Renault Megane E-Tech vs Jeep Avenger

The Renault Megane E-Tech starts from $50,000 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only) before on-road costs, while the Jeep Avenger opens at $49,990. 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 $55,000 and $54,989 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.

The Renault Megane E-Tech holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Jeep Avenger. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Renault Megane E-Tech and 79% for the Jeep Avenger.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Renault Megane E-Tech, against 5 on the Jeep Avenger.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Renault Megane E-Tech and 6 in the Jeep Avenger.

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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 Renault Megane E-Tech features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Jeep Avenger gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Megane E-Tech stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, BOSE audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Jeep Avenger. The Jeep Avenger counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Renault Megane E-Tech gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Jeep Avenger offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Renault Megane E-Tech and 1-zone in the Jeep Avenger.

The Renault Megane E-Tech 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 7.4 seconds.

The Jeep Avenger responds with a Permanent Magnet Assisted Synchronous Reluctance Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9 seconds.

The Renault Megane E-Tech has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 115kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Renault Megane E-Tech is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 67kWh (Renault Megane E-Tech) vs 54kWh (Jeep Avenger), giving WLTP ranges of 454km and 396km. DC fast charging peaks at 130kW (Renault Megane E-Tech) vs 100kW (Jeep Avenger).

The Renault Megane E-Tech measures 4,200mm long on a 2,685mm wheelbase, 116mm longer than the Jeep Avenger at 4,084mm (2,557mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Renault Megane E-Tech generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 440L in the Renault Megane E-Tech and 355L in the Jeep Avenger, giving the Renault Megane E-Tech a 85L advantage.

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

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Megane E-Tech) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Jeep Avenger). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Jeep Avenger).