Best in class Key Rival: Renault Scenic
The Scenic nameplate is back on a Renault, but this time it is being sold as a crossover. Yet despite this, the French manufacturer is selling the Scenic on the
roominess and practicality of its interior. One interior highlight is the SolarBay roof, fitted here, which can be changed from clear to opaque at the touch of a
47.64p CPM
button, or by voice command. Read our full review on P36.
This Scenic is in range-topping Iconic spec, with the second highest P11D figure in this group (£45,440), and unsurprisingly, it has affected its standing – but it remains similar to the other models here in terms of price. More impressive, considering the other models in this set, is the fact that at £23,000 and 51%, it has the highest residuals. On top of this, the Scenic is
Residual value: 51% Depreciation: £21,740 Fuel costs: £3,767 SMR: £2,980
the lowest depreciator at £21,740. Where the Renault falls down, is that it has the second-highest SMR figure of the four cars we’re reviewing at £2,980. Despite the high residuals and low depreciation, the Scenic can only achieve the second lowest cost per mile figure here.
Renault Scenic E-Tech 87kWh Iconic
P11D: £45,440 CO2 (tax): 0g/km (2%) BIK 20/40% a month: £15/£30 Range: 369 miles National Insurance: £125 First year VED: £0 Subsequent VED: £0 Battery size/power: 87kWh/215hp AFR: 9p
Key Rival: Tesla Model Y RWD
Like the idea of the Tesla Model 3, but want more interior practicality and boot space? Well, the Model Y could be just the EV you need. The Model Y was launched back in 2021, boasting a 50mm longer body, and a taller, curvier roof which adds 150mm.
Despite being five seats only, the Model Y feels spacious inside, which is helped by the glass roof and low window line. There is also a practical 854-litre boot, which can be extended to 2,100
Residual value: 51% Depreciation: £21,750 Fuel costs: £3,479 SMR: £3,091
CPM 47.20p
Tesla Model Y RWD
P11D: £44,935 CO2 (tax): 0g/km (2%) BIK 20/40% a month: £14/£28 Range: 283 miles National Insurance: £124 First year VED: £0 Subsequent VED: £0 Battery size/power: 60kWh/347hp AFR: 9p
is easily the fastest here, but has the smallest range (283 miles), yet owners will benefit from their impressive Supercharger network boasting over 6,000 across Europe.
litres with the rear seat folded. The RWD version that we’re focussing on is the entry-level Model Y – if you
Key Rival: Volvo EX30
Volvo’s new baby EV SUV is hugely important, and we’re pleased to say the EX30 is, in the most part, a great addition to the range. It shares its SEA (Sustainable Experience Architecture) platform, developed by Geely Holdings, with the Smart #1. Outside, the EX30 almost looks like a scaled-down mixture of the incoming EX90 and current XC40. The design
Volvo EX30 Extended
Range Ultra 69kWh P11D: £41,190 CO2 (tax): 0g/km (2%) BIK 20/40% a month: £14/£28 Range: 295 miles National Insurance: £116 First year VED: £0 Subsequent VED: £0 Battery size/power: 69kWh/272hp AFR: 9p
instantly shouts Volvo, is attractive, sleek, has sharp detailing and looks at home on the larger 20in alloy wheels fitted as standard. The EX30’s interior design is equally impressive, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag ergonomically. Why? Well, Volvo has removed most of the interior’s physical buttons and put them in the 12.3in central tablet screen. Space is good in the front – the seats are supportive, but rear space is tight for tall adults and the boot is a bit on the small side at 318 litres.
The 69kWh Extended Range is expected to be the most popular fleet choice, offering a competitive 295-mile range,
Residual value: 48% Depreciation: £21,365 Fuel costs: £3,845 SMR: £1,834
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and when it comes to charging, all EX30s can take AC and DC, with the Extended Range capable of charging from 10-80% at 153kW in just 28 minutes.
The EX30 scores top positions for SMR
(£1,834), National Insurance (£116), depreciation (£21,365), and the lowest P11D value (£41,190). No surprise then, that its 45.07p cost per mile figure is the lowest here and it takes the win.
45.07p CPM
can call a car costing over £40,000 entry- level, even with the much-publicised Tesla price reductions. The Model Y
Interestingly, the Model Y matches the Renault Scenic’s 51% residual value figure – the best here. Part of the reason for its mid-place finish, is because it has got the highest SMR figure, at £3,091.
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