foot to make the taste of walking faster and this Megane make us look like a van of a superior segment for your comfortAt the wheelThe kilometers we made on the road with the Renault Megane Sport Tourer Bose 130cv, proved what we suspected right from the first contact. This is a very smooth and comfortable truck, where the engine and the box, quickly become an ally to a certain driving and safe for its smoothness and responsiveness. In addition, the chassis and suspension adjustment guarantee the best compromise between performance and comfort. For those who like a more sporty air can always select Sport mode that allows for more fun. But for families in day-to-day, eco mode, neutral comfort, end up being good allies. Then we can always customize Multi-Sense to our liking.Among the aids to driving the highlight goes to the active emergency braking system and safety distance, in addition to the rear camera.The truth is that the renewal of Megane, has everything to be a success, again among the Portuguese, and to take into account what you see on the roads of our cities, this Renault Megane Sport Tourer Bose 130cv, really came to stay.

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