Mazda 6 Grand Touring vs Renault Megane RS
Verdict
Treat these as very different petrol five-seaters. The Renault Megane RS is the quick one: 276 hp and 390 Nm push it to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, with a 255 km/h top speed and a manual gearbox. The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is calmer but far more useful, with a 4,800 mm wagon body, 2,750 mm wheelbase and 522-litre boot. It also gets a 5-year warranty and AEB; the Renault counters with lower RM279 annual road tax.
Pick the Mazda 6 Grand Touring if you want the bigger, more practical wagon, a 522-litre boot, 5-year warranty and auto emergency braking.
Pick the Renault Megane RS if you want the faster manual hatchback, with 276 hp, 390 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 6 Grand Touring RM230,848; Renault Megane RS RM279,888
- Power and torque: Mazda 185 hp/250 Nm; Renault 276 hp/390 Nm
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Mazda 8.2 s/218 km/h; Renault 5.8 s/255 km/h
- Boot space: Mazda 522 litres; Renault 384 litres
- Size: Mazda 4,800 mm long and 1,840 mm wide; Renault 4,364 mm long and 1,875 mm wide
- Warranty and road tax: Mazda 5 years/RM868 per year; Renault 3 years/RM279 per year
6 Grand Touring
- Larger 522-litre boot
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase
- Auto emergency braking listed
- Slower 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher RM868 annual road tax
- Less power at 185 hp and 250 Nm
Megane RS
- Much quicker 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Strong 276 hp and 390 Nm outputs
- Lower RM279 annual road tax
- Smaller 384-litre boot
- Shorter 3-year warranty
- Auto emergency braking not listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 230,848✓ | RM 279,888 |
| Body type | Wagon | Hatchback |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 185 hp | 276 hp✓ |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 390 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 9.2 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 218 km/h | 255 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 181 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm | 4,364 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,669 mm |
| Weight | 1,506 kg | 1,382 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 522 litres✓ | 384 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R19 | 245/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R19 | 245/35R19 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Potenza S001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Interlagos Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Interlagos Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control | Cup Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering, Torsen Limited-slip Differential |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, tilt and slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 front | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 Front, 3 Rear |
| Audio | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 11 speakers | R-Link 2 Infotainment System with 8.7" Vertical Touchscreen and 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 868 | RM 279✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
6 Grand Touring vs Megane RS FAQ
Is the Mazda 6 Grand Touring or Renault Megane RS better?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is better for space, warranty cover and AEB. The Renault Megane RS is better for performance, with 276 hp, 390 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Megane RS costs RM279,888, which is RM49,040 more than the Mazda 6 Grand Touring at RM230,848.
Which car has more boot space?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring has the bigger boot at 522 litres. The Renault Megane RS has 384 litres, so the Mazda gives you an extra 138 litres.