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Nissan Qashqai vs Renault Mégane – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Nissan Qashqai or Renault Mégane fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Nissan Qashqai has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5452 £.

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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 Renault Mégane has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs evident better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 330 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is distinct lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers noticeable more room – 504 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs slight better – up to 1447 L, which is about 115 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai a bit takes the win – 520 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Qashqai proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Qashqai is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L
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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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
29600 - 39900 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 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
102 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Renault

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Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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