Renault Megane MK4 vs Skoda Octavia MK3
Renault Megane
MK4 · 2016 – 2022
The fourth Mégane (MK4), on the CMF-CD platform with a comfort-focused ride.
Skoda Octavia
MK3 · 2013 – 2020
The third-generation Octavia (MK3), on the MQB platform.
Renault Megane
Pick the MK4 for the comfortable, roomy Mégane with a proven and efficient engine range.
Skoda Octavia
Pick the MK3 for an exceptionally roomy, practical and reliable family car with a sweet 1.5 TSI.
Performance
1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol
| Renault Megane | Skoda Octavia | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
140 hp
|
150 hp
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| Torque |
240 Nm
|
250 Nm
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| 0–100 km/h |
9,5 s
|
8,2 s
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| Top speed |
205 km/h
|
219 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
109,4 hp/t
|
123,0 hp/t
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
119 g/km
|
118 g/km
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
5,6 L/100km
|
5,1 L/100km
Winner
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Dimensions & space
| Renault Megane | Skoda Octavia | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
402 L
|
590 L
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.240 L
|
1.580 L
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| Wheelbase |
2,67 m
|
2,69 m
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| Length |
4,36 m
|
4,66 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
13,9 cm
|
| Turning circle |
11,1 m
|
11,1 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.500 kg
|
1.800 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Megane | Skoda Octavia | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | CMF-CD | MQB |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.6 TCe (GT) · 1.5 Blue dCi · 1.6 dCi · E-Tech PHEV | 1.0 TSI · 1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 1.6/2.0 TDI diesel |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual · EDC7 | 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6d | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.2 TCe (H5F, pre-2018): oil consumption and timing chain
- EDC6: jerky shifts at low speed
- Electronics and infotainment: freezes
- 1.5 TSI: kangarooing on early cars
- DSG: jerkiness at low speed
- 2.0 TDI: DPF/AdBlue
Pros
- Comfortable, well-balanced ride
- Roomy boot for the class (384–402 L)
- Proven 1.3 TCe and efficient 1.5 Blue dCi
- Very roomy boot (590 litres)
- Practical and reliable
- Broad engine range
Cons
- 1.2 TCe (early years): oil consumption and chain risk
- EDC automatic can be juddery
- Sparse base equipment
- Interior with hard plastics
- Less refined driving feel
Driving experience
Renault Megane
Competent and composed for the compact class, with steering that is light but accurate enough for daily use. Body control is improved over the previous generation, with a comfortable ride on normal roads that becomes firmer on larger wheels. The 1.3 TCe and 1.5 Blue dCi feel responsive for everyday driving; the early 1.2 TCe is adequate when healthy but less refined. Manual gearboxes are straightforward, and the EDC dual-clutch is smooth at speed but can show low-speed hesitation or judder on some examples. RS versions are significantly firmer and more focused. Overall a refined, easy-to-drive compact rather than a driver's car.
Skoda Octavia
Composed and secure for a family car of its era, with light steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, and body roll is present yet managed. Diesels deliver strong low-end torque for motorway use. It prioritises comfort and practicality over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
