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Kia Stonic vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (20,100 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Renault Mégane?

Kia Stonic vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Renault Mégane

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Stonic

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.

Kia Stonic is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,100 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,923 £.

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 substantially more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Kia Stonic is slightly faster – reaching 182 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Mégane delivers noticeably more torque with 300 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Stonic

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is clearly lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 514 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers marginally more boot space – 389 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,332 L, about 177 L more than the Kia Stonic.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Mégane carries barely more – 446 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane is far ahead 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.

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Mégane

Renault Mégane

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

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Jan
18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
4 Feb 2026, 13:19:36

I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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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
20,100 - 26,600 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 133 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4,165 mm
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
1,520 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
440 - 445 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 - 115 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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