Renault Scenic E-Tech vs Kia EV5

The Renault Scenic E-Tech starts from $55,990 before on-road costs, while the Kia EV5 opens at $56,770. That makes the Renault Scenic E-Tech the more affordable entry point by $780.

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 $61,589 and $62,447 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the Renault Scenic E-Tech and Kia EV5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Renault Scenic E-Tech and 88% for the Kia EV5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Renault Scenic E-Tech, against 6 on the Kia EV5.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Renault Scenic E-Tech and 7 in the Kia EV5.

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

The Renault Scenic E-Tech features a 12-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Kia EV5 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Scenic E-Tech stands out with wireless charging, power tailgate, BOSE audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Kia EV5. The Kia EV5 counters with V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Renault Scenic E-Tech gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Kia EV5 offers cloth & artificial leather.

The Renault Scenic E-Tech uses a Electric producing 125kW and 280Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.6 seconds.

The Kia EV5 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 310Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The Kia EV5 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 125kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Kia EV5 is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 60kWh (Renault Scenic E-Tech) vs 64.2kWh (Kia EV5), giving WLTP ranges of 430km and 400km. DC fast charging peaks at 130kW (Renault Scenic E-Tech) vs 150kW (Kia EV5).

The Renault Scenic E-Tech measures 4,470mm long on a 2,785mm wheelbase, 145mm shorter than the Kia EV5 at 4,615mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Renault Scenic E-Tech generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 545L in the Renault Scenic E-Tech and 513L in the Kia EV5, giving the Renault Scenic E-Tech a 32L advantage.

For towing, the Renault Scenic E-Tech leads with a 1,000kg braked capacity vs 300kg. That 700kg 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 / 100,000km (Renault Scenic E-Tech) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV5). The Kia EV5 has longer coverage.