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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Renault Megane
Selected trimStandard Range RWDChange trim273 mi · 63 kWh · £40,695
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 5 stays competitive across the board, while the Renault Megane leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault Megane if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Megane wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueRenault
Hyundai
6.1
Renault
7
Motorway RangeRenault
Hyundai
6.4
Renault
7.5
FamilyRenault
Hyundai
7.7
Renault
8.9
ChargingRenault
Hyundai
7.9
Renault
8.7
Cost Per MileRenault
Hyundai
6.8
Renault
8
City DrivingRenault
Hyundai
3.3
Renault
8.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Renault Megane
Techno 67kWh
- £8,700 cheaper
- 32 miles more WLTP range
- 35 kW more power
- 0.9s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,695 | £31,995 (better) |
| Official range | 273 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 440 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Renault Megane
Length
Hyundai IONIQ 54,655mm
Renault Megane4,200mm-455mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm
Renault Megane1,768mm-122mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm
Renault Megane1,505mm-100mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,655 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm | 1,768 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,116 mm | 2,017 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare | 632 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 440 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1587 L (better) | 1332 L |
| Frunk | 57 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Peak DC charging of 260 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Renault Megane
- 306 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Peak DC charging of 165 kW, faster than 100% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD |  Renault Megane Techno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.66m | 4.20m-455mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.77m-122mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.12m | 2.02m-99mm |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.50m-100mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 2.69m-315mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 440L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1587L (better) | 1332L |
| Frunk | 57L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,920kg | 1,772kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh | 67kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi | 306 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 260kW (better) | 165kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,695 | £31,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £40,695 (not eligible) | £28,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 228 miles | 255 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 260 kW (better) | 165 kW |
| Home AC charging | 10.5 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh | 67 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 300 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Not available |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
8.9/10
average across 7 reviews
- DrivingElectric5/5
- Car Magazine5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
Renault Megane
Techno 67kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £29,990 | £25,699 |
| Average used price | £33,990 | £26,847 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 18 listings (better) | 12 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £6,705 below new | £5,148 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 14.6% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Renault Megane Techno 67kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users65%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Renault Megane
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £29,9902025Cars2View
- £40,4902026Cars2View
- £33,9902026Cars2View
Renault Megane
- £25,6992026Cars2View
- £27,9952026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 worth the extra £8,700 over the Renault Megane?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs £8,700 more than the Renault Megane. For that premium it adds 95 kW faster peak rapid charging and 80 litres more boot space. The Renault Megane is not just cheaper - it also offers 32 miles more WLTP range, 35 kW more power and a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault Megane comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Renault Megane?
The Renault Megane is £8,700 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Renault Megane comes out roughly £8,740 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Renault Megane like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 228 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 255 miles for the Renault Megane - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault Megane goes roughly 27 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Renault Megane?
The Renault Megane is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 122 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 632 mm of total clearance for the Renault Megane and about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Renault Megane also turns in a 1.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Renault Megane?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 90% for the Renault Megane. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Renault Megane's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
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