Renault
Megane R26
The Renault Megane R26: 0-60 in 6.5 s, 147 mph top speed, 228 hp.
Frequently asked questions
How fast is the Renault Megane R26 0-60?
The Renault Megane R26 does 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds.
What is the top speed of the Renault Megane R26?
The Renault Megane R26 has a top speed of 147 mph.
How much horsepower does the Renault Megane R26 have?
The Renault Megane R26 produces 228 hp.
What is the fastest recorded lap for the Renault Megane R26?
The fastest recorded lap for the Renault Megane R26 is 1:15.400 at Autodromo Valle dei Templi - Racalmuto CW.
Notes
The Renault Mégane R26 (2008) represents a limited-edition track-focused variant of the second-generation Mégane RS. The R26 features a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four producing 230 horsepower (169 kW). Power is delivered through a 6-speed manual transmission to the front wheels with limited-slip differential. The R26 includes lightweight components including titanium exhaust, Recaro seats, deleted rear seats, Cup chassis with Sachs dampers, and weighs approximately 2,755 pounds. Performance includes 0-62 mph in 6.0 seconds. The R26 achieved a Nürburgring lap time of 8:17, demonstrating exceptional front-wheel-drive performance. The R26 represents Renault Sport's track-focused philosophy with weight reduction, enhanced dynamics, and focused engineering.
OEM Specs
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Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:17.5 | Circuito de Velocidad Kotarr | Light | 17 Oct, 2020 | 25 Nov, 2025 | -0.57s | +0.74% | |||
| 1:18.7 | Circuito de Velocidad Kotarr | Light | 23 Apr, 2019 | 25 Nov, 2025 | — | +0.01% | |||
| 2:48.6 | Circuito Ascari Resort | Stock | 10 Jun, 2015 | 02 Nov, 2021 | +6.59s | -3.90% | |||
| 8:30.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Stock | 16 Jul, 2008 | 12 Apr, 2022 | — | ||||
| 3:04.0 | Bedford Autodrome (GT Circuit) | Light | 07 Jun, 2021 | 17 Jan, 2026 | — | ||||
| 2:07.4 | Le Mans (Bugatti) | Stock | 03 Aug, 2013 | 15 May, 2022 | +9.41s | -7.64% | |||
| 9:36.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Stock | 13 Jul, 2018 | 20 Mar, 2025 | — | ||||
| 1:25.0 | National Driving Academy-NAVAK (Sport CW) | Heavy | 26 Oct, 2022 | 30 Aug, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 2:15.6 | Circuit de Charade | Medium | 14 May, 2026 | 14 May, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:14.6 | Red Star Raceway (Full Circuit) | Medium | 20 Mar, 2023 | 12 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 1:15.4 | Autodromo Valle dei Templi - Racalmuto | Medium | 04 Oct, 2021 | 10 May, 2023 | — | — | |||
| 1:36.6 | Automotodrom Grobnik | Heavy | 24 May, 2023 | 26 Oct, 2023 | — | — | |||
| 7:57.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Heavy | 15 Apr, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 1:42.0 | Cadwell Park Circuit | Medium | 05 Dec, 2016 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:17.1 | Snetterton Circuit (300) | Medium | 12 May, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 1:34.9 | Guangdong International Circuit - GIC | Medium | 10 Apr, 2025 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:58.5 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Race | 01 Jun, 2015 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | — |
Modified Cars
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 (w/P Zero Slicks) | Mladen Popovic | Heavy | 400 | 300 Pilot Sport 4S | 245/645/18 | -7.94s |
| 2008 (w/R888) | Highmast53 | Medium | — | 100 R888 | 235/40/18 | -3.12s |
| 2007 | PatrickGT5 | Medium | 284 | 1 Slicks | 245/40/18 | -2.96s |
| 2008 (w/R888) | GRID21 | Medium | — | 100 R888 | 235/40/18 | -2.51s |
| 2008 (Ignacio/PS4) | Ignacio | Light | 228 | 320 Pilot Sport 4 | 225/40/18 / 235/40/18 | +0.79s |
| 2007 (w/R888) | Tom Walker | Medium | 228 | 100 R888 | 235/40/18 | +5.47s |
| 2008 | Fab R26 | Race | — | 100 R888 | 235/40/18 | +8.2s |
| 2008 | Lee Kemp | Stock | — | — | — | — |
| 2007 (w/R888) | Apollo Tse | Medium | 228 | 100 R888 | 235/40/18 | — |
| 2007 | William Coles | Light | — | 100 R888 | 235/40/18 | — |
| 2007 | The Auto Committee | Light | — | — | — | — |
Popular Tire Sizes
| Size front | Size rear | Pace | Laps |
|---|---|---|---|
| 245/645/18 | 245/645/18 | — | 1 |
| 245/40/18 | 245/40/18 | -0.66% | 1 |
| 225/40/18 | 235/40/18 | — | 1 |
| 235/40/18 | 235/40/18 | -0.15% | 6 |