Renault Korea accepting preorders for Scenic E-Tech EV

Renault Korea's Scenic E-Tech family SUV / Courtesy of Renault Korea

Renault Korea’s first strategic electric vehicle (EV) — the Scenic E-Tech — is now available for preorders ahead of its official market debut in August, the carmaker said Wednesday.

The vehicle is equipped with a high-performance 87-kilowatt-hour (kWh) nickel manganese cobalt (NCM) battery from LG Energy Solution. This enables the EV to drive up to 460 kilometers on a single charge, making it an ideal fit for those seeking a compact family SUV with balanced features.

The family-purpose EV boasts a spacious, flat-floor interior with 884 millimeters of headroom size. Folding the second-row seats opens as much as 1,670 liters of cargo space, according to the company.

The vehicle also contains a series of premium features, such as the “Ingenius” rear armrest designed for mobile device use and the "Solarbay" panoramic sunroof. The 1.65 square-meter glass roof is made from 50 percent recycled glass and can be adjusted to transparent or opaque settings for each of its front or rear rows. This helps passengers enjoy customizable lighting and privacy.

The Scenic E-Tech EV / Courtesy of Renault Korea

Sustainability is also another key focus of the vehicle. More than 24 percent of the vehicle is made from recycled materials, and up to 90 percent of its components — such as the battery and powertrain — are recyclable.

The interior features leather-free materials: the steering wheel uses a synthetic leather-like finish and the seats are trimmed in fabric or bio-sourced materials.

Renault Korea also paid special attention to ensuring the vehicle's safety — represented by two core technologies. The first is the carmaker’s patented Fireman Access technology developed in collaboration with French fire authorities. The technology allows firefighters to quickly extinguish a battery fire.

The Pyro Switch system automatically cuts off battery power in case of a crash when airbags deploy. This helps prevent fire and any secondary damage.

Renault Korea started accepting preorders on June 27. The Scenic E-Tech comes with a starting price of 46 million won ($33,400) after subsidies in Seoul.

“With its proven performance in Europe, Renault Korea is confident that the Scenic E-Tech will resonate with Korean drivers seeking a reliable and sustainable electric SUV,” an official from the carmaker said.