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Renault electric & hybrid cars in the UK
Be EV Wise lists Renault models that can be bought new in the UK: 5 pure EV versions and 2 full hybrids. Guide prices in our list run from about £21,000 (Renault Clio E-Tech full hybrid) to £33,245 (Renault Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh Long Range).
Renault models at a glance
| Model | Type | Body, seats | Guide price | Range | Battery | Rapid charging | Boot | Grant | Brand warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 E-Tech 52 kWh 150hp | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £23,445 | about 195 mi | 52 kWh | up to 75 kW | 420 L | Band 1 | 5 years |
| 5 E-Tech 40 kWh 120hp | Pure EV | Hatchback, 5 | £21,495 | about 160 mi | 40 kWh | up to 55 kW | 326 L | Band 2 | 5 years |
| 5 E-Tech 52 kWh 150hp | Pure EV | Hatchback, 5 | £23,945 | about 205 mi | 52 kWh | up to 75 kW | 326 L | Band 1 | 5 years |
| Megane E-Tech 60 kWh 220hp | Pure EV | Hatchback, 5 | £31,295 | about 235 mi | 60 kWh | up to 80 kW | 440 L | Band 2 | 5 years |
| Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh Long Range | Pure EV | SUV, 5 | £33,245 | about 295 mi | 87 kWh | up to 95 kW | 545 L | Band 1 | 5 years |
| Captur E-Tech full hybrid | Full hybrid | SUV, 5 | About £27,000–£33,000 | Not plug-in | Small, self-charging | n/a | Check | Not listed | 5 years |
| Clio E-Tech full hybrid | Full hybrid | Hatchback, 5 | About £21,000–£27,000 | Not plug-in | Small, self-charging | n/a | Check | Not listed | 5 years |
Guide prices are approximate and some may already include the Electric Car Grant. Pure EV range is a typical real-world estimate; plug-in hybrid range is the official electric-only figure. Battery chemistry is shown only where a source names it. *Warranty depends on servicing conditions. "Check" means we have not confirmed it: ask the seller. Reliability: see the Warrantywise Reliability Index (built from used-car repair data, so many new models have no score).
Highlights
- Lowest-priced pure EV: Renault 5 E-Tech 40 kWh 120hp, about £21,495.
- Longest real-world range: Renault Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh Long Range, about 295 miles.
- Fastest rapid charging: Renault Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh Long Range, up to 95 kW.
- Biggest boot: Renault Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh Long Range, 545 litres.
- Electric Car Grant: 5 variants appeared on published lists (confirm variant and price).
What to check before you buy a Renault
- Confirm the on-the-road price, and whether any Electric Car Grant is included.
- Ask for the vehicle and battery warranty terms in writing, including servicing conditions.
- Ask which battery chemistry the exact car has.
- Look up the model in the Warrantywise Reliability Index.
Frequently asked questions about Renault
Which Renault electric and hybrid cars can you buy new in the UK?
Our list includes the 4 E-Tech, 5 E-Tech, Captur E-Tech full hybrid, Clio E-Tech full hybrid, Megane E-Tech, Scenic E-Tech. That is 5 pure EV versions and 2 full hybrids. Availability and trims change, so confirm with a dealer.
How much does a new Renault cost in the UK?
Guide prices in our list run from about £21,000 (Renault Clio E-Tech full hybrid) to £33,245 (Renault Scenic E-Tech 87 kWh Long Range). Prices are approximate, change often, and some may already include the Electric Car Grant. Always confirm the on-the-road price with the seller.
What range do Renault electric cars have?
Typical real-world range in our list runs from about 160 to 295 miles across the 5 pure EV versions. The official WLTP figure is higher; winter and motorway driving reduce range further.
Are the Renault hybrids self-charging or plug-in?
In our list, Renault Captur E-Tech full hybrid is a full hybrid; Renault Clio E-Tech full hybrid is a full hybrid. Full hybrids charge themselves and cannot be plugged in; plug-in hybrids have a larger battery you charge from a socket.
Are any Renault cars eligible for the Electric Car Grant?
Some are. Renault 4 E-Tech 52 kWh 150hp, Renault 5 E-Tech 40 kWh 120hp, Renault 5 E-Tech 52 kWh 150hp, Renault Megane E-Tech 60 kWh 220hp appeared on published Electric Car Grant lists. The grant applies by variant and only to cars priced at or below £37,000, so confirm with the seller and check GOV.UK. and others
What warranty does Renault offer on new cars?
We understand Renault's standard new-car warranty to be 5 years. Battery warranties are separate, typically around eight years or 100,000 miles: confirm the terms for your car.
What battery do Renault cars use?
Battery chemistry is not published in our sources for these Renault models. Ask the seller to confirm it in writing for the exact car.
How reliable are Renault cars?
Each model can be checked against the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses used-car repair data (vehicles three to fifteen years old, at least 250 per model). Many new models have no score yet, and the Index is not a prediction for an individual car.
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Figures compiled September 2026 from published UK sources and are approximate. Page reviewed 2026-09-20. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.