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Renault Scénic vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Scénic or VW Caddy?

Renault Scénic vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Renault Scénic

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat 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:

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.

VW Caddy is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Renault Scénic costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,869 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Scénic offers substantially more range – reaching up to 598 km, about 477 km more than the VW Caddy.

Caddy

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 Renault Scénic offers clearly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Scénic is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is barely faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy delivers very slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Scénic

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is somewhat lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 247 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,030 L more than the Renault Scénic.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries markedly more – 710 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 192 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Scénic is decisively ahead 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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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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,600 - 44,000 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
420 - 598 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,927 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,470 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,571 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,670 L
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
514 - 518 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Renault Scénic?

The Renault Scénic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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