BMW 3 series 2022 vs Renault Megane 2020
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| BMW 3 series is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Renault Megane has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| BMW 3 series is available with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Renault Megane can be equipped only with front wheel drive. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 3.0 | 1.3 - 1.6 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 - 381 HP | 92 - 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 700 NM | 144 - 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 - 8.8 seconds | 8.6 - 11.4 seconds | |
| In general, BMW 3 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Renault Megane. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.1 - 8.8 | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 - 141 mm (5.1 - 5.6 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Megane can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.46 m | |
| BMW 3 series is 9 cm longer than the Renault Megane, 4 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 521 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1510 litres | 1504 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the BMW 3 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 3 series (by 6 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres more than that of the Renault Megane, which means BMW 3 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`330 kg | ~ 1`933 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`763 kg | ~ 1`292 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 567 kg | ~ 641 kg | |
| BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 13 procentiem less than Renault Megane. Therefore, Renault Megane is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 15 200 | |
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