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Mercedes B Class vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (238 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Renault Mégane?

Mercedes B Class

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes B Class has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1928 £.

As for range, the Renault Mégane performs clearly better – achieving up to 452 km, about 369 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

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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 Mercedes B Class has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 238 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls distinct stronger with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is distinct lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 314 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers slightly more room – 455 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs slightly better – up to 1540 L, which is about 208 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class slightly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Mégane shows itself to be barely ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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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Mercedes B Class

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The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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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
33100 - 52500 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4419 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1562 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?

The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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