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Renault Scenic E-Tech vs Mini Aceman

Just TBA separates the Renault Scenic E-Tech and Mini Aceman on starting price, but the Renault Scenic E-Tech goes 315 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.

Key differences at a glance

The biggest material gaps between the Renault Scenic E-Tech and Mini Aceman, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.

  1. 1

    Range · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech

    The Renault Scenic E-Tech goes 315 km further on a charge (625 vs 310 km WLTP).

  2. 2

    Battery · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech

    The Renault Scenic E-Tech carries a 48.5 kWh larger battery (87 vs 38.5 kWh).

  3. 3

    DC charging · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech

    The Renault Scenic E-Tech accepts 75 kW more DC peak charging (150 vs 75 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.

  4. 4

    Boot · advantage Renault Scenic E-Tech

    The Renault Scenic E-Tech swallows 245 L more cargo with the rear seats up (545 vs 300 L).

  5. 5

    0–100 km/h · advantage Mini Aceman

    The Mini Aceman is 0.5 s quicker to 100 km/h (7.9 s vs 8.4 s).

Spec for spec

Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.

Spec
Renault Scenic E-Tech
Mini Aceman
Price from
$55,990
$55,990
Range (WLTP)
625 km
310 km
Battery capacity
87 kWh
38.5 kWh
Motor power
160 kW
135 kW
Torque
300 Nm
290 Nm
0–100 km/h
8.4 s
7.9 s
Efficiency
DC fast charging
150 kW
75 kW
Boot
545 L
300 L
ANCAP
5★
5★
Vehicle warranty
5 yrs
5 yrs

Where the Renault Scenic E-Tech wins

  • 315 km longer WLTP range
  • Faster DC charging peak (150 kW vs 75 kW)

Where the Mini Aceman wins

  • Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.9s vs 8.4s)

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

Mini Aceman

What we like

  • Mini character in a more practical crossover body
  • Fresh 5-star Euro NCAP rating
  • Distinctive interior design language

What we don't

  • 310 km WLTP range is modest for the price
  • Small 38.5 kWh battery limits long trips
  • China origin matters to some Mini fans

Frequently asked: Renault Scenic E-Tech vs Mini Aceman

Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.

Which has the longer driving range?
The Renault Scenic E-Tech has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 625 km, 315 km further than the Mini Aceman's 310 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 75 kW for the Mini Aceman. 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 Mini Aceman does 0–100 km/h in 7.9 seconds — 0.5 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.

Which one should you buy?

The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.

Choose the

Renault Scenic E-Tech

if…

  • maximum range matters (315 km further per charge)
  • you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
  • you regularly load it up (245 L more boot)
See the Renault Scenic E-Tech →

Choose the

Mini Aceman

if…

  • you match the profile: city couples
See the Mini Aceman →

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.