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Renault Scénic vs MG HS comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Scénic or MG HS?

Renault Scénic vs MG HS: Key differences

Renault Scénic

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space
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MG HS

4.8 (10 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

Scénic

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.

MG HS is somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,637 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers substantially more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 498 km more than the MG HS.

HS

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 MG HS offers somewhat more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG HS is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG HS delivers moderately more torque with 350 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Scénic

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, MG HS is very slightly lighter – 1,735 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers very slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 507 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Scénic carries clearly more – 518 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic is clearly superior 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
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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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Ste
5 Jun 2026, 12:05:05

Hg: clearly the price, the equipment, the power, and of course the 7-year warranty, not just 3.

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Jose
3 Jun 2026, 15:41:56

Very competitive price
Very good and adequate finishes
Premium features
Extremely quiet

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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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Renault Scénic
MG HS

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
14 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
441 - 507 L
Length
4,470 mm
Length
-
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
514 - 518 kg
Payload
400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Renault Scénic?

The Renault Scénic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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