The next and most likely the final instalment of the Megane Sport range has dropped into SA. The Megane Sport 275 Trophy launches with more power, a hardcore Cup chassis and a revamped interior and exterior.

More Power

As the name suggests, 275 refers to the horse power output and is 10 up on the current Lux 265 in the range. In our figures, the Sport 275 Trophy puts out 201 kW, with torque staying the same at 360 Nm. Performance figures remain the same as the 275 Trophy completes the 0-100kph sprint in 6 Seconds flat. Improvements have been made in the fuel economy department with the inclusion of start/stop. Renault claims a figure of 7.5L/100km.

Exterior and Interior Adjustments

The distinctive marking on the 275 Trophy is at the rear where a carbon Akrapovic tailpipe protrudes out of the rear diffuser. 275 Trophy’s mean machine looks are further enhanced with the fitment of halogen headlights with white reflective inserts, 19-inch black Trophy aluminium alloys with red Brembo brake callipers, gloss black door mirrors and front- and rear-widened wings. Trophy striping on the rear panels and decals on the front doors complete the look.

On the inside, the door sills carry a unique number whilst the pedals and gear lever are built from aluminium. The seats are a mix of Alcantara and leather and made by the race seat specialists at Recaro. The entertainment unit inside the Megane 275 has built in TomTom Live navigation but its real trick is that you can log data from track laps and then download it for later analysis.

Free Advanced Driver Training

If you purchase a Renault Sport, then Renault will commit to offering a free advanced driver training course to help you understand and handle your RS model better.

Renault Megane Sport 275 Trophy Pricing

New Megane Renault Sport 275 Turbo TrophyR 449900

The Megane Renault Sport 275 Trophy 2.0 Turbo comes with Renault’s 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty plan. Six-year anti-corrosion warranty and 5-year/90 000km service plans. Service intervals are at 10000km.