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Nissan Micra vs Renault Megane (2022-2024)
Selected trimEngage 40kWhChange trim196 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Nissan Micra leads on running costs and city driving, while the Renault Megane leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Nissan Micra if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Renault Megane (2022-2024) if...
- 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 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Nissan
6.2
Renault
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Nissan
3.6
Renault
3.9
Too close to call
FamilyRenault
Nissan
6.1
Renault
8.9
ChargingRenault
Nissan
4.2
Renault
6.3
Cost Per MileNissan
Nissan
6.9
Renault
3.9
City DrivingNissan
Nissan
8.9
Renault
7.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Renault Megane
Equilibre EV60 optimum charge
- 84 miles more WLTP range
- 114 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 70 kW more power
- 1.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 900 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh | Renault MeganeEquilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,995 (better) | £35,995 |
| Official range | 196 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 326 L | 440 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 32 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Nissan Micra
Renault Megane
Length
Nissan Micra4,084mm-116mm
Renault Megane4,200mm
Width
Nissan Micra1,780mm
Renault Megane1,768mm-12mm
Height
Nissan Micra1,530mm
Renault Megane1,505mm-25mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh | Renault MeganeEquilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,084 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,780 mm | 1,768 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,017 mm |
| Height | 1,530 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 620 mm spare | 632 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh | Renault MeganeEquilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 326 L | 440 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1332 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 900 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Nissan Micra
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Renault Megane
- 280 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 130 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 440 L is bigger than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh |  Renault Megane Equilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.08m | 4.20m+116mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.77m-12mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.50m-25mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.58m | 2.69m+105mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 326L | 440L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1332L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,400kg (better) | 1,636kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 900kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 40kWh | 60kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 196 mi | 280 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,995 (better) | £35,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £21,495 (-£1,500) | £35,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh | Renault MeganeEquilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 196 miles | 280 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 137 miles | 193 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 32 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 143 Wh/km (better) | 161 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 40 kWh | 60 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh | Renault MeganeEquilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 90 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Torque | 225 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.
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
Renault Megane
Equilibre EV60 optimum charge
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Renault Megane Equilibre EV60 optimum charge
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 | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh | Renault MeganeEquilibre EV60 optimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Nissan Micra
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Renault Megane
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Live used listings
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Nissan Micra
No active listings.
Renault Megane
- £16,5952022Drive GreenView
- £15,5952023Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Megane worth the extra £13,000 over the Nissan Micra?
The Renault Megane costs £13,000 more than the Nissan Micra. For that premium it adds 84 miles more WLTP range, 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 114 litres more boot space. The Nissan Micra is not just cheaper - it also offers lower energy use, 143 versus 161 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault Megane comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Nissan Micra or the Renault Megane?
The Nissan Micra is £13,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Nissan Micra comes out roughly £13,080 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Nissan Micra and Renault Megane like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 137 miles for the Nissan Micra and 193 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 56 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-32 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Nissan Micra 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 632 mm of total clearance for the Renault Megane and about 620 mm of total clearance for the Nissan Micra.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Nissan Micra or the Renault Megane?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Nissan Micra and 84% for the Renault Megane. That gives the Nissan Micra a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Nissan Micra's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Renault Megane's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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