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Dacia Sandero vs Renault Scénic – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Sandero or Renault Scénic fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Renault Scénic costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 23923 £.

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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 Renault Scénic has a convincingly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Scénic is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Sandero performs slight better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Scénic pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is clearly lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 733 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Scénic offers noticeable more room – 545 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Scénic performs distinct better – up to 1670 L, which is about 562 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Renault Scénic slightly takes the win – 518 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Sandero proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Sandero is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Dacia Sandero

  • Engine Type : Petrol, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 110 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 7.1 L
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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Renault Scénic

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The Renault Scénic is a quietly clever family MPV that balances everyday practicality with unexpected flair, offering a roomy, flexible cabin that makes school runs and weekend escapes less of a chore. It won't dazzle like a sports car, but its composed ride, sensible tech and thoughtful storage solutions make it a superbly pragmatic choice for buyers who prefer substance with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
34600 - 44000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1927 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4470 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1571 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
1670 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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