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Kia XCeed vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Renault Mégane?

Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Renault Mégane

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia XCeed has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11923 £.

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 has a somewhat edge – offering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs noticeable better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

XCeed

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, Kia XCeed is evident lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 368 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers minimal more room – 426 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs minimal better – up to 1378 L, which is about 46 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed slight takes the win – 479 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Mégane proves to be shows small but notable strengths and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Mégane is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,100
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
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Kia XCeed

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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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
23100 - 33000 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
144 - 155 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
426 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1826 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
471 - 479 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
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault

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Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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