Renault Scenic E-Tech Explained

Renault Scenic E-Tech
Manufacturer:Renault
Production:2024–present
Assembly:France: Douai (Douai Renault Factory)
Class:Compact crossover SUV (C)
Body Style:5-door SUV
Layout:Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
Platform:Renault CMF-EV platform
Predecessor:Renault Scénic
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The Renault Scenic E-Tech is a battery electric compact crossover SUV that is produced by French automaker Renault from 2024. It was previewed as a concept was shown in May 2022 called the Renault Scénic Vision,[1] with the production model having an estimated release date of 2024.[2] The car is the 2024 European Car of the Year.[3]

Overview

Concept

The Scénic Vision concept car was presented on 19 May 2022.[4] Initially finished in black, the Scénic Vision body colour was changed to white during the 2022 Paris Motor Show.[5] [6]

The concept car is based on the CMF-EV platform.[7] It has a coach door with no B-pillar, which allows easy access to the passenger compartment, and it is designed with 70% recycled materials.[8] [9]

Inside, the Scenic Vision has a floor made from recycled milk bottles and pipes. The seats are made of polyester. According to Renault, all passenger contact surfaces are fully recycled. The cabin of the Scénic Vision has small adjustable screens offering shortcuts and features camera mirrors.

The Scénic Vision has a electric motor placed on the rear axle. It is powered by a 40 kWh lithium-ion battery, recharged by a 15 kW hydrogen fuel cell that acts as a range extender.[10] Its estimated range is about 800km (500miles).[9]

Production version

The production model was released in September 2023. Powered by LG nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) batteries, it is available in two versions.

The Standard range version uses a 60 kWh battery produces 125kW and 280abbr=onNaNabbr=on of torque. It has a claimed range of in the WLTP cycle. The High range version is powered by a 1600NaN0 motor and 300abbr=onNaNabbr=on of torque, paired with a 87 kWh battery with an estimated range of over .[11]

Other models

In December 2023, Mitsubishi Motors announced that it will launch an electric SUV based on the Scenic. The model will have a different design and will be manufactured alongside it in the same factory.[12]

Awards

The Renault Scenic E-Tech won the award for European Car of the Year 2024.[13]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Renault Scenic Vision Previews Electric Crossover With Hydrogen Range Extender. May 19, 2022. Motor1.com.
  2. Web site: Renault Scénic Vision : le célèbre monospace se transforme en SUV!. fr . L'Argus. 19 May 2022. Didier . Ric.
  3. Web site: Renault Scenic E-Tech wins Car of the Year 2024. 26 February 2024. Mark Tisshaw and Charlie Martin. Autocar.
  4. Web site: Présentation vidéo - Renault Scénic Vision : retour vers le futur. Caradisiac. 19 May 2022. Olivier Pagès.
  5. Web site: Paris 2022 Live : Le Concept Renault Scénic Vision Passe Au Blanc - Le Nouvel Automobiliste. fr . Francois . Mortier. October 17, 2022. lenouvelautomobiliste.fr.
  6. Web site: Renault Scenic Returns As A Bold Conceptual EV With A Hydrogen Range Extender. Thanos. Pappas. October 17, 2022. Carscoops.
  7. Web site: Renault Scénic Vision : toutes les photos et infos du futur SUV français à hydrogène. L'Automobile Magazine. 19 May 2022. Audric Doche.
  8. Web site: fr . Julien . Jodry . 19 May 2022 . Renault Scenic Vision : à bord du concept-car annonçant le modèle 2024 . Auto Moto.
  9. Web site: fr. Renault Scenic Vision : Notre découverte du futur Renault Scenic électrique. Automobile Propre. May 19, 2022. May 21, 2022.
  10. Web site: Renault Scénic Vision : star du recyclage. Le Moniteur automobile. 19 May 2022. fr . Frédéric . Kevers.
  11. Web site: Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Revealed As Family EV With Over 385 Miles Of Range . 2023-09-05 . Motor1.com . en.
  12. Web site: Mitsubishi confirme l'arrivée d'un SUV électrique jumeau du Renault Scenic . French . Benjamin . Defay . Mitsubishi confirms the arrival of an electric SUV, twin to the Renault Scenic . Auto Moto . 2023-12-07 .
  13. Web site: French family car wins 'Car of the Year 2024' award . 22 May 2024 . Euronews.