Renault Megane CC: first pics

The new Renault Megane CC features a novel two-piece, full-length folding glass roof. This roof can be raised or lowered in 21 seconds.

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The dark glazing is framed by black metal spars, which give the impression of an all-glass structure, which looks lighter and less bulky.

A fixed glass wind deflector is positioned behind the back-seat headrests, which Renault claims enables all four occupants to enjoy “draught-free driving” at speeds of up to 56mph.

The four-seater Megane CC will be available with a choice of two petrol and three diesel engines.

Petrol options are either a 110bhp 1.6-litre or 140bhp 2-litre engine, the latter of which is available with a new continuously variable transmission (CVT) – which is an automatic gearbox.

Diesel options are a 110bhp 1.5-litre, a 130bhp 1.9-litre and a 160bhp 2-litre. The lower-powered diesel is the first Renault model to be available with the marque’s version of Volkswagen's semi-automatic DSG gearbox.

Renault's six-speed Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) automatic transmission improves fuel economy and lowers emissions by up to 17 per cent compared to the manual gearbox.

Setting its sights on the premium market, extras include auto electric parking brake, hands-free starting and locking, cruise control, daytime running lights, directional bi-Xenon headlamps and USB connectivity.

The new Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet will go on sale in the UK in June.

Prices have yet to be announced but are expected to remain competitive to rival the Peugeot 308 CC, which starts at £20,000.

There are more than 1,500 used Renault Megane convertibles for sale on Auto Trader.

By Rhian Angharad Jones

Video: check out a trailer for the new Renault Megane CC