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Hyundai Tucson vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Renault Scénic?

Hyundai Tucson vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • decisively cheaper
  • clearly perceptible more power
  • hardly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

Renault Scénic

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • convincingly more electric range

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Tucson

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.

Hyundai Tucson has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13731 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic performs convincingly better – achieving up to 598 km, about 528 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Scénic

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 288 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs somewhat better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls evident stronger with 379 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 79 Nm difference.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is a bit lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers a bit more room – 620 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs minimal better – up to 1799 L, which is about 129 L more than the Renault Scénic.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson barely noticeable takes the win – 545 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson holds a very small edge 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.

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
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Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Renault Scénic

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

Reviews Renault Scénic

5 (1 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson
Renault Scénic

Costs and Consumption
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
34600 - 44000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1927 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4470 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1571 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1670 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.