charging solutions
MEGANE E-TECH ELECTRIC
Discover all the charging solutions for Renault Megane E-Tech electric. At home, charge easily using a charging station, a reinforced socket or a standard socket. On the motorway, a 30-minute charge gives you 1 hr 30 of driving time, using a DC fast terminal.
With the many public charging stations in Europe, you’ll always have a charging solution close at hand.
charging Megane at home
install your home charging solution
Your electric vehicle charges on the mains using the various cables available. If you have a 7.4 kW AC single-phase or 11 kW AC three-phase domestic socket, you will have access to improved charging. If you have a reinforced socket, charging will be possible but slower.
save money
Install a home charger and schedule automatic charging of Megane E-Tech electric during your energy supplier’s off-peak hours. You benefit from the cheapest electricity, promote the use of renewable energies and help balance the energy grid.
charge Megane on the road
access the largest charging network in Europe
Whatever the nature of your journeys, your electric vehicle is compatible with many public charging points. More than 300,000 charging points available throughout Europe. These charging points are listed via the My Renault app.
optimise your electric journeys with My Renault
With the My Renault app, you can remotely manage the charging of your Megane: schedule sessions to take advantage of off-peak times, monitor the charge status in real time, adjust the temperature before setting off, and locate charging stations.
Access connected services and track maintenance for simplified 100% electric driving.
charging point search with openR link
The openR link system makes it quick and easy to locate charging stations near you. This practical feature lets you make the most of electric power: optimise your journey according to your consumption, or plan your routes according to available charging stations.
cables and charging time
Renault Megane comes with a Type 2 cable that can be used on home, company and public charging points, so you can charge in any situation. Other cables are available as an option.
Type 2 cable available as standard: charging at private or public charging points
Ideal for everyday use, charge Renault Megane simply with the mode 3 type 2 cable:
- charging at home or at work: 7.4 kW to 11 kW AC terminal
- on-street charging: public charging point with a maximum power of 11 kW
optional cable: charging with a standard or reinforced socket
Ideal for occasional use, charge your Renault with the optional mode 2 flexi-charger:
- charging from standard 10A 2.3 kW or reinforced 16A 3.7 kW household socket outlets
charging on DC fast charging points
Ideal for long motorway journeys requiring quick stops. Charge your Megane at the public DC fast-charging station using a tethered cable.
Remember that DC charging is not linear and varies by charge status and battery temperature.
² with the vehicle’s included 7.4 kW single-phase AC charger, the maximum power offered by three-phase AC terminals will not be accessible.
power your electrical appliances
Explore new possibilities with Megane‘s power to object, V2L bidirectional charging. Use your vehicle’s battery to power various appliances and equipment, such as your electric bike. This innovative feature transforms your vehicle into a mobile energy source, perfect for outdoor activities or emergency power requirements.
FAQ
Charge Megane E-Tech electric:
- At home, plug it into your home charging unit
- In the city, stop at one of the many public charging stations available.
Charging time varies depending on the selected configuration.
Standard charge: With standard charge, whether at home or at a public station, Megane E-Tech electric charges up to 50 km of driving range in 1 hour, so you can fully charge your battery overnight (7 to 10 hours depending on the battery). This charging mode is also compatible with all public charging stations including DC fast charging points (mainly on motorways) to recover up to 200 km WLTP in ~30 minutes with a power peak of 85 kW.
Boost Charge: In addition to home charging, you can enjoy the full power of AC public charging stations up to 22 kW with this version (charges 3x faster than Super Charge). Also compatible with DC rapid chargers to recover up to 200 km WLTP in ~30 minutes with a power peak of 85 kW.
Super Charge: Ideal for home charging at 7 kW single-phase charging points, for a full charge overnight (9 hours). Also compatible with direct current (DC) fast chargers to recover up to 300 km WLTP in 30 minutes, with a maximum peak of 130 kW.
