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Mazda MX-30 vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Renault Mégane?

Mazda MX-30 vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • a bit cheaper

Renault Mégane

  • markedly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

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

MX-30

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.

Mazda MX-30 is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Mégane is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers significantly more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 367 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

Mégane

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Mégane offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Mégane is slightly faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

MX-30

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, Renault Mégane is marginally lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers moderately more boot space – 389 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,332 L, about 177 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Mégane carries barely more – 446 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane holds a decisive 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.

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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
Mazda MX-30
Renault Mégane

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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Mazda MX-30
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
170 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
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