Head-to-head
Hyundai Kona Electric vs Renault Scenic E-Tech
Just $1,990 separates the Hyundai Kona Electric and Renault Scenic E-Tech on starting price, but the Renault Scenic E-Tech goes 120 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Hyundai Kona Electric
The second-generation Kona Electric brings sharper styling, more efficient packaging and a choice of 48 kWh Standard Range or 65 kWh Extended Range batteries. Built in Europe rather than Korea for this generation.
- From
- $54,000
- Range
- 505 km
- Battery
- 65 kWh
Option B · SUV
Renault Scenic E-Tech
Renault reinvented the Scenic nameplate as a sharp-looking electric SUV — the EV87 variant pairs an 87 kWh battery with 625 km WLTP range. The 22 kW three-phase AC charging is unusual at this price.
- From
- $55,990
- Range
- 625 km
- Battery
- 87 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Hyundai Kona Electric and Renault Scenic E-Tech, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech
The Renault Scenic E-Tech goes 120 km further on a charge (625 vs 505 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech
The Renault Scenic E-Tech carries a 22.0 kWh larger battery (87 vs 65 kWh).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech
The Renault Scenic E-Tech accepts 45 kW more DC peak charging (150 vs 105 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Boot · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech
The Renault Scenic E-Tech swallows 79 L more cargo with the rear seats up (545 vs 466 L).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Hyundai Kona Electric
The Hyundai Kona Electric is 0.8 s quicker to 100 km/h (7.6 s vs 8.4 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Hyundai Kona Electric wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,990
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.6s vs 8.4s)
Where the Renault Scenic E-Tech wins
- ▸ 120 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (150 kW vs 105 kW)
Hyundai Kona Electric
What we like
- ✓ Choice of battery sizes to match budget
- ✓ Strong real-world efficiency for the segment
- ✓ Native Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
What we don't
- ✕ 4-star ANCAP rating trails most rivals
- ✕ Rear seat space tight for the segment
- ✕ Pricing crept up over earlier generations
Renault Scenic E-Tech
What we like
- ✓ 625 km WLTP range from EV87 variant
- ✓ Class-leading 22 kW three-phase AC charging
- ✓ Fresh 2025 ANCAP 5-star rating
What we don't
- ✕ Renault service network limited regionally
- ✕ Modest 0–100 for the price
- ✕ Pricing lifts quickly above the entry variant
Frequently asked: Hyundai Kona Electric vs Renault Scenic E-Tech
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Kona Electric or the Renault Scenic E-Tech?
- The Hyundai Kona Electric is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $54,000 versus $55,990 for the Renault Scenic E-Tech, a $1,990 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Renault Scenic E-Tech has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 625 km, 120 km further than the Hyundai Kona Electric's 505 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Renault Scenic E-Tech accepts a peak DC charging rate of 150 kW versus 105 kW for the Hyundai Kona Electric. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Hyundai Kona Electric does 0–100 km/h in 7.6 seconds — 0.8 s quicker than the Renault Scenic E-Tech's 8.4 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- How do they compare on safety?
- The Renault Scenic E-Tech has a 5-star ANCAP rating versus 4 stars for the Hyundai Kona Electric. ANCAP star ratings reflect testing under a specific protocol year — newer ratings are generally a higher bar than older ones, so always cross-check the test year.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Hyundai Kona Electric
if…
- ✓ you match the profile: couples
Choose the
Renault Scenic E-Tech
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (120 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: families
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.