Compare performance (225 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Renault Mégane?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Astra has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9866 £.
When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 15.40 kWh per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Renault Mégane performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 452 km, about 33 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra has a slight edge – offering 225 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 7 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 Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs evident better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls slightly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is clearly perceptible lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers barely noticeable more room – 422 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs slight better – up to 1339 L, which is about 7 L more than the Renault Mégane.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra somewhat takes the win – 509 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra 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.
The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsThe 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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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Price
35100 - 38500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Electric Range
452 km
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Curb weight
1719 kg
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
389 L
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Length
4374 mm
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Length
4200 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1783 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Height
1505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Max trunk capacity
1332 L
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Payload
446 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Power HP
218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Power kW
160 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.