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Renault Mégane vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or VW ID.3?

Renault Mégane vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Renault Mégane

  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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.

VW ID.3 is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,746 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.3 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Renault Mégane. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 591 km, about 139 km more than the Renault Mégane.

ID.3

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 VW ID.3 offers visibly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers clearly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm more.

Mégane

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 terms of curb weight, Renault Mégane is only slightly lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers only slightly more boot space – 389 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 is decisively ahead 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.

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ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 591 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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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Renault Mégane
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
31,300 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
383 - 591 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
-
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 kg
Payload
437 - 473 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
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Mégane have?

The Renault Mégane is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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