Renault Scenic E-Tech electric SUV confirmed for Australia

Renault Australia has confirmed the new all-electric Scenic E-Tech small SUV will arrive in local showrooms before the end of 2025, marking the return of the Scenic badge after a 15-year hiatus.

The new Renault Scenic E-Tech has been locked in for the Australian marketplace, signalling the next chapter in Renault’s electrification journey following the launch of the Megane E-Tech in February 2024.

Roughly the same size as a Nissan Qashqai, pricing and specification for Australian market Scenic models is still being nailed down but European models give us a good idea of what to expect.

In the EU it’s offered in three trim levels with a choice of two battery sizes and power outputs – although if the $54,990 Renault Megane E-Tech is any indication, just one model grade may be offered here.

Standard range variants are powered by a single electric motor (125kW/280Nm) paired with a 60kWh battery, good for up to 430km on the WLTP cycle.

Long-range versions get a more potent e-motor (160kW/300Nm) and a denser 87kWh battery, extending the claimed range to 625km on the WLTP cycle, which is above average in the EV realm.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive and support DC fast charging at up to 150kW for the long-range versions and 130kW charging for standard range Scenic E-Tech models.

Boot space is rated at 545-litres (extending to 1670-litres) which is generous for a vehicle that is smaller than a 4600mm Toyota RAV4. The new Scenic measures 4470mm from bumper to bumper.

The previous Scenic was sold locally as a five-seat hatchback and a seven-seat people-mover but the new version has been reimagined as a five-seat electric SUV, fitted with the French brand’s latest EV technology.

Renault’s EV offerings in Australia haven’t set the sales charts on fire thus far, largely due to their relatively high price points – especially compared to EVs from Chinese challenger brands.

The Megane E-Tech found 179 buyers in the first nine months of 2025, down from 212 the year prior.

It was originally launched with a $65K price tag and Renault quickly lopped $10,000 from the price.

By comparison, the China-built Geely EX5 mid-size SUV is priced from $40,990 and has sold over 3000 units in Australia in the same timeframe.

Thus far in 2025, the French brand’s best-selling vehicle is the Renault Master (1481 sales) followed by the aging Koleos SUV (737 sales).

Renault will reveal local pricing, specifications and model grades closer to the Scenic E-Tech’s on-sale date by late 2025. It’s expected to strengthen Renault’s growing EV range in Australia alongside the Megane E-Tech and Kangoo E-Tech.

Renault Australia’s general manager, Glen Sealey, said the arrival of the Scenic E-Tech marks a milestone in the brand’s product renewal.

“Earlier this year we announced Renault Australia would introduce six new or updated models over the next 18 months.

“The Renault Scenic E-Tech is just the start of our revitalisation program… in a sea of ‘same-same’ SUVs, it stands out for its French flair, cutting-edge design and easy-to-use technology.

“We will have more to share about the Renault Scenic E-Tech closer to local showroom arrivals,” said Mr Sealey.

The French importer is expected to draw plenty of attention with its supercar slaying circa-$300,000 Renault 5 Turbo 3e in 2026, which will be joined by standard Renault 5 models.

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