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Renault Mégane vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Renault Mégane vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Renault Mégane

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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.

Toyota Corolla Cross is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,352 £.

Corolla Cross

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 somewhat more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Mégane

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is markedly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers a bit more boot space – 473 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries visibly more – 560 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

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
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Reviews Toyota Corolla Cross

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Paul
27 May 2026, 05:09:50

Lack of soundproofing due to aerodynamics (wind noise, or noise from tire rolling — it would be helped a lot if it came from the factory with Continental tires)
Thank you.

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Henk
13 Feb 2026, 15:47:52

Very good in terms of power. Less good on sound and getting in because of a protruding dashboard.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 120 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
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
-
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 kg
Payload
515 - 560 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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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 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Renault Mégane have?

The Renault Mégane is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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