Renault Scénic

The Renault Scénic is a compact multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) produced by French automaker Renault, the first to be labelled as such in Europe. It is based on the chassis of the Mégane small family car. It became the 1997 European Car of the Year on its launch in November 1996.[1]

Renault Scénic
Renault Grand Scénic
Overview
Manufacturer	Renault
Also called	Renault Mégane Scénic (1996–1999) Renault Grand Scénic (2004–present)
Production	1996–present
Body and chassis
Class	Compact MPV (M)
Body style	5-door MPV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive

The second, third and fourth generations have a model called Grand Scénic, which has seven seats rather than five. From the fourth generation (2016), the Scénic now utilizes three/four bench rear seats instead of three individual rear seats used in previous three generations, due to cost cutting measures.

Scénic I (1996–2003)

Mégane Scénic & Scénic I
Renault Mégane Scénic (1996–1999)
Overview
Also called	Beijing Fengjing (BJ6410) Kish Khodro Veek
Production	1996–2003
Body and chassis
Related	Renault Megane
Powertrain
Engine	1.4 L I4 (petrol)[2] 1.4 L 16-valve I4 (petrol)[3] 1.6 L I4 (petrol) 1.6 L 16-valve I4 (petrol) 2.0 L I4 (petrol) 2.0 L 16-valve I4 (petrol)[3] 1.9 L D I4 (diesel) 1.9 L dT I4 (diesel) 1.9 L dTi I4 (diesel) 1.9 L dCi I4 (diesel)[3]
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,580 mm (101.6 in) (Mégane Scénic, Scénic) 2,624 mm (103.3 in) (Scénic RX4)[4]
Length	4,168 mm (164.1 in) (Mégane Scénic, Scénic) 4,444 mm (175.0 in) (Scénic RX4)[4]
Width	1,719 mm (67.7 in) (Mégane Scénic, Scénic) 1,785 mm (70.3 in) (Scénic RX4)[4]
Height	1,609 mm (63.3 in) (Mégane Scénic, Scénic) 1,730 mm (68.1 in) (Scénic RX4)[5]

Pre facelift Renault Megane Scenic

The Mégane Scénic can be traced back to a concept car of 1991, designed under the supervision of Anne Asensio, then designer at Renault. The Scénic was mechanically identical to the Mégane hatchback (itself based on the older R19). The 1.4 L, 1.6 L "Energy", 1.8 L "F Type" petrol and 1.9 L diesel engines were shared with the hatchback range.

The Scénic was marketed as a multi purpose vehicle, in a smaller size lower price of such vehicles as Renault's own Espace. It was launched in November 1996.

Renault underestimated the market demand that the Scénic would have — predicting that it would be a niche model with only 450 produced a day. Production at the company's Douai plant would eventually peak at nearly 2,500 cars a day.

Facelift

Facelifted Renault Scénic

Facelifted Renault Scénic

Along with the Mégane hatchback, the Scénic underwent a major frontal restyle in September 1999, and the newer 16 valve engines were introduced. The front end was quite a bit different from the Mégane counterpart, and there were also redesigned rear lights.

From the time of this restyle, it became officially known as the Renault Scénic, although a small "Mégane" badge still appeared on the rear door signifying the car's origin. This model was built in Brazil with flexible fuel engines. Production ended in June 2003.

The Phase 2 allowed the Scénic to be separate from the Mégane and its predecessor by introducing improvements, such as a storage compartment on the dashboard, and a separate opening rear window on the tailgate.

Another small improvement with the Scénic were the rear head restraints, which were fixed over the back of the seat rather than being upright. This increased rear visibility.

Scénic RX4

Renault Scénic RX4 (2000–2003)

Renault Scénic RX4 (2000–2003)

Renault developed a four-wheel drive derivative of the original Scénic, the Scénic RX4, launched in 2000 in both LHD and RHD format. Featuring a viscous, multi disc central differential designed by Austrian specialists Steyr Daimler Puch, it offered part time four wheel drive. The rear suspension was re engineered and the suspension was strengthened.

It also used five wheel nuts, as opposed to four on the standard Scènic.

The new rear suspension now occupied part of the space that was used for the spare wheel well and led to the spare tyre being placed on the rear hatch. The RX4 rode higher with increased suspension travel and larger wheels.

