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Lexus RC vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Renault Scénic?

Lexus RC vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Scénic is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,700 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RC offers considerably more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 246 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is visibly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: Renault Scénic offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is very slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers markedly more boot space – 545 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries barely more – 535 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic sits just 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.

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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
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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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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Better finishes, physical controls, European build, ride quality, soundproofing, better seats, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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