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Ford Kuga vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Renault Mégane?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Renault Mégane

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.

Ford Kuga has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 815 £.

As for range, the Renault Mégane performs clearly better – achieving up to 452 km, about 384 km more than the Ford Kuga.

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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 Ford Kuga has a a bit edge – offering 243 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs to a small extent better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Ford Kuga is somewhat lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers minimal more room – 412 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs somewhat better – up to 1534 L, which is about 202 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga somewhat takes the win – 550 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Mégane shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 452 km
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Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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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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4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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