Renault Scenic E-Tech
| Industry | Automotive |
|---|---|
| Founded | February 25, 1899 in France |
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Automobiles, including the Renault Scenic E-Tech electric SUV |
| Website | www |
The Renault Scenic E-Tech represents a battery-electric compact crossover SUV manufactured by the French company Renault starting in 2024. Its design was initially revealed through the Renault Scénic Vision concept, which was unveiled in May 2022. The production version of this model was introduced in 2024 and subsequently earned the 2024 European Car of the Year accolade.
Concept
Unveiled on 19 May 2022, the Scénic Vision concept first appeared in a black finish before transitioning to white during the 2022 Paris Motor Show. Constructed on the CMF-EV architecture, it incorporates rear-hinged coach doors without a B-pillar to facilitate easier ingress and egress, and utilizes 70% recycled components in its build.
The interior features environmentally conscious materials such as flooring crafted from recycled milk bottles and pipes, seats made of polyester, and passenger contact areas composed entirely of recycled materials. The cabin is equipped with compact adjustable displays and camera-based mirrors to enhance user experience.
Its propulsion system consists of an electric motor positioned on the rear axle, powered by a 40 kWh lithium-ion battery supplemented by a 15 kW hydrogen fuel cell acting as a range extender. This combination delivers an approximate driving distance of .
Production version
Released in September 2023, the production Scenic E-Tech employs LG nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery technology and is available in two configurations.
The Standard range variant includes a 60 kWh battery pack, producing and torque, with a WLTP-certified range of . Meanwhile, the High range edition is equipped with a motor generating , torque output, and an 87 kWh battery, enabling an estimated driving range exceeding .
Other models
In December 2023, Mitsubishi Motors revealed an electric SUV derived from the Scenic platform. This model features unique styling cues while sharing manufacturing facilities with the Scenic E-Tech.
Awards
The Renault Scenic E-Tech was honored with the European Car of the Year award for 2024.