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Renault Mégane vs Toyota Corolla – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Toyota Corolla?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Corolla has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6480 £.

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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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 218 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is evident lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers slight more room – 389 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1332 L, which is about 280 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla slight takes the win – 450 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Mégane proves to be barely ahead 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
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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota

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What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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