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Renault Mégane vs BMW iX3 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 469 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or BMW iX3?

Renault Mégane vs BMW iX3: Key differences

Renault Mégane

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

BMW iX3

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  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Mégane

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Mégane is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Renault Mégane. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 353 km more than the Renault Mégane.

iX3

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 BMW iX3 offers substantially more power – delivering 469 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX3 delivers significantly more torque with 645 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 345 Nm more.

Mégane

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 terms of curb weight, Renault Mégane is noticeably lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 641 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX3 carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX3 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.

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iX3

BMW iX3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 469 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 805 km
Renault Mégane
BMW iX3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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Renault Mégane
BMW iX3

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
60,800 - 66,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
805 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
-
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,200 mm
Length
-
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
469 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
645 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
BMW
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