Renault Modus — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
A compact, high-roof mini-MPV, offering brilliant interior storage solutions and very low fuel bills.
The Renault Modus was a compact mini-MPV based on the Clio platform, designed to offer high seating positions and flexible interior space for urban families.
Engines included the bulletproof 1.2-litre petrol and the highly economical 1.5-litre dCi diesel. The Modus is highly praised for its ease of parking and cheap running costs.
Real-world fuel economy is excellent, with the 1.5 dCi diesel averaging 56 MPG and the 1.2-litre petrol models delivering around 40 MPG.
TL;DR
40 MPG
Real-world petrol
56 MPG
Real-world diesel
49L
Tank capacity
£67.03
Full tank (petrol)
15.5p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Renault Modus achieves an estimated 40 MPG (petrol) and 56 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 49-litre tank completely costs approximately £67.03 (petrol) or £69.63 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
40
Real-world MPG
Petrol
47.1
Official WLTP
Petrol
56
Real-world MPG
Diesel
65.7
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £777 | £577 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1151 | £854 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1555 | £1154 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2332 | £1730 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3109 | £2307 |
| Full tank (49L) | £67.03 | £69.63 |
| Cost per mile | 15.5p | 11.5p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the Modus compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your Modus
The tall roofline increases drag; keep speeds under 65 mph on the motorway.
Use the split-folding rear seats to optimize cargo space instead of mounting roof boxes.
Maintain the dCi fuel injectors to keep emission and fuel efficiency optimized.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Renault Modus achieving ~40 MPG real-world, if you fill 39 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£3.90
Gross saving on fuel
£0.47
Cost of 3-mile detour
£3.43
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 25 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Renault Modus?
The Renault Modus achieves approximately 40 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 47.1 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 56 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Renault Modus?
The Renault Modus has a fuel tank of 49 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £67.03. Diesel costs approximately £69.63 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Renault Modus?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Renault Modus costs approximately £1151 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1555. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Renault Modus?
In a Renault Modus doing ~40 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 39-litre fill nets approximately £3.43 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 25 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Renault Modus cost per mile in fuel?
The Renault Modus costs approximately 15.5p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.65 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Renault Modus?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Renault Modus is 47.1 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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