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BMW XM vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Renault Scénic?

BMW XM vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

BMW XM

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Scénic is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,514 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers clearly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 518 km more than the BMW XM.

Scénic

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM offers considerably more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm more.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Scénic is considerably lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 873 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers very slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries very slightly more – 525 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,600
Scénic

Renault Scénic

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 420 - 598 km
BMW XM
Renault Scénic

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Renault Scénic

The Renault Scenic is a practical and comfortable family car that prioritises interior flexibility and everyday usability. With a composed ride and clever storage solutions, it suits buyers who want a versatile, easy-to-live-with vehicle for family duties and daily driving.

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BMW XM
Renault Scénic

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
4,470 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
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Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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