Renault Scenic I (Phase II) 1.9 dCi (102 Hp)

Renault Scenic:

The Renault Scénic , also spelled without the acute accent as Scenic, especially in languages other than French, is a car which was produced by French car manufacturer Renault, the first to be labelled as a small multi-purpose vehicle in Europe. The first generation was based on the chassis of the Mégane, a small family car. It became the 1997 European Car of the Year on its launch in November 1996. In May 2022 Renault announced it was discontinuing the standard Scénic with the Grand Scénic following shortly after. It was relaunched in 2024 as a fully electric vehicle called the Renault Scénic E-Tech which is the production version of the Renault Scénic Vision concept unveiled in 2022, with the production version to be unveiled at the 2023 Munich Motor Show on September 4....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (Phase II) Overview:

Renault Scenic (I (Phase II)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1365 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 173 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Renault Scenic. About 140 comments were scanned, 28 comments (20% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 9 negative comments (6.43% of the total comments). The remaining 103 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Moderate fuel consumption: 7.4 L/100 km combined.
• All-wheel drive improves traction and stability.
• Independent suspension (front: Spring Strut, rear: Coil spring) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Generous trunk space: 1800 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1560 kg).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 102 hp.
• Low specific output ( 54.5 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 14.8 sec.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 14.8 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 65.4 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 128.2 Nm/tonne.
• Low payload capacity:450 kg.
• Older generation (ended production 2003 ); may lack latest tech.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 2/5

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Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase II): 1999 - 2003).

General:

  Brand: Renault
  Model: Scenic
  Generation: I (Phase II)
  Modification (Engine): 1.9 dCi (102 Hp)
  Start of production: 2000
  End of production: 2003
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Minivan
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Power: 102 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 54.5 Hp/l [1mm more.]
  Torque: 200 Nm @ 1500 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: F9Q More details about the engine F9Q
  Engine displacement: 1870
  Number of cylinders: 4
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Number of valves per cylinder: 2
  Fuel injection system: Diesel Commonrail
  Engine aspiration: Turbocharger
  Valvetrain: OHC
  Engine oil capacity: 4.8 l
  Coolant: 7.5 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse
  Cylinder Bore: 80 mm
  Piston Stroke: 93 mm
  Compression ratio: 19:1

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Diesel
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 7.8 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 5.2 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 6.2 l/100 km
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 12.8 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 12.8 sec
  Maximum speed: 173 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.7 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.5 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 12.2 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1365
  Max. weight: 1840
  Max load: 475
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1800 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 410 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 60 l

Size:

  Length: 4169 mm [1mm more.]
  Width: 1719 mm [Same width.]
  Height: 1675 mm [66mm more.]
  Wheelbase: 2564 mm [16mm less.]
  Front track: 1450 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1471 mm

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
  Drive wheel: Front wheel drive
  Number of gears: 5
  Transmission type: Manual
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Disc
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
  Tires size: 185/65 R 15
  Wheel rims size: 15
  Front suspension: Spring Strut
  Rear suspension: Torsion