Optimum Charge: In addition to home charging, you can enjoy the full power of AC public charging stations up to 22 kW with this version (charges 3x faster than Super Charge). It’s also compatible with fast DC chargers to recover up to 300 km WLTP in 30 minutes, with a maximum peak of 130 kW.
The battery in Megane E-Tech electric has no “memory effect”. It features cutting-edge lithium-ion technology, the most advanced on the market, delivering optimised driving range.
This means you can charge as needed, even partially, without risk of diminishing performance.
To optimise your charging time, particularly at a quick charge station, we recommend charging your vehicle only when the battery has less than 20% driving range remaining.
Using your My Renault mobile app, remotely control charge levels for your Megane E-Tech electric.
Need to charge? At home, remotely activate charging on your vehicle using your smartphone.
Depending on your version of Megane E-Tech electric, quick charging is an option on the road and lets you charge up to 300 km WLTP in 30 minutes.
To take full advantage of quick charging, we recommend charging the battery only when your remaining driving range is less than 20%.
Charging costs vary depending on the operator.Billing methods also vary, either charging by kW, charging time or by charging speed (on quick charge stations).
For optimal charging during a business trip, the Google Maps route planner built into your openR link proposes the best possible journey, taking into consideration the battery, the vehicle’s remaining driving range, road conditions, and the availability of charging stations (types of stations and their rates).
Megane E-Tech electric’s planner lets you condition the battery to make fast charging as efficient as possible. Available as standard on Evolution, Techno and Iconic.
CABLES AND CHARGING POINTS
The type of cable you should use depends on the Megane E-Tech electric version.
Your Megane E-Tech 3% electric is equipped with a mode 3 type 2 cable as standard. You can connect this cable to your home charging unit or to any public charging station (on AC, more than 90% of public stations in France).
If a charging point is unavailable or for occasional charging, get a Mode 2 “Flexicharger”* cable to charge your Megane E-Tech electric on a 3.7 kW Green’up reinforced socket. It takes between 20 and 30 hours to fully charge your vehicle using this cable.
All versions are equipped as standard with a DC fast charger (130 kW or DC 85 kW maximum power peak depending on versions), which is compatible with the high-power charging stations located on motorways. No need for an additional cable for this charging mode. The cables are directly attached to the charging station. Just like filling up at the pumps.
* available as an option on all versions
The charging cable provided with Megane E-Tech 5% electric is 5 metres long.
6.5-metre cables are also available and can be ordered from your dealership.
On Megane E-Tech electric, the charging flap is located at the front right of the vehicle.
Use a Mode 2 “Flexicharger”* cable to plug Megane E-Tech electric into a standard 2.3 kW domestic socket. This charging mode is suitable for occasional use only or when a specific charging point is unavailable. It takes between 20 and 30 hours to fully charge your vehicle.
For a faster, safer solution, have a 7 or 22 kW home charging unit installed!
* available as an option, compatible with all versions of Megane E-Tech electric.
Connect to Google Maps on your Megane E-Tech electric and let it guide you to the nearest charging station.With the route planner for electric vehicles, organise your pit stops and charging, so you can arrive at your destination with peace of mind. It will even show you the charging power and price.
Quick charging is available on all Megane E-Tech electric versions.
Super Charge and Optimum Charge versions on the 60 kWh battery are equipped with a quick charger (maximum power peak DC 130 kW) as standard. It is compatible with high-power charging stations located in motorway networks. No need for an additional cable for this charging mode: cables are directly attached to the charging station, just like the hose at the petrol station.
Standard Charge and Boost Charge versions with the 40 kWh battery are equipped with a DC fast charger providing a maximum power peak of 85 kW.
To charge two electric vehicles with ease at home, we recommend the following:
- Ensure the charging cables are compatible with both of your vehicles.
To purchase additional cables, contact your dealership directly when ordering your Megane E-Tech electric.
- Verify that your electrical set-up is equipped to handle charging of both of your vehicles.
