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Hyundai Nexo vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Renault Mégane?

Hyundai Nexo vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • markedly more trunk space
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Renault Mégane

  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Mégane is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,857 £.

Mégane

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 offers marginally more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers slightly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Nexo

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 a bit lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane holds a solid overall lead 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.

from £35,100
Mégane

Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 452 km
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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever 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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Hyundai Nexo
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
-
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
485 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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