Nissan ARIYA vs Renault Megane E-Tech

The Nissan ARIYA starts from $55,840 before on-road costs, while the Renault Megane E-Tech opens at $50,000 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only). Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $61,424 and $55,000 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the Nissan ARIYA and Renault Megane E-Tech hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 86% for the Nissan ARIYA and 85% for the Renault Megane E-Tech.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Nissan ARIYA and 7 in the Renault Megane E-Tech.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Nissan ARIYA features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Renault Megane E-Tech gets a 9-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Nissan ARIYA stands out with heated front seats and power tailgate — features our data doesn't list for the Renault Megane E-Tech. The Renault Megane E-Tech counters with BOSE audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Nissan ARIYA gets nappa leather upholstery while the Renault Megane E-Tech offers synthetic leather.

The Nissan ARIYA uses a Electric producing 160kW and 300Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The Renault Megane E-Tech responds with a Electric making 160kW and 300Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.4 seconds.

Power output is identical on paper, so the difference comes down to tuning, weight distribution, and suspension. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Renault Megane E-Tech is 0.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 63kWh (Nissan ARIYA) vs 67kWh (Renault Megane E-Tech), giving WLTP ranges of 385km and 454km. DC fast charging peaks at 130kW (Nissan ARIYA) vs 130kW (Renault Megane E-Tech).

The Nissan ARIYA measures 4,595mm long on a 2,775mm wheelbase, 395mm longer than the Renault Megane E-Tech at 4,200mm (2,685mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Nissan ARIYA generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 466L in the Nissan ARIYA and 440L in the Renault Megane E-Tech, giving the Nissan ARIYA a 26L advantage.

For towing, the Renault Megane E-Tech leads with a 900kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 150kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Nissan ARIYA) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Megane E-Tech). Both match on warranty length.