Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range vs Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 7.1 s Runner-up: 8.4 s
Range winner Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine 625 km Runner-up: 540 km
Power winner Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 252 hp Runner-up: 220 hp
Cargo winner Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine 545 L Runner-up: 413 L
Price winner Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range $39,200 Runner-up: $45,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 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. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.1 seconds, compared with 8.4 seconds for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed output at 252 hp; 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine is rated at 220 hp, a difference of 32 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range at 420 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 540 km for 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine has the lower recorded consumption at 13.9 kWh/100km; 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 15.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 200 kW, compared with 150 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 413 litres, a difference of 132 litres. 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine is 30 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

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $39,200, compared with $45,500 for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 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 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range2026 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.1 s8.4 s
Top Speed180 km/h170 km/h
Power252 hp220 hp
Torque420 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range540 km625 km
Battery82 kWh87 kWh
Efficiency15.2 kWh/100km13.9 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging200 kW150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,440 mm4,470 mm
Ground Clearance171 mm156 mm
Cargo413 L545 L
Curb Weight2,020 kg1,875 kg
Towing1,500 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$39,200$45,500

Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range vs Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.1 seconds, versus 8.4 seconds for 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has more power at 252 hp, a 32 hp advantage over 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine.

Which has more range, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 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 540 km (336 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 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 82.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 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 413 litres (14.6 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range is heavier at 2,020 kg (4,453 lb), while 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine is listed at 1,875 kg (4,134 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,200 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 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range or the 2025 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range Esprit Alpine?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 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.