Mazda CX-80 vs Renault Scenic E-Tech

The Mazda CX-80 starts from $56,100 before on-road costs, while the Renault Scenic E-Tech opens at $55,990. That makes the Renault Scenic E-Tech the more affordable entry point by $110.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $61,710 and $61,589 respectively.

The Renault Scenic E-Tech qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mazda CX-80, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Mazda CX-80 and Renault Scenic E-Tech hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the Mazda CX-80 and 88% for the Renault Scenic E-Tech.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Renault Scenic E-Tech, against 6 on the Mazda CX-80.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Mazda CX-80 and 7 in the Renault Scenic E-Tech.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mazda CX-80 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Renault Scenic E-Tech gets a 12-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Scenic E-Tech counters with wireless charging, BOSE audio and ambient lighting that the Mazda CX-80 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mazda CX-80 gets cloth upholstery while the Renault Scenic E-Tech offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Mazda CX-80 and 2-zone in the Renault Scenic E-Tech.

The Mazda CX-80 uses a Diesel producing 187kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9 seconds.

The Renault Scenic E-Tech responds with a Electric making 125kW and 280Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.6 seconds.

The Mazda CX-80 has the clear power advantage at 187kW vs 125kW. In the real-world sprint, the Renault Scenic E-Tech is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mazda CX-80 measures 4,990mm long on a 3,120mm wheelbase, 520mm longer than the Renault Scenic E-Tech at 4,470mm (2,785mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-80 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 258L in the Mazda CX-80 and 545L in the Renault Scenic E-Tech, giving the Renault Scenic E-Tech a 287L advantage. The Mazda CX-80 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mazda CX-80 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-80) vs 5 years / 100,000km (Renault Scenic E-Tech). Both match on warranty length.