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Vauxhall Frontera vs Renault Scénic comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or Renault Scénic?

Vauxhall Frontera vs Renault Scénic: Key differences

Vauxhall Frontera

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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

Frontera

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.

Vauxhall Frontera is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,894 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Frontera is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Renault Scénic. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers markedly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 190 km more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

Scénic

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Scénic is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Scénic delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Frontera

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is clearly lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 428 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers a bit more boot space – 545 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Frontera carries barely more – 570 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic has only a minor advantage 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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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV that balances off-road capability with comfortable everyday driving. It offers straightforward mechanics and a practical cabin, making it a sensible choice for buyers who value durability over flash.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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Roch
18 May 2026, 10:12:50

Automatic gearbox and certain features, like the windshield wipers that aren’t optional; the trunk capacity is larger on the 5-seat Frontera.

Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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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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Reviews Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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David
19 May 2026, 08:25:28

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

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Vauxhall Frontera
Renault Scénic

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
308 - 408 km
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
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0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
4,470 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,571 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Payload
436 - 570 kg
Payload
514 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Frontera have?

The Vauxhall Frontera is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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