Mégane Renault Sport 250

The Renault Megane Renault Sport 250, produced from 2010 to 2012, represents high-performance variant of third-generation Megane featuring 2.0-liter twin-scroll turbocharged F4Rt four-cylinder engine producing 247 horsepower (184 kW / 250 PS) at 5,500 rpm and 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) torque at 3,000 rpm. Six-speed manual transmission sends power to front wheels through limited-slip differential providing enhanced traction under acceleration. Performance achieves 0-100 km/h acceleration in 6.1 seconds with top speed of 245 km/h. Brembo front brakes deliver exceptional stopping power while sport-tuned suspension provides sharp handling characteristics. Testing revealed actual power output may exceed advertised figures with some examples measuring 270 horsepower at crank demonstrating conservative factory ratings.

The Cup variant features sharpened performance specifications including stiffer chassis, track-focused suspension tuning, limited-slip differential, and slightly reduced weight enhancing driver engagement and lap time capability. The Megane RS 250 established reputation for delivering genuine hot hatch performance competing effectively against established rivals from Volkswagen Golf GTI and Ford Focus ST. The combination of powerful turbocharged engine providing strong mid-range torque, limited-slip differential enabling aggressive cornering without excessive understeer, Brembo braking system delivering consistent performance, and Renault Sport chassis tuning makes the Megane RS 250 compelling driver car offering track-capable performance with daily usability characteristic of best front-wheel-drive hot hatches.