2024 Renault Scenic E-Tech Iconic | POV Test Drive | 0 to 100 km/h | Autopilot

[@GDrives_NL]

A new video features the French C-segment car, the Scenic E-Tech. I found the car to be "OK". It has above-average space, a longer range than the Model Y, a good and ergonomic interior, and nice physical buttons. However, for a family car intended for holidays, its 150 kW DC fast charging is outdated. Although French cars are known for their comfort, the Scenic isn't particularly comfortable. It’s sturdier than expected for a Renault, with direct steering suggesting sportiness that isn't fully there. The front-wheel drive causes some steering feedback, and the grip isn't exceptional. Overall, the Scenic is neither very comfortable nor exceptionally sporty.

[@AltarenGalil]

Seemed very quiet, although that's hard to determine from video. How were the noise levels throughout the drive?

[@GDrives_NL]

@@AltarenGalilThere's some wind noise at 100 km/h, but it's not too loud. Road noise is only noticeable on very rough roads. Overall, it's one of the quieter cars in its class.

[@gerry5134]

The motor braking power must be really good and regeneration

[@gerry5134]

Sounds like an aircraft taking off !!

[@GDrives_NL]

It's good but not so good as the Tesla models. The sound is a nice gimmick :)

[@gerry5134]

@@GDrives_NL Really ? But I suppose for price it isn't too bad. Would love a Tesla !

[@GDrives_NL]

Where do you live? Cause for the price of a Scenic (starting at €42k) you can get a Tesla Model Y.

[@gerry5134]

@@GDrives_NL The U.K . I see you've driven some Tesla models.

[@clipsonplextorfield3230]

Nice review. The claimed 625km already looks extreemly fake and in line with the high consumption of the Nissan Ariya. with the same baterry size. 450km at 96% or 468km at 100% Still leave a good 300-325km of range between 80-10%. But with this consumption and 40min charging its going to turn ppl away.

[@GDrives_NL]

Charging at 150 kW is feasible if the SOC is below 10%. According to the EV database, the car charges between 10% and 80% at 95 kW. The 625 km range is based on city traffic, but combined traffic reduces it to well under 500 km.

[@wakeywarrior]

People are getting over 500km out of the battery in motorway driving.

[@GDrives_NL]

That's great!

[@gerry5134]

Cool 👍🏼​@@wakeywarrior

[@mikewhite4099]

I think efficiency at low speeds is the most important. Most people’s motoring is local - commuting, shopping, school runs etc. with the occasional long road trip perhaps one or two times a year. I couldn’t make out from the screen the cars consumption in this video, but that is the sort of driving that many people do most of the time. With current rapid charger prices in the uk (75-85p/kwh) you know you are going to get ripped off on a road trip. Fortunately the real benefit of an ev is charging overnight at home on cheap electricity for most of your motoring. If maybe you are a sales person and spend most of your time on motorways, maybe at the moment an ev is not for you.