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Kia e-Niro vs Renault Megane
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Kia Niro EV with the Renault Megane
In this comparison, Kia e-Niro 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
Kia
0
Renault
7
Motorway RangeRenault
Kia
2.5
Renault
7.5
FamilyRenault
Kia
3.7
Renault
8.9
ChargingRenault
Kia
0.3
Renault
8.7
Cost Per MileRenault
Kia
5.1
Renault
8
City DrivingRenault
Kia
7.1
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
- 126 miles more WLTP range
- 115 kW faster rapid charging
- 60 kW more power
- 2.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £31,995 |
| Official range | 180 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 451 L (better) | 440 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia e-Niro
Renault Megane
Length
Kia e-Niro4,375mm
Renault Megane4,200mm-175mm
Width
Kia e-Niro1,805mm
Renault Megane1,768mm-37mm
Height
Kia e-Niro1,570mm
Renault Megane1,505mm-65mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,375 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm | 1,768 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,017 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare | 632 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 451 L (better) | 440 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1332 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
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 |  Kia e-Niro 2 |  Renault Megane Techno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.20m-175mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.77m-37mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.50m-65mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.69m-15mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 451L (better) | 440L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1332L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,667kg (better) | 1,772kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 67kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 180 mi | 306 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 165kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £31,995 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £28,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2019–2022 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 180 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 126 miles | 255 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 165 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 39.2 kWh | 67 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 300 Nm |
| Drivetrain | fwd | 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.
Kia e-Niro
2
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 | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,495 | £25,699 |
| Average used price | £15,045 | £26,847 |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
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 | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Kia e-Niro
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Renault Megane
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia e-Niro
No active listings.
Renault Megane
- £27,9952026Cars2View
- £25,6992026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia e-Niro and Renault Megane like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro 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 129 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia e-Niro or the Renault Megane?
The Renault Megane is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 37 mm narrower than the Kia e-Niro. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 632 mm of total clearance for the Renault Megane and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia e-Niro or the Renault Megane?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Kia e-Niro and 90% for the Renault Megane. That gives the Renault Megane a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Renault Megane's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia e-Niro's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The Renault Megane has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia e-Niro.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .