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Renault Mégane vs MG MG4 Urban comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 160 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or MG MG4 Urban?

Renault Mégane vs MG MG4 Urban: Key differences

Renault Mégane

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG MG4 Urban

  • significantly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

MG MG4 Urban is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MG MG4 Urban is barely more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Renault Mégane. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 36 km more than the MG MG4 Urban.

Mégane

Engine and Performance:

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 Renault Mégane offers noticeably more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 160 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the MG MG4 Urban takes 9.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Mégane delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 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, MG MG4 Urban is slightly lighter – 1,460 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG4 Urban offers slightly more boot space – 479 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG4 Urban carries barely more – 450 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane is barely ahead 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.

from £35,100
Mégane

Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 452 km
Renault Mégane
MG MG4 Urban

Costs and Consumption

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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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MG MG4 Urban

The MG4 Urban is an affordable, well‑packaged electric hatchback that balances everyday practicality with a surprisingly roomy cabin and confident handling. It’s a smart choice if you want an easy-to-live-with EV that focuses on value and usable range rather than luxury frills.

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Renault Mégane
MG MG4 Urban

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
21,400 - 27,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 - 15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
325 - 416 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Curb weight
1,460 - 1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 479 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
-
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,842 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 kg
Payload
450 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
150 - 160 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
110 - 118 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
MG
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