Meet the Renault SUV Senic, which is about to launch in Korea
Apr 27, 2025
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I met Renault Senic first at Auto Express, an overseas automobile media outlet. The Renault Senic E-Tech is one of six SUVs introduced by Renault, but it features only a pure electric power train.
First, share the drive device with Megan E-Tech. Like the previous Senic, it got bigger overall. The SUV-style body provides a more versatile family-friendly indoor space. All Senics are equipped with a large 87kWh battery. Available in three trims: Tecno, Tecno Especially Alpin and Iconic Especially Alpin.
Thanks to its competitive price and generous equipment configuration, the Senic also boasts superior cost-effectiveness compared to its rivals in the top-end Iconic Especially Alpin model. Renault Senic uses Renault's name in the past. Currently, the old method is not left in the E-Tech model.
The trend of using old names in new electric vehicles is spreading. Renault is using the 5 and Megan badges in its electric vehicle models. Ford also made headlines for its vehicles with retro badges.
The old Senic was a family-friendly multipurpose car (MPV) that sold in bulk across Europe and the UK.However, the Senic E-Tech follows the framework of an electric SUV.Renault is trying to promote the Cenic as a family-friendly car like its predecessor. The advantage is that it is only powered by electricity.
Naturally, the Senic E-Tech is more expensive than the previous internal combustion engine MPV Senic. The price of the entry-level techno model is slightly over 50 million won.
The trim has been reorganized and the existing 60kWh battery capacity has been deleted. It only comes with an 87kWh battery.It costs about 60 million won to upgrade to the intermediate model Techno Espri Alpin. The high-end model, iKONIC Especially Alpin, costs more than 60 million won.
All models offer better value than competing models with significant price reductions compared to previous models. In addition, the additional cost is not large because there is no optional specification. There is no additional cost for the six color options.
The base model is equipped with 19-inch diamond cut alloy wheels, front and rear LED lights, a 12.3-inch driver's seat display, a 12-inch center screen, dual-zone autotherm, heated front seats and steering wheels, wireless smartphone connections and charging, and rear cameras.
Upgrading to the Techno Espri Alpin adds a 'Espri Alpine' badge, fabric gray dashboard, power-adjustable front seat, and blue interior decoration to the 20-inch wheels, sports seats, and both inside and outside.
The luxurious Iconic Espri Alpin features an upgraded Harman Kardon sound system, hands-free parking system, 360-degree camera system, digital rear camera, and panoramic glass roof.
The most important thing for electric vehicle drivers in the UK, where the winter is cold, is whether or not they have a heat pump. Senic is available as a base specification. There are few drawbacks to the experience of Senic driving.It's not as fun to drive as it feels in a rather stiff suspension, but overall the comfort and sophistication is great.It is a comfortable car to drive because of the weight of the car.
Performance is not very good based on the electric SUV. The rather calm power train and calm handling suit the personality of this car.If the mileage is important, you can choose Renault Senic's large-capacity battery. It can travel about 600 kilometers on a full charge.It's enough to travel along the scenic route.
The long-term tested Senic was able to travel about 430 km on a single charge in cold weather. The charging speed of 37 minutes with 15 to 80% charging is not the best in class, but the remaining driving distance was similar to that of the Senic's main competitors.
Renault Senic boasts a smart design sense both internally and externally and remains practical. The quality of the finish is excellent, especially the careful consideration to make the most of the rear seat space.
Google-based infotainment systems work brilliantly. Renault kept the physical thermostat button intact for ease of use.
The Renault Senic is a great option for family SUVs thanks to its spacious interior space.It can accommodate five adults, and provides a smart armrest in case only two adults are in the back seat.The trunk capacity is 545 liters, the best in class. The versatility is somewhat lacking because the jaw is a high loading space.
Senic E-Tech, which has a top rating of five Euro NCAP stars, keeps Reno's reputation in safety proper. Various safety assistance technologies are installed as basic.Although Renault's customer satisfaction has not been good in recent years, the next generation of electric vehicles, which the Senic belongs to, is likely to help boost Renault's reputation.
In the electric SUV market, competitive models such as Tesla Model Y, Ford Explorer, Ford Capri, Skoda Enyaq, Volkswagen ID.4, Toyota bZ4X, Kia EV6, and Hyundai Ioniq 5 compete fiercely.The closest competitive model to the Senic E-Tech is probably the Nissan Arya. It uses the same drive as the Senic E-Tech.
The biggest advantage Senic has over its competitors is its price.It offers almost the same mileage as the Tesla or Ford, but the space is a little bit more spacious and the price is cheaper than other cars.
Thanks to its excellent fuel economy, it can travel further than Toyota on a single full charge.Meanwhile, Renault Senic is expected to be released in Korea in the second half of 25. The trim or price introduced is undecided.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
