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Mercedes B Class vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Renault Scénic?

Mercedes B Class vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter

Renault Scénic

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space

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

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes B Class is barely cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,499 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers significantly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 515 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

Scénic

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 Mercedes B Class offers barely more power – delivering 238 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes B Class is markedly faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers markedly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

B Class

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is markedly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 417 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers moderately more boot space – 545 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Scénic offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,670 L, about 230 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries only slightly more – 550 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 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
Mercedes B Class
Renault Scénic

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Renault Scénic

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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Mercedes B Class
Renault Scénic

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,745 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4,419 mm
Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
1,562 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
223 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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