While these changes provided better ground clearance, the RX4 was offered with 2.0 litre petrol and 1.9 dci diesel engines, both already known from the Mégane. Production of the RX4 ceased in 2003, with no direct successor, until the arrival of the Scénic Conquest in 2007.

Engines

1996–2003
Sales designation	Engine model	Displ.	Power	Torque	Valvetrain	Top speed
1.4	E7J	1390 cc	55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) at 6000 rpm	107 N⋅m (79 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm	SOHC	160 km/h (99 mph)
1.6	K7M	1598 cc	55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) at 5000 rpm	130 N⋅m (96 lb⋅ft) at 3400 rpm	SOHC	165 km/h (103 mph)
1.6	K7M	1598 cc	66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) at 5000 rpm	137 N⋅m (101 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm	SOHC	170 km/h (110 mph)
2.0	F3R	1998 cc	84 kW (114 PS; 113 hp) at 5400 rpm	168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) at 4250 rpm	SOHC	185 km/h (115 mph)
1.9 d	F8Q	1870 cc	48 kW (65 PS; 64 hp) at 4500 rpm	120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft) at 2250 rpm	SOHC	152 km/h (94 mph)
1.9 dT	F8Q	1870 cc	70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) at 4250 rpm	176 N⋅m (130 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm	SOHC	174 km/h (108 mph)
1.9 dTi	F9Q	1870 cc	73 kW (99 PS; 98 hp) at 4000 rpm	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm	SOHC	173 km/h (107 mph)
1999–2003
Sales designation	Engine model	Displ.	Power	Torque	Valvetrain	Top speed
1.4 16V	K4J	1390 cc	70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) at 6000 rpm	127 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) at 3750 rpm	DOHC	173 km/h (107 mph)
1.6 16V	K4M	1598 cc	81 kW (110 PS; 109 hp) at 5750 rpm	148 N⋅m (109 lb⋅ft) at 3750 rpm	DOHC	185 km/h (115 mph)
1.8 16V	F4P	1783 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) at 5750 rpm	164 N⋅m (121 lb⋅ft) at 3500 rpm	DOHC	189 km/h (117 mph)
2.0 16V	F4R	1998 cc	102 kW (139 PS; 137 hp) at 5500 rpm	188 N⋅m (139 lb⋅ft) at 3750 rpm	DOHC	196 km/h (122 mph)
1.9 d	F8Q	1870 cc	47 kW (64 PS; 63 hp) at 4500 rpm	120 N⋅m (89 lb⋅ft) at 2250 rpm	SOHC	152 km/h (94 mph)
1.9 dTi	F9Q	1870 cc	59 kW (80 PS; 79 hp) at 4000 rpm	160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm	SOHC	162 km/h (101 mph)
1.9 dTi	F9Q	1870 cc	72 kW (98 PS; 97 hp) at 4000 rpm	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 2250 rpm	SOHC	174 km/h (108 mph)
1.9 dCi	F9Q	1870 cc	75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp) at 4000 rpm	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 1500 rpm	SOHC	177 km/h (110 mph)
Scénic RX4
Sales designation	Engine model	Displ.	Power	Torque	Valvetrain	Top speed
2.0 16V	F4R	1998 cc	102 kW (139 PS; 137 hp) at 5500 rpm	188 N⋅m (139 lb⋅ft) at 3750 rpm	DOHC	180 km/h (110 mph)
1.9 dCi	F9Q	1870 cc	75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp) at 4000 rpm	200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) at 1500 rpm	SOHC	160 km/h (99 mph)

Scénic II (2003–2009)

Scénic II
Overview
Production	2003–2009
Assembly	France: Douai (Douai Factory)
Body and chassis
Related	Renault Megane
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,685 mm (105.7 in) (Scénic)[6] 2,736 mm (107.7 in) (Grand Scénic)[7]
Length	4,259 mm (167.7 in) (Scénic) 4,493 mm (176.9 in) (Grand Scénic)
Width	1,811 mm (71.3 in)[8][9]
Height	1,621 mm (63.8 in) (Scénic)[8] 1,641 mm (64.6 in) (Grand Scénic)[9]

Pre facelift Renault Grand Scénic

Post-facelift Renault Scénic

Post-facelift Renault Scénic

Shortly after the launch of the Mégane II, an all new Scénic was launched in June 2003. There was also a seven seater Compact MPV Grand Scénic, with a longer wheelbase and rear overhang, which has two small child sized seats in the enlarged luggage area. The Grand Scénic was officially launched in April 2004.

