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Battery size: 60 - 87 kWh
Battery warranty: 8 years/100,000 miles
Range: 260 - 379 miles 
Charging speed: 130 - 150kW
E-Rating™: A+
Motors and performance
The Scenic gets 215bhp, which is fairly modest power and pace by the standards of some rivals. In practice, though, it’s more than gutsy enough to feel confident even in a fast motorway merge – just don’t expect it to be fizzy and exciting, as this is very much a soft, comfy family car that majors on pleasant, serene progress. And that’s as it should be, really.
There are variable drive modes, including an Eco mode to make the most of the potential range, and a Sport mode for those spirited moments, but mostly the Scenic is happiest pottering about in Comfort. If you do want a faster or more spirited drive, then check out the Volvo EX30, Ford Explorer and Mini Countryman for sportier alternatives.
Drive and handling
The Scenic is based on the same CMF-EV platform as the Nissan Ariya and Renault Megane, and it has a nice wieldiness afforded by the light steering and smooth acceleration. You can toggle through the regenerative braking modes via paddles on the steering wheel, which allows you to turn it off altogether or dial it right up to very heavy braking that’s just a bit less aggressive than the ‘one pedal’ driving mode you get in the Kia EV3. There’s adaptive regen’ if you want it, too. The ride is decent, even on the big 20-inch alloy wheels of the Iconic trim. It soaks up potholes and patched up road surfaces nicely, making this a rather zen-feeling family car.
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