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On Dutch soil, the Renault Mégane has been Renault's second biggest sales success. With more than 200,000 units sold, the Mégane alone has to surpass the Renault Clio in terms of sales numbers. The many generations of the Mégane, its various versions (including the spectacular RS version), have made the Renault Mégane an unforgettable type.
Do you have a Renault Megane with glass damage in the windscreen? It can be necessary in some cases to replace the windscreen in case of windscreen damage. You already have a new windscreen for your Renault Mégane for € 299 on the after market. But before we look at the windscreens, let's take a closer look at this Renault success number. How could this model become such a sales success for Renault?
The first generation of the Renault Mégane came on the market in 1995. The mid-range car was the successor to the Renault 19, which saw the curtain fall after 8 years of production. The Mégane had more similarities than differences with its predecessor. The biggest difference was that the wheelbase was enlarged a few centimetres. Renault chose to rapidly stamp out several bodywork variants; the sedan, coupe and hatchback were immediately available; the Renault Mégane Scénic (MPV) followed as early as 1996. Less than two years later, the station wagon variant (Break) of the Mégane also came on the market.
The first generation of the Mégane had strong similarities with the Renault 16 and 19. It was the famous Renault line. Exactly what people knew. And that would come to an abrupt end. The second generation had little in common with the previous models.
That is why Renault decided to show several concept models, including the Renault Vel Satis and the Renault Avantime, which would be marketed for the second generation of the Mégane. A protruding rear, a fully upright rear window and a much more futuristic design.
This clearly frightened consumers. But what was particularly striking was that Renault clearly dared to be bold about the success of the first generation. Such as the advertising below, which at the time did not really fit in with Renault marketing:
Just like the first generation, this generation was broad with four versions: the Authentique, Expression, Dynamique and the Privelège. All four versions came with the equipment packages basic, comfort and luxury. However, the second generation would not be able to match the success of the previous generation. Renault needed an overflow model to match the new design, which would characterise the models coming into production from then on.
By the way, there was one version that did an incredible job. The Renault Megane RS from the second generation was the beginning of an era. Just 6.5 seconds for 100 kilometres per hour, great engine sound and solid performance at high speeds, as you can see below.
The second generation was given a facelift in 2006 and, as with the Renault Laguna a year earlier, it was mainly about solving problems with the electronics. During the facelift - and as a farewell highlight for the second generation - Renault set up the Mégane R.26R. An even more extreme model, without a backseat and with a 230 hp engine so that this model would hit the 100 kilometres per hour in under 6 seconds.
The third generation, on the market from 2008, is less extreme in design. The Renault Mégane Coupé and Mégane Estate (station) were added to the range a year later. The biggest difference (besides the design) is the addition of the TCe turbo petrol engines under the bonnet, and five different diesel engines, of course also equipped with turbo.
In 2015, the fourth generation of the Renault Mégane was shown to the public; a year later, the model was actually launched on the market. As the open cabrio and the 3-door Coupé were flop on the third generation, they did not make it to the fourth generation.
The Mégane became bigger again, which mainly provided extra legroom for the passengers in the back seat. What stood out most was a relatively quiet interior, but with French originality, a complete multimedia system (plus a travel game to name but a few), reversing camera, and an automatic emergency braking system, just like the Talisman and the Espace (built on the same platform).
The Renault Mégane has been sold more than 200,000 times in the Netherlands. Only the Renault Clio did better. The success of the Renault is due to a multitude of factors. For example, it was a reliable mid-range car with an attractive price for the entry-level models. Another factor was the 1.5 dCi 110 Stop and Start engine in the third generation. This landed carbon dioxide emissions at 95 grams per kilometre, adding the car to the 14% additional tax rate for business drivers. Renault managed to keep the Mégane in the 14% category until 2014, after which the car dropped one category to the 20% additional tax rate due to the strict emission requirements that the French could not meet with the Mégane versions.
If you own one of the many Renault Megane models, you probably know that there is a large after market for these models. This also applies to automotive glass. However, if your windscreen is damaged, this does not always mean that you need to replace the windscreen of your Renault Megane. In fact, in only two cases does the car window need to be replaced. This could be a branched crack or a chip with a diameter of at least 20 millimetres. Is one of these types of glass damage located in the driver's field of vision? Then the windscreen has to be replaced.
Do you have less extensive glass damage or is the crack or chip not in the driver's field of vision? Then you may continue to drive. It is wise to keep an eye on the window damage. A damaged window can tear further.
No, unless you are a garage owner or automotive glass expert. Replacing a windscreen is the job of a specialist. Correct fitting of the windscreen prevents leakage and loosening when braking abruptly. Do you need a side window replacement? If so, you can do this yourself when you are technically installed and have a place to work dry.
Only € 299. That is, if you choose the Renault Megane windscreens on the after market. These meet the same requirements and have the same properties as the brand windows at your Renault dealer. However, the after market car windows do not have a brand logo, which makes them much cheaper to sell.
The € 299 windscreen for the Renault Mégane is suitable for the years from 2008 to 2016, and also for the Renault Fluence. This is the price excluding delivery and fitting. If the windscreen has to be installed on location in the Netherlands (you can choose to replace the windscreen at home for example), the all-inclusive price is € 399. Or € 449 if it has to be arranged within two working days, because that is also possible.
If you opt for our windscreens and installation by our certified fitting partners, then windscreen replacement without deductible is a good option; our fitting partners will then often waive your deductible if it is arranged via the insurance.
Do you need to replace your Renault Megane windscreen and do you want the best value for money? Then you have come to the right place. You simply select the right windscreen for your Renault Megane, after which you can immediately choose whether you would like to have your windscreen fitted and/or delivered.
Do you have questions about our products or working method, or can't find the right Renault Megane windscreen? Then please contact us, so that we can help you directly and personally.
