Renault Megane III 5-door hatchback (X95) with Menabo Tema aluminium roof bars

On a 5-door Renault Megane III hatchback we fitted a set of Menabo Tema aluminium roof bars, clamped directly onto the body. The fitting was done in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania.

About the car: Renault Megane III hatchback (X95)

The Renault Megane III, code X95, was built from December 2008 to 2016 on the Renault-Nissan C platform, and the 5-door hatchback (code BZ0/1) officially went on sale in October 2008, together with the Coupé version. The model was facelifted in January 2012 and again for 2014.

The Megane III hatchback has no roof rails, so the roof bars are clamped onto the door frames, using fittings made for the car. That is why the Menabo Tema kit is specific to the 5-door Megane III. One detail to remember: on the Megane III the roof options differ by factory, with models from Spain possibly having an optional glass roof and those from Turkey and Russia a sunroof, so it is best to tell us which roof you have when you choose the roof bars.

What we fitted on this Megane III

We fitted the Menabo Tema Aluminium roof bars for the Renault Megane III, 5-door, 2008-2016, some of the best-known roof bars on the market, designed for cars without factory roof rails. The roof bars have an oval, aerodynamic profile, and all metal components are finished with a rubberised anti-corrosion coating for a long service life.

Each bar is 1,120 mm long, 30 mm high and 48 mm wide, with a 20 mm T-track on top for accessories with T-bolt fittings. If your accessory has no T-bolt fitting, you can attach it with U-bolts around the outside of the bar. The maximum load is 50 kg, and the bars are TÜV and ISO certified. You can fit a bike rack, a roof box, a ski rack or a kayak & canoe rack on them.

Specifications and practical tips

• In the package: 4 fittings for the Renault Megane III 5-door, 4 feet, 2 aluminium bars, 4 locks with keys and an Allen key; you do not need any other tools.
• The set weighs 4.9 kg, according to the product data sheet.
• Useful calculation: from the 50 kg of the roof bars, subtract the weight of the empty accessory (box, bike rack or ski rack), and the difference is all you can load in or on it.
• The manufacturer states that the maximum load can differ by car, so also check the roof load in the Renault Megane III manual.
• Menabo recommends not exceeding 130 km/h with the roof bars on the car; the oval profile helps reduce noise, but does not eliminate it completely.

Frequently asked questions

Which roof bars fit the Renault Megane III hatchback without roof rails?

On the 5-door Renault Megane III hatchback (2008-2016), which has no roof rails, the following fit the Menabo Tema Aluminium roof bars with a dedicated kit. They clamp onto the door frames, are 1,120 mm long and carry a maximum of 50 kg.

How much weight do the Menabo Tema roof bars carry on the Renault Megane III?

The Menabo Tema Aluminium roof bars for the 5-door Renault Megane III have a maximum load of 50 kg, from which the weight of the fitted accessory is subtracted; the total must also respect the roof load in the car's manual.

Can I fit a bike rack on the Menabo Tema roof bars on the Megane III?

Yes, the Menabo Tema Aluminium roof bars on the Renault Megane III have a 20 mm T-track and also accept U-bolt fitting around the outside, so you can fit bike racks, roof boxes or ski racks on them. The steps for the bike rack are in the guide Fitting steps for roof-mounted bike racks.

Why do roof bars make noise on the Renault Megane?

The roof bars on the Renault Megane change the aerodynamics of the car, so they can whistle on the road, especially with accessories fitted and at high speed. The Menabo Tema roof bars have an oval profile, which lets air pass more easily than a square one. Find out more in the guide Why do my roof bars make noise while driving.

We are waiting for you in the showroom

Do you have a Megane III without roof rails and want to get it ready for a holiday or for cycling trips? We are waiting for you in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania, where you will find roof bars and bike racks that suit you. For questions, contact us through our contact page or at [email protected]. contact us through our contact page or at [email protected].

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Sources: Renault Megane, generation III (X95) - Wikipedia · Guide: Fitting steps for bike racks on roof bars · Guide: Why do my roof bars make noise while driving · product pages on suportbicicleta.ro