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Audi A8 vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Renault Mégane?

Audi A8 vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Renault Mégane

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Mégane is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,314 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers considerably more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 394 km more than the Audi A8.

Mégane

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Mégane is a bit lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers marginally more boot space – 390 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 254 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane is clearly ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Mégane

Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 452 km
Audi A8
Renault Mégane

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Audi A8
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
-
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Renault
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