Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane engine produces 42 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 127 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 6.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.6
5.1
The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault Megane consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 75 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
55 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1070 km in combined cycle
1070 km in combined cycle
1250 km on highway
1300 km on highway
Dimensions
Length:
4.21 m
4.15 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.44 m
Renault Megane is larger. Renault Megane is 6 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 4 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
330 litres
330 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1190 litres
1184 litres
Turning diameter:
10.5 meters
10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Renault Megane can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Power steering:
Electric power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably significantly better