As with the Mégane, the new car employs corporate styling cues and new technology, including the "Renault Card" keyless immobiliser and an automatic parking brake on certain trim levels. It integrates LEDs on all trims since 2006. As with the Scénic I Phase 2, a raised "Mégane" logo appears on the C pillar.

The car received a different dashboard design to that of the Mégane, and featured a fully digital electroluminescence instrument display.

The Scénic II includes folding rear passenger seats, each separately adjustable and removable. With integrated table, a folding front passenger seat (on certain trim levels), automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, 'Child minder' mirror, as well as front and rear electric windows.

Unlike its predecessor, the Scénic II was not available at any Yanase Co., Ltd. dealerships, as Yanase had ended its import rights for Renault after Renault had acquired a stake in Nissan when the Scénic I was still in production. Instead, the Scénic II was sold exclusively through Nissan locations.

Facelift

Like the Mégane a few months earlier, the Scénic II underwent a minor facelift with a revised grille, larger diamond badge, the addition of a "RENAULT" word badge on the bootlid and new wheel designs and interior trim. Sales commenced in September 2006.

Scénic Conquest

Renault Scénic Conquest

In June 2007, the spiritual successor to the RX4 was revealed in the form of the production ready Scénic Conquest. Although powered by two wheel drive, the Conquest has a body kit, raised ride height and features accessories usually reserved for SUVs.

Scénic III (2009–2015)

Scénic III
Overview
Production	2009–2015
Assembly	France: Douai (Douai Factory)
Body and chassis
Related	Renault Megane
Powertrain
Engine	1.2l H5Ft I4 petrol 1.5l K9K I4 dCi FAP diesel 1.6l R9M I4 dCi FAP diesel 1.9l F9Q l4 dCI FAP/non-FAP diesel 2.0 M9R l4 dCI FAP diesel
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in) (Scénic)[10] 2,769 mm (109.0 in) (Grand Scénic)[11]
Length	4,343 mm (171.0 in) (Scénic)[10] 4,559 mm (179.5 in) (Grand Scénic)[11]
Width	1,844 mm (72.6 in)
Height	1,636 mm (64.4 in) (Scénic)[10] 1,643 mm (64.7 in) (Grand Scénic)[11]

Renault Grand Scénic (Pre facelift)

The Scénic III was released in July 2009, while the seven seater 'Grand' version (New Grand Scénic) was released in May 2009. Like the previous Scénic, there is also a seven seater Compact MPV Grand Scénic. Renault also offers the Grand Scénic as a five seater. In 2013, Renault introduced a crossover version of the Scénic, which was called the XMOD. This car has different styling to the normal car.

Differences such as plastic cladding, raised suspension and even different wheels to the normal spec Scénic.

Facelift

Renault Scénic Deluxe 110 (Facelift)

Renault Scénic Bose Edition ENERGY TCe 130 Start & Stop (Facelift)

An updated Scénic and Grand Scénic was released in March 2013, which features a new interior and exterior styling and driver aids.[12]

Both the Scénic and Grand Scénic can be specified with an Efficient Dual Clutch gearbox, mated to the 1.5dci (110 bhp) engine.

Scénic IV (2016–present)

Scénic IV
Overview
Production	2016–present
Assembly	France: Douai (Douai Factory)
Body and chassis
Platform	Renault–Nissan Common Module Family CMF-CD
Related	Renault Megane Renault Espace
Powertrain
Engine	1.2L H5Ft I4 petrol 1.3L H5Ht I4 petrol 1.5L K9K dCi FAP I4 diesel 1.6L R9M dCi FAP I4 diesel 1.7L R9N Blue dCi FAP I4 diesel
Transmission	6-speed manual 6-speed automatic 7-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,734 mm (107.6 in) 2,804 mm (110.4 in) (Grand Scénic)
Length	4,406 mm (173.5 in) 4,634 mm (182.4 in) (Grand Scénic)
Width	1,865 mm (73.4 in) 1,865 mm (73.4 in) (Grand Scénic)
Height	1,653 mm (65.1 in) 1,660 mm (65.4 in) (Grand Scénic)

