BMW 1 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than Renault Megane. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Ground clearance:
130 - 140 mm (5.1 - 5.5 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:
4.33 m
4.36 m
Width:
1.77 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.45 m
BMW 1 series is smaller. BMW 1 series is 3 cm shorter than the Renault Megane, 5 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 1 series is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
360 litres
407 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1200 litres
1247 litres
Renault Megane has more luggage space. BMW 1 series has 47 litres less trunk space than the Renault Megane. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Megane (by 47 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11.8 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 1 series is 0.5 metres less than that of the Renault Megane, which means BMW 1 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
