Renault Scenic E-Tech vs Volkswagen ID.4

The Renault Scenic E-Tech starts from $55,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID.4 opens at $59,990. That makes the Renault Scenic E-Tech the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

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 $65,989 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 Volkswagen ID.4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Renault Scenic E-Tech and 93% for the Volkswagen ID.4.

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 7 on the Volkswagen ID.4.

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 6 in the Volkswagen ID.4.

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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 Volkswagen ID.4 gets a 12.9-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Scenic E-Tech stands out with BOSE audio — features our data doesn't list for the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 counters with panoramic roof. 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 Volkswagen ID.4 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Renault Scenic E-Tech and 3-zone in the Volkswagen ID.4.

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 Volkswagen ID.4 responds with a Electric making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID.4 has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 125kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Volkswagen ID.4 is 1.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 60kWh (Renault Scenic E-Tech) vs 77kWh (Volkswagen ID.4), giving WLTP ranges of 430km and 544km. DC fast charging peaks at 130kW (Renault Scenic E-Tech) vs 175kW (Volkswagen ID.4).

The Renault Scenic E-Tech measures 4,470mm long on a 2,785mm wheelbase, 115mm shorter than the Volkswagen ID.4 at 4,585mm (2,766mm 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 543L in the Volkswagen ID.4, giving the Renault Scenic E-Tech a 2L advantage.

For towing, the Volkswagen ID.4 leads with a 1,000kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 0kg 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 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen ID.4). Both match on warranty length.