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Mercedes V Class vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (48,200 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Renault Scénic?

Mercedes V Class vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Mercedes V Class

  • marginally more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Scénic is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,536 £.

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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 Mercedes V Class offers marginally more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Scénic is clearly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries substantially more – 908 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 390 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic holds a narrow overall lead 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
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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Renault Scénic

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4.6 (4 Reviews)
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David
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Better finishes, physical controls, European build, ride quality, soundproofing, better seats, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
187 - 232 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
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Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
636 - 908 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes V Class have?

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

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