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Renault Scénic vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Scénic or Volvo V90?

Renault Scénic vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Renault Scénic

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Volvo V90

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Scénic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Scénic is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,677 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers significantly more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 510 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 Volvo V90 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo V90 is very slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

Scénic

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Scénic is a bit lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 253 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Scénic offers a bit more boot space – 545 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Scénic offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,670 L, about 216 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Scénic carries barely more – 518 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic holds a decisive 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
Renault Scénic
Volvo V90

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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Renault Scénic
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4,470 mm
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
514 - 518 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Volvo
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