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Renault 4 E-Tech vs Renault Scenic E-Tech

The Renault 4 E-Tech and Renault Scenic E-Tech are both electric SUVs from the same brand but sit in different segments. The Renault 4 E-Tech is a subcompact crossover aimed at urban users and small families who want a simple daily EV. The Scenic E-Tech is a larger family SUV designed for long-distance use, more cabin space, and higher comfort for regular highway driving.

Range and charging show a clear separation. The Renault 4 E-Tech delivers up to about 247 miles WLTP from a 52 kWh battery, focused on short to medium trips. The Scenic E-Tech reaches up to about 381 miles WLTP with a larger 87 kWh battery, giving it a strong advantage for long journeys. Charging also differs in scale. The Renault 4 supports around 100 kW DC charging with a 15–80% time near 30 minutes, while the Scenic supports up to 150 kW DC charging with a similar 15–80% time around 37 minutes but adds more range per session.

Renault 4 E-Tech vs Renault Scenic E-Tech

Price positioning reflects size and capability. The Renault 4 E-Tech starts in the lower price band around £26k, while the Scenic E-Tech sits higher, often above £37k depending on battery and trim. Market availability is strong for both across Europe, with the Scenic positioned as a flagship family EV and the 4 as an entry point. This page helps you decide between a compact city-focused EV and a larger SUV built for longer trips and family use.

Within Renault, other EVs include the Renault 5 E-Tech as a smaller hatchback and the Megane E-Tech as a mid-size crossover, both sitting between these two in size and pricing.

The Renault 4 E-Tech offers lower cost, compact size, and efficient daily usability, though it has limited rear space and shorter range, while the Renault Scenic E-Tech delivers long range, larger interior space, and stronger highway capability, though it comes at a higher price and is less suited to tight urban driving.

QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Renault 4 E-Tech for city use and lower cost. Pick the Scenic E-Tech for range, space, and long-distance driving.

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  Renault 4 E-Tech Renault Scenic E-Tech
Price $41,000.00
Our Rating 5.7 8.2
Brand RENAULT RENAULT
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range - Also known as Renault Scenic E-Tech Comfort Range
Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range

LAUNCH

Reveal Date 2024, October 14 2023, September 04
Availability Status Available to order. Released 2025, March Available to order. Released 2024, February
Country of origin France France
Base Price (USD) € 29,400 £ 24,000 - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
€ 32,400 £ 28,000 - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
€ 41,400 £ 37,500 - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
€ 48,900 £ 43,500 - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range

BATTERY

Battery Capacity 40 kWh usable - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
52 kWh usable - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
60 kWh total - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
87 kWh usable - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Battery Chemistry Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NMC battery (400V type) Liquid-cooled NMC battery (400V type)
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) 186 mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
254 mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
261 mi WLTP - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
388 mi WLTP - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Energy Consumption 229 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
243 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
225 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
257 Wh/mi WLTP - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Regen Braking (Max kW) Yes Level 0 to 4 on shift paddles
Heat Pump
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 3 hours 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 4 hours 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
Type 2 7 kW
Type 2 22 kW, 15-80% in 1 hour 50 mins - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
Type 2 22 kW, 15-80% in 3 hours - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
DC Charging (Max kW) CCS 80 kW, 15-80% in 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
CCS 100 kW, 15-80% in 30 min - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
CCS 130 kW max, 15-80% in 32 mins - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
CCS 150 kW max, 15-80% in 37 mins - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Additional Notes V2L & V2G bi-directional charging (up to 3.7 kW)

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp) FWD 120 hp (90 kW) - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
FWD 150 hp (110 kW) - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
FWD 170 hp (125 kW) - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
FWD 220 hp (160 kW) - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Torque (Nm) 166 lb-ft (225 Nm) - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
245 Nm (181 lb-ft) - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
280 Nm (207 lb-ft) - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
300 Nm (221 lb-ft) - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. 9.2 sec 0-62 mph - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
8.2 sec 0-62 mph - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
9.3 sec 0-62 mph - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
7.9 sec 0-62 mph - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Top Speed (km/h / mph) 93 mph (150 km/h) 93 mph (150 km/h) - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
106 mph (170 km/h) - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Transmission / Drive Single-speed Single-speed

BODY

Body Style 5 door hatchback, 5 seats 5 door crossover, 5 seats
Platform / Architecture AmpR Small CMF‑EV
Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 163.0 x 70.9 x 61.8 in (4140 x 1800 x 1570 mm) 4470 x 1864 x 1571 mm (176.0 x 73.4 x 61.9 in)
Wheelbase (mm) 103.1 in (2620 mm) 2785 mm (109.6 in)
Ground Clearance (mm) 7.1 in (181 mm)
Kerb Weight (kg) EU: 1510 kg unladen, 1895 kg gross - Renault 4 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
EU: 1562 kg unladen, 1980 kg gross - Renault 4 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh
EU: 1847 kg unladen, 2340 kg gross - Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard Range
EU: 1952 kg unladen, 2441 kg gross - Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range
Suspension (Front / Rear) Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheel Size (inches) R18, R20 R19, R20
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) EU: 420 l, 1405 l max EU: 545 l, 1670 l max
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) No No
Towing Capacity (kg) EU: 750 kg unbraked, 750 kg braked EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1100 kg braked

SAFETY

Airbags (count) Yes Front airbags, side airbags (front & rear), center airbag
Driver Assistance (ADAS) Front radar (unconfirmed), cameras. Active Driver Assist, High Beam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Occupant Safe Exit Active Driver Assist, High Beam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Sport Warning, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Occupant Safe Exit, Full Auto Park, Smart Rear View Mirror, Rear Cross Traffic Alert with pedestrian and cyclist detection

COMFORT

Seating Capacity Heated front seats Heated front seats, massage
Roof Type Fabric roof, tilt & slide Panoramic glass sunroof
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi Android Automotive OS
Parking Aids Front and rear sensors, reversing camera, park assist Front, side and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera

DISPLAYS

Centre Screen (inches) 10" touchscreen 12" touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) 7" or 10.1" 12.3"
Head-Up Display (HUD) No No

LIGHTING

INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO

TECHNOLOGY

OWNERSHIP

Note

Disclaimer We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
  Renault 4 E-Tech Renault Scenic E-Tech

Disclaimer Note

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct

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