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MINI Cooper vs Renault Megane
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Cooper leads on running costs and city driving, while the Renault Megane leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Cooper if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Megane leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueRenault
MINI
5.7
Renault
7
Motorway RangeRenault
MINI
4.4
Renault
7.5
FamilyRenault
MINI
4.4
Renault
8.9
ChargingRenault
MINI
5.2
Renault
8.7
Cost Per MileMINI
MINI
8.5
Renault
8
City DrivingMINI
MINI
9
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
- 116 miles more WLTP range
- 230 litres more boot space
- 90 kW faster rapid charging
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,155 (better) | £31,995 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 210 L | 440 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min | 24 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MINI Cooper
Renault Megane
Length
MINI Cooper3,858mm-342mm
Renault Megane4,200mm
Width
MINI Cooper1,756mm-12mm
Renault Megane1,768mm
Height
MINI Cooper1,460mm-45mm
Renault Megane1,505mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,858 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,756 mm (better) | 1,768 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,944 mm (better) | 2,017 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 644 mm spare (better) | 632 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 778 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 210 L | 440 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 800 L | 1332 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MINI Cooper
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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 |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |  Renault Megane Techno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.86m | 4.20m+342mm |
| Width | 1.76m | 1.77m+12mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.94m | 2.02m+73mm |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.50m+45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.53m | 2.69m+159mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 210L | 440L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 800L | 1332L (better) |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 778mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,615kg (better) | 1,772kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 40.7kWh | 67kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 306 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW | 165kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,155 (better) | £31,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £26,155 (not eligible) | £28,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 306 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 255 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min | 24 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 75 kW | 165 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 36.6 kWh | 67 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 135 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm (better) |
| 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.
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
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 | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £28,900 | £25,699 |
| Average used price | £28,900 | £26,847 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 2 listings | 12 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | At or above new price | £5,148 below new |
| 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
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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 - MINI Cooper Cooper E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist77%
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 | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault MeganeTechno 67kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Renault Megane
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
Renault Megane
- £27,9952026Cars2View
- £25,6992026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Megane worth the extra £5,840 over the MINI Cooper?
The Renault Megane costs £5,840 more than the MINI Cooper. For that premium it adds 116 miles more WLTP range, 90 kW faster peak rapid charging and 230 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault Megane comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Cooper or the Renault Megane?
The MINI Cooper is £5,840 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Cooper comes out roughly £5,880 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MINI Cooper and Renault Megane like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the MINI Cooper 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 96 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Cooper or the Renault Megane?
The two are within 12 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper and about 632 mm of total clearance for the Renault Megane.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Cooper or the Renault Megane?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Cooper 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 MINI Cooper's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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 .