RENAULT SCENIC MPV REVIEW

For The Scenic is a spacious five-seat MPV with a swanky cabin and a big, well-shaped boot. It’s good to drive and refined, and running costs shouldn’t break the bank.

Against The rear seats don’t fold into the floor, limiting practicality. They’re heavy and awkward to remove and refit, too. Renault’s reliability record needs to improve.

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

A roomy five-seat MPV that’s strong on quality, good to drive and available with a wide range of efficient engines. It’s not as user-friendly as the best, though.

Reader review rating

4

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Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Strong range of engines
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Good balance of comfort and control
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
Quiet until the kids start arguing
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Good value and cheap to run
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Fine quality; reliability needs to improve
Safety & Security
5 out of 5 stars
Keeps families and belongings safe
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Clear display, but fiddly buttons
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
Roomy, but old-style seats
Equipment
3 out of 5 stars
Entry-level cars come with air-conditioning

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There are 5 Renault Scenic versions available

Renault Scenic MPV 1.6 VVT 110 Dynamique TomTom 5dr	£18,325	What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Renault Scenic MPV 1.2 TCe 115 Dyn. TomTom S/S 5dr	£19,425	TBA
Renault Scenic MPV 1.5 dCi 110 Dynamique TomTom 5dr	£19,825	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Renault Scenic MPV 1.5 dCi 110 Dyn. TomTom S/S 5dr	£20,225	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Renault Scenic MPV 1.6 dCi 130 Dyn. TomTom S/S 5dr	£21,325	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5

Renault Scenic MPV 1.5 dCi 110 Expression 5dr

We may prefer the dCi 130 engine, but it's too expensive. This cheaper dCi 110 model is much more affordable - and the pick of the range.

What Car? says:3 stars out of 5

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

There’s reasonable choice with the Scenic range: three petrol engines and a couple of diesels, including CVT and conventional automatic options.

There's less choice with trim, though. Entry-level Expression models have desirable features such as front and rear electric windows, a folding passenger’s seat and a computer-style multi-colour screen that really lifts the cabin.

Upgrade to Dynamique TomTom spec and you also get an integrated satellite-navigation unit, as well as alloy wheels, Bluetooth and automatic lights and wipers. The numerous option packs are also worth checking out as they can be good value if you fancy the combinations on offer. Renault offers low (and interest-free) finance packages.