Global EV Comparison: Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp vs Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range
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General Info
The Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €23900. The Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €21990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp | Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €23900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €21990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range (2024-...).
| Property | Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp | Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 300 km | 300 km |
| Range (GCC) | 259 km | 255 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 43.3 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 40 kWh | 39 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.4 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.48 km/kWh | 6.54 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) maxes out at 85 kW.
The Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp | Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.2 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp | Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 96 kW | 71 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 129 hp | 95 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 10 s | 11.7 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 1.9 |
Dimensions
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) is longer and wider, but the Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range (2024-...) is taller.
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp | Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4200 mm | 3825 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2055 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1768 mm | 1610 mm |
| Height | 1505 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2685 mm | 2580 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp (2022-2025) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Renault Megane E-Tech EV40 130hp | Hyundai Casper (Inster) Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1513 kg | 1400 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 440 l | 280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1332 l | 351 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.4 | 5.1 |
