Renault Megane Sedan Review: Why Isn't It Sold in Western Europe?
The Renault Megane Sedan is a different car from the hatchback/electric Megane familiar to Western Europe — it's built specifically for Turkey, the Middle East, and CIS markets. We round up regional press coverage and current Turkish pricing.
Renault Megane Sedan Review: Why Isn't It Sold in Western Europe?
The first and most important thing we found while researching the Renault Megane Sedan is this: it is not the same car as the hatchback or fully electric E-Tech Megane sold in Germany or the UK. The Megane Sedan, with its classic three-box body, is built specifically for Turkey, the Middle East, and CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) markets, and isn't sold in Western Europe at all — which is why you won't find a current review of this specific sedan on mainstream Western European outlets like Autocar, Top Gear, or Auto Motor und Sport.
What Regional Press Has Written
While Western European press stays silent on it, real reviews do exist in the regions where the Megane Sedan is actually sold. Jordan Times describes the SCE115 version (a 1.6-litre naturally aspirated engine) sold in Jordan as a "sensible, stylish saloon." Russian automotive site autostrong-m.ru published a more detailed test drive of the 1.5 dCi diesel EDC version.
Strengths Highlighted by Regional Reviews
- Much bolder, coupe-like exterior styling compared to the previous Fluence model
- Strong low-end torque on the diesel version
- Low fuel consumption (the Russian test measured 5.1L/100km)
- A smooth-shifting dual-clutch EDC transmission
- A generous 503-litre boot with a full-size spare tyre
- Comfort features on higher trims: Multi-Sense drive modes, a heated steering wheel, massage seats, and a panoramic glass roof
Criticisms Highlighted by Regional Reviews
- Limited headroom, front and rear, especially for tall passengers, due to the sloping roofline
- Limited rear visibility from the steeply raked rear window
- Noticeable tyre/engine noise on the motorway
- A touchscreen-controlled climate system found distracting and unintuitive
Who Is It For?
The consensus across regional press positions the Megane Sedan as a value-driven family saloon for emerging markets, rather than a car built for driving enthusiasts or tall passengers.
Which Megane Sedan Versions Are Sold in Turkey?
| Version | Engine | Price |
|---|---|---|
| TOUCH 1.3 TCe 140 HP (Manual) | 1.3 TCe | 1,841,000 TRY |
| TOUCH 1.3 TCe EDC 140 HP | 1.3 TCe | 2,199,000 TRY |
| ICON 1.3 TCe EDC 140 HP | 1.3 TCe | 2,349,000 TRY |
| ICON 1.5 Blue dCi EDC 115 HP (Diesel) | 1.5 Blue dCi | 2,699,000 TRY |
Turkey's Megane Sedan is sold with a turbo 1.3 TCe engine rather than the naturally aspirated 1.6 SCE115 sold in Jordan; the diesel option belongs to the same engine family as the 1.5 dCi tested in the Russian review. See our Renault Megane Sedan page for current prices and full equipment details.
Conclusion
The Megane Sedan is a distinctive model with no standard answer to "how was it received abroad." Since it isn't sold in Western Europe, there's no coverage from the major outlets there — but in the markets where its class is actually sold, like Jordan and Russia, it's left a positive impression. You can see where it ranks among Turkey's best-selling sedans in our Turkey's Best-Selling Cars in June 2026 article.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Renault Megane Sedan the same car as the Megane sold in Western Europe?
No. Unlike the hatchback and fully electric E-Tech Megane sold in Western Europe, the Megane Sedan, with its classic three-box body, is built specifically for Turkey, the Middle East, and CIS markets and isn't sold in Western Europe.
Why is there no Western European press coverage of the Megane Sedan?
Since this model isn't sold in Western Europe, mainstream UK/German outlets like Autocar and Top Gear don't test it; however, regional press reviews do exist in markets where it is sold, such as Jordan and Russia.
Which is the most affordable Megane Sedan version in Turkey?
The TOUCH 1.3 TCe 140 HP manual version, at 1,841,000 TRY, is the most affordable option; for those who want an automatic transmission, the TOUCH 1.3 TCe EDC version starts at 2,199,000 TRY.
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