2017 Renault Scenic Dynamique rear

Grand Scenic

Interior

A fourth generation Scénic was unveiled at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The car, based on the R-Space concept, is slightly larger than its predecessor, and adds some crossover design elements[13] but, according to Renault, it is still an MPV.[14]

It is powered by six diesel and two petrol engines. For the models with six-speed manual transmission and Energy dCi 110 diesel engines,[15] it will incorporate an optional hybrid unit (Hybrid Assist).[13] The Scénic will be offered with manual or double clutch gear box. The Scénic offer a 572 l trunk and the Grand Scénic 765 l with five seats.

The MKIV Scénic received a five star rating in Euro NCAP,[16] with a range of standard active and passive safety features, including 'Active Emergency Braking System' with 'Pedestrian Detection' making the Renault Scénic the only compact MPV with this feature as standard.

The Scénic also features 'Lane Keeping Assist' and 'Fatigue Detection Alert'. Above 50 km/h, the Scénic can detect fatigue associated driving and alerts the driver, if the driver does not react, it is able to correct the trajectory autonomously.[17]

Scénic in the United Kingdom

Sales of the Scénic in the United Kingdom began in May 1997, and for the first two years, the Scénic was the only compact MPV sold by a mainstream manufacturer in the United Kingdom, however the Vauxhall Zafira, Citroën Xsara Picasso, Fiat Multipla and the Nissan Almera Tino were launched in less than five years. In 1997, the Mégane Scénic was awarded the Car of the Year by What Car?.

The Scénic II arrived in showrooms in the country in September 2003. The Scénic III arrived in showrooms in the country in May 2009. The Scénic IV arrived in showrooms in the end of 2016.

In October 2014, Top Gear Magazine placed the Scénic XMOD on its list of The Worst Cars You Can Buy Right Now.[18] The facelifted versions could be specified with the R Link touchscreen system, that includes a digital radio.[19]

Recall

Electronic defects have caused Renault to issue two recalls. The first, in October 2009, was because of the dashboard could stop functioning, leaving drivers without the ability to gauge their speed, fuel tank, direction indicators or anything as all instruments were totally electronic.[20]

At first drivers had to replace this part at their own expense, but eventually, because of media pressure, Renault UK and Ireland said that they would reimburse customers up to a set limit. No reimburse was implemented by Renault in Finland where several independent workshops launched an affordable priced fixing of blanked Scénic panels.[21]

The cause of the unexpected instrument panel blankening originated from some defective soldering which caused the power transistor to overheat and fail. The fault occurred in Scénic II cars made between 2003 and 2006. The second, in August 2010, was because the electric handbrake could sometimes engage on its own while the car was in motion.

Alternative propulsion

The Cleanova III, presented in the 2005 Geneva Auto Show, is based on a Scénic platform.

See also

• Renault Modus, the mini MPV of the manufacturer
• Renault Espace, the large MPV of the manufacturer

References

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12. "New cars for 2013". What Car?. Haymarket Consumer Media. 7 March 2013. Retrieved 7 March 2013.
13. "2016 Renault Scenic makes world debut in Geneva". Autocar. Haymarket Consumer Media. 1 March 2016. Retrieved 1 March 2016.
14. "#GIMS 2016 : Exclusive world première for New Scénic at the Geneva Motor Show". Renault Live blog. Renault. 1 March 2016. Retrieved 1 March 2016. It is a sexier and more modern take on the MPV
15. "Renault Scenic IV 1.5 Energy dCi (110 Hp) EDC". Retrieved 27 September 2016.
16. "New Renault Scénic Cars for Sale | New Scénic Cars - Brayley Renault". www.brayleys.co.uk. Retrieved 14 December 2016.
17. "Features | All-New SCENIC | Cars | Renault UK". Renault. Retrieved 14 December 2016.
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21. "Grand scenicin mittaristo". Suomi24. 21 May 2008. Retrieved 28 March 2012.

External links

• Official website (UK)
• Official website (Grand Scénic - UK)