Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Scénic or VW ID.3?
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 ID.3 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Renault Scénic costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6060 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.3: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Renault Scénic with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.
As for range, the VW ID.3 performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 605 km, about 7 km more than the Renault Scénic.
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 ID.3 has a evident edge – offering 326 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Renault Scénic takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID.3 performs slightly better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Scénic tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls clearly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, VW ID.3 is minimal lighter – 1787 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Scénic offers clearly perceptible more room – 545 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Scénic performs distinct better – up to 1670 L, which is about 403 L more than the VW ID.3.
When it comes to payload, Renault Scénic barely noticeable takes the win – 518 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The VW ID.3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.
details|
|
|
|
|
|
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
34600 - 44000 £
|
Price
28600 - 49300 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.5 kWh
|
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
|
|
Electric Range
420 - 598 km
|
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
|
|
co2
0 g/km
|
co2
0 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1822 - 1927 kg
|
Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
545 L
|
Trunk capacity
385 L
|
|
Length
4470 mm
|
Length
4264 mm
|
|
Width
1864 mm
|
Width
1809 mm
|
|
Height
1571 mm
|
Height
1564 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1670 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
|
|
Payload
514 - 518 kg
|
Payload
437 - 473 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
170 - 218 HP
|
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.6 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
|
|
Max Speed
150 - 170 km/h
|
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
|
|
Torque
280 - 300 Nm
|
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
|
Power kW
125 - 160 kW
|
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
-
|
Engine capacity
-
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2024 - 2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
|
Brand
Renault
|
Brand
VW
|
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.