Renault Megane 2003 vs Mazda CX-5 2012

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Renault Megane
2003 - 2006
Mazda CX-5
2012 - 2015
Body: CabrioCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Renault Megane is available only with front wheel drive, while Mazda CX-5 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.6 - 2.02.0 - 2.5

Performance

Power: 115 - 163 HP150 - 192 HP
Torque: 152 - 300 NM210 - 420 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.7 - 13.6 seconds7.9 - 10.2 seconds
In general, Mazda CX-5 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): 5.5 - 8.44.6 - 7.3
Renault Megane petrol engines consumes on average 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mazda CX-5. On average, a Renault Megane with diesel engines consumes about the same amount of fuel per 100 km as a Mazda CX-5.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.36 m4.54 m
Width: 1.78 m1.84 m
Height: 1.40 m1.69 m
Renault Megane is smaller.
Renault Megane is 18 cm shorter than the Mazda CX-5, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Renault Megane is 29 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 190 litres505 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
490 litres1620 litres
Mazda CX-5 has more luggage space.
Renault Megane has 315 litres less trunk space than the Mazda CX-5. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda CX-5 (by 1130 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 1 metres less than that of the Mazda CX-5, which means Renault Megane can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 1`845 kg~ 2`045 kg
Net weight:~ 1`393 kg~ 1`473 kg
Load capacity:~ 452 kg~ 572 kg
Renault Megane load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 27 procentiem less than Mazda CX-5. Therefore, Mazda CX-5 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

above average
Average price (€): 18007200
Pros and Cons: Renault Megane has
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
Mazda CX-5 has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
  • fewer faults
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