Compare performance (148 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 65,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Morgan Plus Four?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Austral is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Morgan Plus Four costs 65,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,000 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Austral uses 6.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Morgan Plus Four with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Morgan Plus Four offers substantially more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Morgan Plus Four is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Morgan Plus Four delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Austral offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Morgan Plus Four is considerably lighter – 1,009 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 539 kg.
The Morgan Plus Four is far ahead overall 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 Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.
detailsThe Morgan Plus Four is a charming, hand-built roadster that marries classic coachbuilt style with surprisingly sure-footed modern manners, ideal for buyers who want personality over anonymity. Its open-top theatrics and tactile controls turn every country lane into a small celebration, and while it isn’t for fans of bland practicality, it rewards enthusiasts with pure, unfiltered driving delight.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
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Price
65,900 - 68,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
145 g/km
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co2
159 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,548 kg
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Curb weight
1,009 - 1,013 kg
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Trunk capacity
555 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,650 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
148 HP
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Power HP
258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
270 Nm
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Torque
350 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
109 kW
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Power kW
190 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2020
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Morgan
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