1997-2004 Scénic OverviewRenault Scénic Overview (1997 - 2004)
1997 - 2004
Tech Specs Summary
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- 99 - 122 mph
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- 10.2 - 16.2 seconds
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- 74 - 136 hp
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- 24.7 - 41.3 mpg
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- 2,679 - 3,439 lbs
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- 14.5 - 63.6 ft3
This generation of the Renault Scénic was produced by the French manufacturer Renault between 1997 - 2004. It's a front engined MPV with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. There are many power levels available from either a 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. However, some models have multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Scénic is the Renault Scénic RX4 2.0 16v which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 136 hp and a power/weight ratio of 24.96 lb/hp it has a top speed of 111 mph and gets to 62 mph in 11.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Renault Scénic 1.9 dTi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 654 miles and can store 14.5-63.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,866 lbs.