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Renault Mégane vs Nissan Micra - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 24000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Nissan Micra?

Renault Mégane

Nissan Micra

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 Micra has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Nissan Micra: with 14.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Renault Mégane with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Renault Mégane performs minimal better – achieving up to 452 km, about 36 km more than the Nissan Micra.

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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 Renault Mégane has a evident edge – offering 218 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Nissan Micra takes 8 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Mégane performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Nissan Micra tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Nissan Micra is to a small extent lighter – 1452 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers slightly more room – 389 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs slightly better – up to 1332 L, which is about 226 L more than the Nissan Micra.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane barely noticeable takes the win – 446 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Mégane proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Mégane is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 452 km
Renault Mégane
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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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Nissan Micra

The Nissan Micra is a compact hatchback renowned for its agile handling and city-friendly dimensions. With a design that blends sleek curves with a practical layout, it appeals to urban drivers who value style and efficiency. Inside, the car offers a surprising amount of room and useful tech features, making it both a convenient and comfortable ride for daily commutes.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
35100 - 38500 £
Price
24000 - 29900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1452 - 1527 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
3974 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1774 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1490 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
403 - 408 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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Nissan
What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.