RUSH Radar: Renaultsport Megane R26.R

F4Rt 774 Engine

1,998cc turbocharged inline-four
DOHC, 16-valve
Cast-iron block, aluminium head
Air-to-air intercooler
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Max 6,500rpm

Output

230bhp @ 5,500rpm
310Nm @ 3,000rpm

Drivetrain

Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual
Mechanical limited-slip differential

Kerb Weight

1,230kg
Approx. 123kg lighter than standard R26
Power-to-weight - 185bhp/ton
Torque-to-weight - 186lb-ft/ton (252Nm)

Performance

0.60 mph – 5.8 seconds
0–100mph – 14.5 seconds
1/4 mile – 14.8 @ 97mph (est.)
Standing km: 25.4 seconds
Top speed – 148mph
In-Gear Acceleration (50–75mph, 4th): 5.6 seconds
Braking (62–0mph): 34 meters
Nürburgring Nordschleife Record (2008): 8:17

Suspension

Cup chassis
Öhlins dampers (non-adjustable)

Brakes

Brembo 4-piston front calipers
312mm front discs

Wheels & Tyres

18-inch forged alloys
Toyo Proxes R888

Production

450 units worldwide
UK allocation: 230 cars