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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Renault Mégane?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

Renault Mégane

  • somewhat cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Mégane is somewhat cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,985 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Renault Mégane. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 228 km more than the Renault Mégane.

Mégane

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 432 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Mégane is somewhat lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers barely more boot space – 401 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Mégane carries marginally more – 446 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 stands well ahead of its rival 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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IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Renault Mégane

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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 IONIQ 6
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 64,300 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 - 680 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
1,892 - 2,134 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
401 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
-
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
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