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Renault Mégane vs Tesla Model 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (35100 £ vs 34300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Tesla Model 3?

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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.

Tesla Model 3 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 780 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Renault Mégane with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.20 kWh.

As for range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 750 km, about 298 km more than the Renault Mégane.

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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 Tesla Model 3 has a decisively edge – offering 460 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs noticeable better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 102 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls clearly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Renault Mégane is minimal lighter – 1719 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly perceptible more room – 594 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane distinct takes the win – 446 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model 3 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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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Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.2 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 550 - 750 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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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Price
34300 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
550 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
4720 - 4724 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1431 - 1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 kg
Payload
303 - 333 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Tesla

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What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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