Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV vs Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV 6.5 s Runner-up: 8.4 s
Range winner Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine 625 km Runner-up: 53 km
Power winner Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV 288 hp Runner-up: 220 hp
Cargo winner Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine 545 L Runner-up: 398 L
Price winner Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV $39,995 Runner-up: $45,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV against the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 8.4 seconds for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine. 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the higher listed output at 288 hp; 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine is rated at 220 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV at 519 Nm and 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine at 300 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine carries the longer listed range at 625 km, against 53 km for 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV. 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 150 kW, compared with 32 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 545 litres versus 398 litres, a difference of 147 litres. 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine is 8 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the lower listed starting price at $39,995, compared with $45,500 for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine. 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s8.4 s
Top Speed200 km/h170 km/h
Power288 hp220 hp
Torque519 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range53 km625 km
Battery15.5 kWh87 kWh
Fuel Tank45 L—
Efficiency2.6 L/100km13.9 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions59 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging32 kW150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,462 mm4,470 mm
Ground Clearance193 mm156 mm
Cargo398 L545 L
Curb Weight1,858 kg1,875 kg
Towing1,134 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$39,995$45,500

Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV vs Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 8.4 seconds for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has more power at 288 hp, a 68 hp advantage over 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine.

Which has more range, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine has the longer listed range at 625 km (388 miles), versus 53 km (33 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine has the larger listed battery at 87.0 kWh, compared with 15.5 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine has more listed cargo space at 545 litres (19.2 cu ft), versus 398 litres (14.1 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine is heavier at 1,875 kg (4,134 lb), while 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV is listed at 1,858 kg (4,096 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,995 USD, compared with $45,500 USD for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.