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Renault Mégane vs Tesla Roadster comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs ), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 184,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Tesla Roadster?

Renault Mégane vs Tesla Roadster: Key differences

Renault Mégane

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space
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Tesla Roadster

  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mégane

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Mégane is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 149,228 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Roadster offers clearly more range – reaching up to 1,000 km, about 548 km more than the Renault Mégane.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Renault Mégane offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers considerably more boot space – 389 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 389 L.

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 accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Roadster is significantly faster – reaching 402 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 242 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 9,700 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane holds a decisive overall lead 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
Tesla Roadster

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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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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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Renault Mégane
Tesla Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
184,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
1,000 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
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
-
Width
1,783 mm
Width
-
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 kg
Payload
-

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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
402 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
10,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
-
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Tesla
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