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Renault Mégane vs Suzuki Swift - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 17100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Suzuki Swift?

Renault Mégane

Suzuki Swift

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Swift has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 17915 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Mégane has a convincingly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Suzuki Swift performs slight better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Mégane pulls convincingly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 188 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Suzuki Swift is clearly lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers evident more room – 389 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs noticeable better – up to 1332 L, which is about 352 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane evident takes the win – 446 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Mégane shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
37 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Suzuki

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What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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