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Renault Scenic vs Smart #3
Selected trimProChange trim202 mi · 66 kWh · £33,960
At a glance
In this comparison, Renault Scenic leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Smart #3 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault Scenic if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Smart #3 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Scenic leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueRenault
Renault
7.7
Smart
6.1
Motorway RangeRenault
Renault
4.4
Smart
2.8
FamilyRenault
Renault
7.4
Smart
5.7
ChargingRenault
Renault
3.6
Smart
1.7
Cost Per Mile
Renault
3.1
Smart
2.7
Too close to call
City DrivingSmart
Renault
5.1
Smart
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Renault ScenicTechno | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,995 | £33,960 (better) |
| Official range | 392 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Boot space | 545 L (better) | 370 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 37 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 5.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Renault Scenic
Smart #3
Length
Renault Scenic4,470mm
Smart #34,400mm-70mm
Width
Renault Scenic1,864mm
Smart #31,844mm-20mm
Height
Renault Scenic1,620mm
Smart #31,556mm-64mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Renault ScenicTechno | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,470 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,864 mm | 1,844 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,085 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,556 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 536 mm spare | 556 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Renault ScenicTechno | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 890 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 545 L (better) | 370 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1670 L (better) | 1160 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 15 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Renault Scenic
- 392 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Smart #3
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Renault Scenic Techno |  Smart #3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.47m | 4.40m-70mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.84m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.56m-64mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.79m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 545L (better) | 370L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1670L (better) | 1160L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 890mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.92m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 89kWh (better) | 66kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 392 mi (better) | 202 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,995 | £33,960 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £33,245 (-£3,750) | £33,960 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Coupe |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Renault Scenic: Manufacturer quotes 15-80% on a 150 kW charger.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Renault ScenicTechno | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 392 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 274 miles (better) | 189 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 37 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 168 Wh/km (better) | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 89 kWh (better) | 66 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Renault ScenicTechno | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec | 5.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 160 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 300 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Renault Scenic
Techno
Smart #3
Pro
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Renault Scenic
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Renault Scenic Techno
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Smart #3 Pro
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Renault ScenicTechno | Smart #3Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Renault Scenic
Techno
Owners love
- Owners praise the comfort, quiet cabin and supple ride, even on 20-inch wheels.
- Real-world range is strong: about 300 miles in mild weather and around 3.2-3.6 miles per kWh, with good results on long European trips.
- The Google-based infotainment, physical controls and well-equipped base techno trim are rated highly.
Watch out for
- The My Renault app is unreliable: wrong information, crashes and failed remote commands.
- Winter and fast-motorway range fall well below WLTP (about 2.9 miles per kWh at 75 mph).
- Rapid charging sometimes peaks well below the 150 kW maximum.
Owner tips
- Check the car's exact spec for 22 kW charging, V2L and One Pedal rather than assuming by year.
- Check the tyre pressures against the door sticker; several cars were delivered well over spec.
Smart #3
Pro
Owners love
- Smart Pilot Assist lane-centering and adaptive cruise control significantly reduce driver fatigue on motorway journeys
- Quiet, refined driving experience with comfortable ride quality and Mercedes-quality interior materials
- Excellent value proposition with competitive pricing, extensive standard features, and strong performance in Brabus mode
Watch out for
- Infotainment system poorly designed with busy interface and excessive menu navigation required
- Quality control issues reported on delivery including scratches, sand in door handles, and defective components
- Range falls significantly short of claimed figures, especially when using Brabus performance mode
Owner tips
- Request detailed pre-delivery inspection to catch transport damage; arrange home charger and Charge Place Scotland card before taking delivery
- Budget for extended warranty coverage to match 4-year PCP payment terms and mitigate servicing uncertainties
Buying options
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Renault Scenic
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Smart #3
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Renault Scenic
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Smart #3
- £27,3002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Scenic worth the extra £3,035 over the Smart #3?
The Renault Scenic costs £3,035 more than the Smart #3. For that premium it adds 190 miles more WLTP range and 175 litres more boot space. The Smart #3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 40 kW more power and a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault Scenic comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Renault Scenic or the Smart #3?
The Smart #3 is £3,035 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #3 comes out roughly £2,995 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Renault Scenic and Smart #3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 274 miles for the Renault Scenic and 189 miles for the Smart #3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault Scenic goes roughly 85 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-37 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Renault Scenic or the Smart #3?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 556 mm of total clearance for the Smart #3 and about 536 mm of total clearance for the Renault Scenic.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Renault Scenic or the Smart #3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Renault Scenic and 84% for the Smart #3. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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