Renault Scenic E-Tech electric

The Scenic E-Tech electric is the Renault for families who want long range and room. It is 4.2 metres long, seats five and is assembled in France. Renault says it was designed around the comfort and wellbeing of the whole family, with a heat pump and a roomy rear seat.

Range and charging

Renault gives a WLTP range of up to 392 miles (about 631 km) for the techno version, and warns that real-world results will vary. Rapid charging needs a 150 kW charger on the public network, and with such a charger the battery goes from 15 to 80 percent in 28 minutes. The route planner uses Google, takes charging points into account and suggests a route based on the battery level. One-pedal driving has five braking levels, selected with paddles on the steering wheel.

Space and comfort

The boot holds 545 litres, rising to 1,670 litres with the rear bench folded, and Renault says the car is 89 percent recyclable. The optional solarbay darkening panoramic glass roof covers 1.65 square metres and offers four opacity settings, controlled by touch or voice. The esprit Alpine version has 20 inch speedway wheels. Facial recognition adjusts the driver's seat.

Technology, safety and price

Two 12 inch openR screens carry the openR link system with Google built-in and more than 100 apps, depending on the country, and the system can be updated remotely. The My Renault app lets owners check range, pre-heat the car remotely, schedule charging and manage the vehicle from a phone. Driver assistance includes a 3D vision 360 camera, active driver assist and a driver attention monitoring system, among more than 30 safety features. Euro NCAP gave the Scenic five stars in 2022. The techno long range 220hp version starts at £33,245, which includes the £3,750 Electric Car Grant.

Key facts

• Range: up to 392 miles (WLTP, techno long range)
• Power: 220 hp
• Fast charging: 15 to 80 percent in 28 minutes (150 kW charger)
• Boot: 545 litres, up to 1,670 litres with the rear bench folded
• Safety: Euro NCAP, 5 stars (2022)
• UK price from: £33,245 (techno long range, Electric Car Grant included)