Renault Scénic vs VW Golf Variant – Which car suits you better?

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

Costs and Efficiency: When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Golf Variant has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Renault Scénic costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8490 £.

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 VW Golf Variant has a distinct edge – offering 333 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant pulls noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the VW Golf Variant is noticeable lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers a bit more room – 611 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Scénic performs minimal better – up to 1670 L, which is about 28 L more than the VW Golf Variant.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant minimal takes the win – 547 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

All in all, the VW Golf Variant shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.