Renault Scenic E-Tech crowned Scottish Car of the Year 2024
The Renault Scenic E-Tech has added to its awards haul after being named the Scottish Car of the Year 2024.
The all-electric family SUV scooped the prize at a glittering ceremony, sponsored by Arnold Clark, after impressing the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers’ judging panel with its blend of practicality, range and value.
It also took home the title of Family EV of the Year, beating the Ford Explorer and Hyundai Kona in the highly competitive segment.
Electric and electrified models enjoyed a strong showing at this year’s awards, the 27th annual running of SCOTY. The Kia EV9 was crowned best large EV of the year, beating the BMW i5 Touring and KGM Torres EVX to the prize. Its award was one of three titles for the Korean brand, which also scooped Manufacturer of the Year, and a used car gong for the Sportage.
Kia’s sister brand, Hyundai also enjoyed success with its most headline-grabbing car to date. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N was one of two all-electric models shortlisted in the Performance Car category, showing how the segment has progressed in just a handful of years. In the end, the hot crossover from Korea beat the MG Cyberster and petrol-powered Audi S3 thanks to its staggering performance and cutting-edge technology.
Two EVs were also in the running for the tightly contested Premium/Executive Car category. The BYD Seal and Polestar 3 fought it out with the BMW 5 Series, with Polestar’s stylish Swedish SUV securing the judges’ decision.
Adam Wood, managing director and country head for Renault Group UK, said: “The Renault Scenic E-Tech 100% electric has been designed for modern families. The judges’ reasoning behind this prestigious award underlines how it is completely unrivalled in what it offers, blending optimum practicality, refinement and convenience with a fantastic driving and ownership experience.”
Alisdair Suttie, ASMW president, explained: “The standard of cars across the board for Scottish Car of the Year 2024 has been exceptional, so it was always going to take a very special car to achieve overall victory and that is exactly what the Renault Scenic E-Tech is.
“The judges were bowled over by its comfort, space, versatility, and how good it is to drive plus the excellent driving range. It encapsulates all of the great values of the Scenic name in a sharply styled package that’s affordable to buy and own, and, just as importantly, a pleasure to live with.”
The Scenic’s SCOTY victory marks the latest in a line of EVs to win the prestigious title. Previous years have seen the Hyundai Ioniq 6, Skoda Enyaq and Jaguar I-Pace take the overall title.
