Renault Megane 2016 vs Peugeot 308 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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Peugeot 308 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane and Peugeot 308 have the same engine power, but Renault Megane torque is 25 NM less than Peugeot 308. Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 | 4.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km | 7.4 l/100km | |
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The Peugeot 308 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 330 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 690 km in combined cycle | 1150 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 1290 km on highway | ||
| 620 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
| Peugeot 308 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 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. Note, however, that this Renault Megane version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 308 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.25 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.46 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger, but slightly lower. Renault Megane is 11 cm longer than the Peugeot 308, 1 cm wider, while the height of Renault Megane is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 384 litres | 420 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1247 litres | 1228 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 36 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. This could mean that the Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (by 19 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.8 metres more than that of the Peugeot 308, which means Renault Megane can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`823 | 1`770 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Peugeot 308 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Renault Megane, so Peugeot 308 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 14 400 | 11 200 | |
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