2026 Renault Scenic E-Tech real life range test
The Renault Scenic nameplate is fundamentally connected with MPVs and families traveling. It is one of the symbols of compact practicality and now, for the first time ever, the fifth generation is powered only by electric energy with no ICE variants.
So, to check if the Scenic remains a useful and practical companion, we conducted a range test of the Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range to see how it performs in the real world and whether it can still be the reasonable family choice it’s always been.
A deep dive review is coming soon on our website, where we’ll discuss everything important about the Renault Scenic E-Tech. The Long range version we had comes with an 87 kWh battery, FWD and 220 hp. On paper, those numbers sure sound promising.
Different from the predecessors is the shape, which is no longer an MPV but rather a crossover, as well as the omission of 4WD options and the lack of an extended wheelbase 7-seater version. Still, it is the longest Scenic with 5 seats yet.
We drove our usual test routes, doing the same track both ways at constant speeds at the same place as with every other car we test. The ambient temperature while testing the Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range was 43°F. This temperature is lower than ideal for testing range on an EV, so the results are at somewhat of a disadvantage compared to those tested in warmer weather.
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At our lowest testing speed of 37 mph, the Scenic showcases good efficiency but nothing extraordinary. An okay drag coefficient of Cd 0.29 helps, but the heavy weight, big wheels and tall roofline take a toll on the overall result. The Scenic E-Tech still performs alright for the segment, though, thanks to its big battery.
Range test results
- 37 mph
- 56 mph
- 81 mph
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Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range
Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD
Hyundai Kona Electric 65.4kWh
Renault Megane E-Tech EV60
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Once we move on to the next speed of 56 mph, consumption doesn’t really increase much, thanks to the low drag and efficient motor. The results get slightly more impressive for the segment but given that most rivals have much smaller batteries, the range still dominates all others.
At the highest testing speed of 81 mph, the Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range performs well against the odds of the low temperature and massive 20-inch wheels. At 2.7 mi/kWh it is impressively slightly thirstier than the smaller Renault Megane, which is a fantastic feat. Some rivals achieve slightly better efficiency results but the bigger battery once again comes in clutch to offer almost unrivaled ranges on a single charge.
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range lives up to its name and offers a long range on a single charge at all speeds. Thanks to a big battery and relatively efficient motor and on-board tech, the Scenic can cover great distances.
Charging may be the only issue for those that undertake really long journeys as the 15-80% charge takes 37 minutes under ideal conditions. If, that doesn’t bother you, the Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range is a wonderful range champion of a vehicle, whose other great virtues we’ll cover in our upcoming review.
We now suggest you use the widget below to find out the Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range’s range in every combination of speed and temperature you might need. We've used our real world tests and a complex model to provide an estimate that should be as close to the actual performance as possible.
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