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Hyundai i30 vs Renault Mégane – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai i30 or Renault Mégane fits your lifestyle better.

Hyundai i30

Renault Mégane

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i30 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11066 £.

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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 Renault Mégane has a evident edge – offering 218 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 performs to a small extent better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 47 Nm difference.

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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 i30 is distinct lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 428 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers barely noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs barely noticeable better – up to 1332 L, which is about 31 L more than the Hyundai i30.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 a bit takes the win – 509 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Mégane proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Mégane is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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