Head to head · Hatchback (EV)
Renault Megane E-Tech vs Volkswagen ID.3
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Volkswagen ID.3 comes out ahead of the Renault Megane E-Tech, winning 1 of the 1 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Renault Megane E-Tech | Volkswagen ID.3 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £18,500 (2023, 26,500 mi) | £16,200 (2023, 25,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 46% | 46% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 49 | 82 · wins |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 18 | 18 |
| Road tax / year | £195 | £195 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Megane E-Tech vs ID.3 — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Megane E-Tech or the ID.3?
The Volkswagen ID.3 scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 82 against the Renault Megane E-Tech's 49 out of 100.
How much does a used Megane E-Tech cost compared with a ID.3?
A roughly three-year-old Renault Megane E-Tech is worth about £18,500 at typical mileage, against about £16,200 for the equivalent Volkswagen ID.3.