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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Renault Mégane – Which one offers the better deal?
Two cars, one duel: BMW 3 Series Touring meets Renault Mégane.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
3 Series Touring
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Mégane has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6000 £.
As for range, the Renault Mégane performs decisively better – achieving up to 452 km, about 355 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
Mégane
@ Renault Group Media
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a clearly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs clearly better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 140 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls decisively stronger with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm difference.
3 Series Touring
@ BMW Group Press
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 curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is hardly perceptible lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 69 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers distinct more room – 500 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs somewhat better – up to 1510 L, which is about 178 L more than the Renault Mégane.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring slightly takes the win – 520 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £41,100
@ BMW Group Press
BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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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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BMW 3 Series Touring
Renault Mégane
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
35100 - 38500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
452 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1719 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
389 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4200 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1783 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1332 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
446 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Power HP
218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Power kW
160 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Renault
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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.