2018 Renault Megane RS Tech Specs Model tested Renault Megane RS Sport EDC Pricing approx. €45,000 (to be confirmed) Engine 1.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol Transmission six-speed dual-clutch automatic Body style five-door hatchback CO2 emissions 155g/km (Band C, €390 per annum) Combined economy 40.9mpg (6.9 litres/100km) Top speed 250km/h 0-100km/h 5.8 seconds Power 280hp at 6,000rpm Torque 390Nm at 2,400-4,800rpm Boot space 384 litres (seats up); 1,247 litres (seats folded) EuroNCAP rating for the Renault Megane 2018 Ford Focus RS Tech Specs Model tested Ford Focus RS Pricing €52,600 Engine 2.3-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol Transmission six-speed manual, four-wheel drive Body style five-door hatchback CO2 emissions 175g/km (Band E, €750 per annum) Combined economy 36.7mpg (7.7 litres/100km) Top speed 266km/h 0-100km/h 4.7 seconds Power 350hp at 6,000rpm Torque 440Nm (470Nm overboost) at 2,000- to 4,500rpm Weight 1,599kg Boot space 260 litres (seats up); 1,045 litres (seats folded) EuroNCAP rating five-star; 92% adult; 82% child; 72% pedestrian; 71% safety assist Source: www.completecar.ie "SUBSCRIBE NOW"