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Renault Mégane vs Volvo EX30 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Mégane or Volvo EX30 fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Volvo EX30 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault Mégane: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for range, the Volvo EX30 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 476 km, about 24 km more than the Renault Mégane.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo EX30 performs to a small extent better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls convincingly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Mégane is barely noticeable lighter – 1719 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers to a small extent more room – 389 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1332 L, which is about 332 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane a bit takes the win – 446 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX30 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
370 - 390 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
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Volvo

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What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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