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Renault Mégane vs SEAT Arona comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or SEAT Arona?

Renault Mégane vs SEAT Arona: Key differences

Renault Mégane

  • noticeably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h

SEAT Arona

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • barely more trunk space

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

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mégane

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.

SEAT Arona is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,357 £.

Arona

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 150 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the SEAT Arona takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Mégane delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Mégane

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Arona is significantly lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 531 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Arona offers barely more boot space – 400 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries somewhat more – 522 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane stands out in the key areas 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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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
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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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SEAT Arona

The SEAT Arona is a cheeky urban crossover that mixes sharp styling with sensible practicality, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want personality without fuss. It’s zippy in traffic, comfortable enough for daily driving, and brings enough character to make routine journeys feel a little more fun.

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Reviews SEAT Arona

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Jorge Soares
26 Mar 2026, 01:31:22

Comprei há 2 meses o Seat Arona novo DE 95 cv... ´Trata-se da versão base...
Estou muito contente com o mesmo...
Tem um ótima posição elevada da condução, é económico, tem uma bagageira com uma boa capacidade de arrumação...
Considero que este B Suv tem uma aparência bem desportiva e atraente...
Só tenho pena deste carro não ter instalados de fábrica os faróis dianteiros de nevoeiro, nem a câmara de ré acho que isto faz muita falta a nível da segurança da condução... Só a versão superior do carro é que traz instalada isto tudo...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
20,700 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
120 - 132 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
1,188 - 1,268 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
-
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Renault
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Renault Mégane have?

The Renault Mégane is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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