Verdict
At RM368,888, the Megane RS costs just RM62 less than the RM368,950 GR Corolla, so price does not decide this one. Renault brings 420 Nm, a 1,405-kg kerb weight and a far more useful 384-litre boot; its six-speed dual-clutch and 260-km/h maximum suit buyers who want an easier fast hatch. The Toyota counters with all-wheel drive, a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, manual six-speed and pre-collision braking, while its five-year unlimited-mileage warranty beats Renault’s three years/100,000 km. The GR Corolla is the sharper safety and drivetrain choice, but its 213-litre luggage space is a serious compromise.
Pick the Renault Megane RS if you need the 384-litre boot, prefer a six-speed dual-clutch automatic and want 420 Nm from a lighter 1,405-kg hatch.
Pick the Toyota GR Corolla if you want all-wheel drive, a six-speed manual, 5.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration and five years of unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Megane RS RM368,888; Toyota GR Corolla RM368,950.
- Drivetrain and gearbox: Renault Megane RS front-wheel drive with six-speed wet dual-clutch; Toyota GR Corolla all-wheel drive with six-speed manual.
- Acceleration and torque: Renault Megane RS makes 420 Nm and does 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds; Toyota GR Corolla makes 400 Nm and does it in 5.3 seconds.
- Kerb weight and boot: Renault Megane RS weighs 1,405 kg with 384 litres; Toyota GR Corolla weighs 1,475 kg with 213 litres.
- Warranty: Renault Megane RS gets three years/100,000 km; Toyota GR Corolla gets five years/unlimited mileage.
- Driver assistance: Renault Megane RS has no autonomous emergency braking; Toyota GR Corolla has pre-collision braking, collision warning and lane-departure…
Megane RS
- 420 Nm and a 1,405-kg kerb weight.
- 384-litre boot, 171 litres larger than the Toyota's.
- Six-speed wet dual-clutch, rear air vents and built-in navigation.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.8 seconds versus 5.3 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- No pre-collision braking, collision warning or lane-departure warning.
GR Corolla
- All-wheel drive and a six-speed manual.
- 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Pre-collision braking and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 213-litre boot is 171 litres smaller than the Renault's.
- At 1,475 kg, it is 70 kg heavier.
- No rear air vents, built-in navigation or automatic rain-sensing wipers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,888✓ | RM368,950 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM279 | RM207✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp | 296 hp |
| Torque | 420 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 79.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Efficient Dual Clutch | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Co2 | 181 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,364 mm | 4,407 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,851 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,669 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,405 kg | 1,475 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 384 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/35R19 | 235/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/35R19 | 235/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001 | Yokohama Advan Apex |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | France (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 19" Interlagos Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Interlagos Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Cup Suspension, Rear-wheel Steering, Torsen Limited-slip Differential, Launch Control | Torsen Limited Slip Differential Front and Rear |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| 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 | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 3 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | R-Link 2 Infotainment System with 8.7" Vertical Touchscreen and 8 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive 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 | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
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.
Used Megane RS & GR Corolla for sale
Megane RS vs GR Corolla FAQ
Is the Renault Megane RS or Toyota GR Corolla better?
The Toyota GR Corolla is better for all-wheel-drive traction, manual control, active safety and warranty coverage. The Renault Megane RS is better if you need luggage space, prefer an automatic and want more torque from a lighter car.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM368,950, which is RM62 more than the Renault Megane RS at RM368,888.
Which has more boot space?
The Renault Megane RS has a 384-litre boot, compared with 213 litres in the Toyota GR Corolla. That gives the Renault a 171-litre luggage advantage.