The Megane RS, the little bombinet well known to fans of the Renault brand, is about to disappear. The names “RS” (for “Renault Sport”), which were limited to the sports versions of Renault models, initially appeared in 1976 in Formula 1. It was first used on a production model in 1995, on the Spider. But such especially on Clio and Megan that the denomination has gained importance. The Clio II RS in 1999 and Megane II RS in 2003, the received engines of 172 and 225 horsepower, respectively, once passed the pool of “wizards” Renault Sport. Because Megane III and Megane IV were entitled to more radical versions of the RS.

Renault Sport gives way to Alpine

The Mégane III RS is also well known to the general public, not just car enthusiasts! She actually has equipped with the Rapid Intervention Brigade (BRI) of the National Gendarmerie from 2010 to 2020. At that time, it replaced the Subaru Impreza and secured their mission until arrival Alpine A110 news. The disappearance of the RS name is due to Alpine, Renault’s “new” sports brand, revived in 2017. He should become the only sports model of the group. Another sign of change: it has already replaced Renault Sport in Formula 1.

From now on, “Alpine” variants will be used for Renault sports models instead of “Renault Sport”. Therefore, The Alpine replaces the RS at all levels, and the last model with the designation RS will be the current generation of the thermal Mégane. It is also aboutone of Renault’s latest sports models available on 100% internal combustionbefore replacing A110 with a new electric generation.

One last set and then on

To mark the end of the Mégane RS, Renault has just unveiled a limited edition called “Ultimate”, based on the Mégane RS Trophy. She will have extended front and rear fenders19-inch Fuji Light rims and lots of black jewelry on the hood, wings and roof in particular. Inside is a plaque with the name and number of this farewell series. Renault plans 1976 copiesrecalling the founding year of Renault Sport. Four colors will be offered: black, white, yellow and orange. There will be no changes from the technical sidesince the motor o 300 horsepower will retain the same characteristics and performance. Production is planned for the end of 2023 just over 50,000 euros, excluding fines. The name Mégane RS and Renault Sport both will disappear in 2024.