Renault Megane 2020 vs BMW 1 series 2019
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 300 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds | |
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Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane engine produces 160 HP more power than BMW 1 series, whereas torque is 180 NM more than BMW 1 series. Thanks to more power Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.7 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 42 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 101 mm (4 inches) | 153 mm (6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 1 series 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 BMW 1 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of BMW 1 series 2019 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 1 series engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW X1, BMW 2 sērija, BMW 4 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 1 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW 1 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW 1 sērija 2019 1.5 engine: The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. While it received generally positive ... More about BMW 1 sērija 2019 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.32 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger, but slightly lower. Renault Megane is 5 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, 8 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 294 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1200 litres | |
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BMW 1 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault Megane has 86 litres less trunk space than the BMW 1 series. This could mean that the Renault Megane uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.2 metres less than that of the BMW 1 series. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`905 | 1`870 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 18 000 | 20 000 | |
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