Renault Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh 220 hp

Overview

The new Renault Scenic E-Tech is a seriously stylish electric family SUV that’s gunning for the top spot. This 87 kWh long-range version is the one to have, offering the most distance for your money. It blends slick French design with impressive practicality and a Google-powered infotainment system that’s a joy to use. It’s a compelling package that looks to shake up the competitive crossover market. With a new price of around €47,900 and used examples already appearing for about €42,450, it offers strong value against its rivals.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the Renault Scenic E-Tech is essentially an all-new car, completely reinvented from its MPV past into a sharp, modern electric SUV. Ditching the old platform, it now rides on the advanced CMF-EV architecture shared with the Megane E-Tech. This brings a flat floor for improved interior space and a strong focus on sustainability, with a significant portion of its materials being recycled. The headline act for this new generation is its fully electric powertrain, offering a clean break from the Scenic’s combustion-engine history and a fresh start in the EV era.

Design & Exterior

The Scenic E-Tech has had a serious glow-up, trading its old MPV shape for a muscular, modern SUV stance. It’s got chiselled lines, a distinctive front-end with a cool interlocking logo pattern, and a slick full-width rear light bar. This trim often features large alloy wheels that really fill the arches. Its dimensions are a practical 4470 mm in length, 1864 mm in width, and 1571 mm in height, making it well-proportioned for city streets and family duties. The flush door handles and aerodynamic design aren’t just for looks—they help efficiency.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, the Scenic E-Tech feels properly premium and tech-forward. You’re greeted by the fantastic "OpenR Link" system, which pairs a large driver display with a portrait-style central touchscreen running Google Automotive Services – it’s super intuitive. The quality is a step up, with soft-touch materials and clever design touches. Thanks to the flat floor, rear passenger space is generous. For your stuff, there's a huge 545-litre boot, which expands to a massive 1670 litres with the seats folded. There's no frunk, but the clever cabin storage makes up for it.

Performance & Driving Experience

This long-range model is more of a comfortable cruiser than a drag-strip hero, but it’s got plenty of poke for daily driving. The single Externally Excited Synchronous Motor sends 160 kW and 300 Nm of torque to the front wheels, getting you from 0-100 km/h in a respectable 7.9 seconds. The driving experience is smooth and refined, prioritising comfort over sporty handling. It’s quiet and easy to pilot around town, and multiple regenerative braking modes let you tailor the feel, allowing for near one-pedal driving to maximise efficiency.

Range, Battery & Charging

This is the marathon runner of the Scenic line-up. It packs an 87 kWh usable battery, delivering an excellent Green Cars Compare real-world range estimate of 540 km on a full charge, with an efficiency of 6.21 km/kWh. When it’s time to plug in, it’s a strong performer. At home on AC, it can take up to a brilliant 22 kW, a rare standard feature. On the road, its 400V architecture and CCS Type 2 port accept DC fast charging up to 150 kW, getting you back on your way quickly.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Safety is a top priority, and the Scenic E-Tech backs that up with a full 5-star rating from Euro NCAP. It’s loaded with up to 30 advanced driver-assistance systems. This trim comes well-equipped with features like Active Driver Assist, which combines adaptive cruise control with lane centering for relaxed motorway driving. You also get blind-spot monitoring, traffic sign recognition, and emergency braking. It’s a reassuring suite of tech that keeps a watchful eye out, making every journey safer for you and your family.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Renault provides solid peace of mind for Scenic E-Tech owners. The vehicle is typically covered by a 3-year or 100,000 km general warranty, whichever comes first. Crucially for an EV, the high-voltage battery is backed by a separate, more extensive warranty, usually lasting for 8 years or 160,000 km, guaranteeing it will retain a significant portion of its original capacity. As an electric vehicle, routine maintenance is far simpler and cheaper than a petrol or diesel car, with fewer moving parts to service, leading to lower running costs over time.