Global EV Comparison: Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Renault Scenic E-Tech EV60 170hp (2023-...) has a starting price of €40400, compared to the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…), which starts at €43490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €40400 | €43490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37490 | €30990 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) has a larger battery, the Renault Scenic E-Tech EV60 170hp (2023-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 348 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 430 km | 404 km |
| Range (GCC) | 371 km | 332 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 65 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 60 kWh | 63 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.2 kWh/100 km | 19 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.18 km/kWh | 5.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 130 kW.
The Renault Scenic E-Tech EV60 170hp (2023-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 4.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Renault Scenic E-Tech EV60 170hp (2023-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4470 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2085 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1864 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1571 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2785 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault Scenic E-Tech EV60 170hp (2023-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Renault Scenic E-Tech EV60 170hp (2023-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD (2021-…).
| Property | Renault Scenic E-Tech 60 kWh 170 hp | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1757 kg | 1980 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 545 l | 466 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1670 l | 1350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1100 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.8 |
