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Renault Mégane vs Toyota Yaris – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Renault Mégane meets Toyota Yaris.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Yaris has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 13200 £.

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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 Toyota Yaris has a noticeable edge – offering 280 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs noticeable better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls noticeable stronger with 390 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.

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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 Yaris is significantly lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 629 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers distinct more room – 389 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1332 L, which is about 397 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris somewhat takes the win – 525 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Yaris 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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Toyota Yaris

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 9.5 L
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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 Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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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