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Hyundai i20 vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (90 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (18600 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Renault Mégane?

Hyundai i20

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Renault Mégane

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i20 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18600 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16457 £.

Mégane

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 Renault Mégane has a decisively edge – offering 218 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.50 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls convincingly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm difference.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i20 is convincingly lighter – 1145 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 574 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers slight more room – 389 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 slight takes the win – 465 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane is clearly superior 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.

Hyundai i20
Renault Mégane

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Mégane

Renault Mégane

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

Hyundai i20

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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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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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Hyundai i20
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
18600 - 24000 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.70 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1145 - 1170 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
-
Length
4200 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
-
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.