Renault Megane IV
Car comparison
Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 · Stage 3vsRenault Megane IV RS 1.8 · Stage 2vsRenault Megane IV RS 1.8 · Stage 1vsRenault Megane IV RS 1.8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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RS 1.8 (Stage 2)
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RS 1.8 (Stage 1)
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RS 1.8
Comparison overview
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Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.5 s
- Fastest top speed292 km/h181 mph
- Most powerful420 hp313 kW
- Highest torque605 Nm446 lb-ft
- Lightest1,460 kg3,219 lb
- Best power-to-weight288 hp/t215 kW/t3.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption10.7 L/100 km22.0 mpg US26.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range658 km409 mi
- Largest trunk294 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score82/100
- Best economy score86/100
- Best practicality score71/100
Specification comparison
| Model | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp |
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| Power | 420hp313kW+140 hp | 364hp271kW+84 hp | 330hp246kW+50 hp | 280hp209kW |
| Torque | 605Nm446lb-ft+215 Nm | 527Nm388lb-ft+137 Nm | 476Nm351lb-ft+86 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,460kg3,219lb | 1,460kg3,219lb | 1,460kg3,219lb | 1,460kg3,219lb |
| Gross weight | 1,930kg4,255lb | 1,930kg4,255lb | 1,930kg4,255lb | 1,930kg4,255lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 55.9s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-16.7 s Calculated | 61.8s99% target: 277 km/h / 172 mph-10.7 s Calculated | 65.9s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-6.6 s Calculated | 72.5s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5s-1.3 s | 4.9s-0.9 s | 5.2s-0.6 s | 5.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.1s-7.0 s Calculated | 15.2s-4.9 s Calculated | 16.8s-3.3 s Calculated | 20.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3s-1.2 s Calculated | 4.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 5.0s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK | 10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.4s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 288hp/t215kW/t130hp/1000 lb Calculated | 249hp/t186kW/t113hp/1000 lb Calculated | 226hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated | 192hp/t143kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 414Nm/t277lb-ft/ton Calculated | 361Nm/t241lb-ft/ton Calculated | 326Nm/t218lb-ft/ton Calculated | 267Nm/t179lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 658km409mi Calculated | 658km409mi Calculated | 658km409mi Calculated | 658km409mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,372mm172in | 4,372mm172in | 4,372mm172in | 4,372mm172in |
| Width | 1,874mm74in | 1,874mm74in | 1,874mm74in | 1,874mm74in |
| Height | 1,445mm57in | 1,445mm57in | 1,445mm57in | 1,445mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in |
| Front track | 1,615mm64in | 1,615mm64in | 1,615mm64in | 1,615mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,596mm63in | 1,596mm63in | 1,596mm63in | 1,596mm63in |
| Ground clearance | 101mm4in | 101mm4in | 101mm4in | 101mm4in |
| Trunk volume | 294L | 294L | 294L | 294L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,157L | 1,157L | 1,157L | 1,157L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp: Power / Torque
- Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 2) 364 hp: Power / Torque
- Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 1) 330 hp: Power / Torque
- Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 280 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 6,000 rpm | 2,400-4,800 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 6,000 rpm | 2,400-4,800 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 6,000 rpm | 2,400-4,800 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 6,000 rpm | 2,400-4,800 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.1 s | 15.2 s | 16.8 s | 20.1 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.6 s | 5.8 s | 5.9 s | 6.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.2 s | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.5 s | 10.9 s | 11.2 s | 11.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.2 s | 13.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 194 km/h 121 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 420 hp 313 kW |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 364 hp 271 kW |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 280 hp 209 kW |
Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp has 140 hp more than Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 280 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 280 hp and Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp: 140 hp (104 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 605 Nm 446 lb-ft |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 527 Nm 388 lb-ft |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 4.5 s |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 4.9 s |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 5.2 s |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 5.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp and Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 280 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 2) 364 hp and Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 1) 330 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 249 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 658 km 409 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 420 hp 313 kW | 4.5 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 364 hp 271 kW | 4.9 s | 280 km/h 174 mph |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.2 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 280 hp 209 kW | 5.8 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp |
| 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp |
| 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp |
| 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp |
| 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | 249 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
| RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 3)420 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 2)364 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8 (Stage 1)330 hp | RenaultMegane IVRS 1.8280 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 420 hp 313 kW | 364 hp 271 kW | 330 hp 246 kW | 280 hp 209 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 605 Nm 446 lb-ft | 527 Nm 388 lb-ft | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | 280 km/h 174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb | 1,460 kg 3,219 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | 7.6 L/100 km 30.9 mpg US 37.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 658 km 409 mi | 658 km 409 mi | 658 km 409 mi | 658 km 409 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 294 L 10.4 cu ft | 294 L 10.4 cu ft | 294 L 10.4 cu ft | 294 L 10.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 249 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp | Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 2) 364 hp | Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 1) 330 hp | Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 280 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK | 7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK | 7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK | 7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.30 LC100 km | 13.30 LC100 km | 13.30 LC100 km | 13.30 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 21.40 LC100 mi | 21.40 LC100 mi | 21.40 LC100 mi | 21.40 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,140 L301 US gal251 UK gal | 1,140 L301 US gal251 UK gal | 1,140 L301 US gal251 UK gal | 1,140 L301 US gal251 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,995 LC/year | 1,995 LC/year | 1,995 LC/year | 1,995 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 3) 420 hp
- Has 56 hp more
- Has 78 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 38 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Renault Megane IV RS 1.8 (Stage 2) 364 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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