Renault Megane Scenic 1.5 Diesel

What has Renault done to the Renault Scenic? We have had 3 Scenics, an 04, 08 and 10 plate. In February 2014 we went to our local Renault dealer but they did not have a new model in the garage for us to look at. The salesperson assured us that it would be exactly the same as our old one so we happily ordered a brand new one. That turned out to be one huge mistake!!! The colour goes as Damask Red, I'm not sure what colour it is but it certainly isn't red! One feature I did like about the old one was the big open space inbetween the seats (we had an electronic handbrake), so what has Renault done? Put in a huge storage box that is so bulky it isn't any use, it is so tight to the seats that my husband cannot put on his seatbelt. Also, please be aware that the radio/mp3 player is not actually compatible with any mp3 player, only Apple. When we play CDs it never plays the CD right through, it jumps tracks and often only plays half a song before jumping to another track. But, my biggest complaint is the seats. I have no idea who Renault got to test these seats but they are the most uncomfortable seats I have ever sat in. We have only had the vehicle 3 weeks and I now have a permanent ache in my neck and between the shoulder blades. I have had the seat in all positions possible and I still cannot get comfortable. I have complained to Renault direct and they are not willing to help us in any way, even though they said we should have had the chance to reject the vehicle before purchasing. We have also come to a dead end with our local garage. So I'm sorry Renault but this is final car we will be buying from you. We have come to the conclusion that we will have to sell the vehicle in the next few months before I become permanently injured from the seat

Bought a 2007 Scenic at the beginning of the year, since then we've covered 10000 miles. Very comfortable, good motorway cruiser, spacious and economical. Best mpg 59.1 (long run), overall average 53. Only problems have been the constantly blowing front sidelight bulbs - I can now change them in a few minutes - and it's a little rattly on very cold mornings. Good driving position, very good visibility and easy to park. A good multipurpose vehicle.

I've had my Megane scenic 1.5 Diesel 7 seater now for 7 months it's done 107687 miles passed all mots fine had pads changed not very much to replace not had any problems until now I've had a new starter motor it had burnt out after one of the piston rings was sticking and not getting the pressure the car needed to start hence the starter motor taking on all the load and burning out the mechanic said who is a renault specialist that this engine the 1.5 is rubbish he as seen this so many times he flushed the car out and seems fine now touch wood if the flush was not to work I would need a engine rebuild costing around £1000 :( I'm a lucky one the flush worked but then .... I'm getting a message saying CHECK PARKING BRAKE and now n then I get a message saying injector fault and I have to stop the car also it's a very common fault for the key fob card rubbish thing to stop working then you can not start the car it's now it's started on mine I keep having to take the card out n back in lots of times so I can start the car.... Would I buy a another WHY HELL NO not a 1.5 anyway

I have a 5 seat Scenic dynamiq 1.5 diesel 80 bhp 2004. All round superb little car. Three small children & it gets used & abused. I just want to make folks aware that if your electric windows fail Renault will repair/replace mechanisms or some of the mechanicals under warranty if the car is under 7 years old and under 100,000 miles. Only found out by accident as mine was playing up & nearside one fell into door cavity! Rang Renault & they confirmed this but i must say its not well publicised so bet many folks have paid for this very expensive repair out of their own pockets & i know its a £300 job. Renault ask for a customer contributiion towards the repair which im quoted as being £60-£70. Will report when its done.

bought this car from new and from i got it the first 2 yrs was great after that needed new engine new clutch new gear box i have been driving for 15 yrs and never have had a bundle of scrap likeit once u get over 60000 mile everything just gives in. all i have to say is 1st renault and it will be my last total bundle of rubbish excuse my lingo

Have got a 2004 54 plate 80bhp diesel dynamique, owned for 4 yrs soon. Been a fab car, economy is outstanding around 630+miles per tank variety of driving/roads etc...Good spec, got three kids all small, plenty of space, big boot too, 5 full seats. Underpowered but adequate & keeps up on m/way. Interior gets battered by my kids but scrubs up well, only gets cleaned inside about every 6 weeks but looks good. Dynamique have the dark interior so is best colour for family. Electrics are weak point, both n/ side elec windows not working & heater blower only works on 1&2 but they are common faults which are pricey to fix so I'm not fixing! Just been a great family motor which is used/ abused & keeps going. 55000 miles now, 2 year/ 18 thou mile service intervals. Have kept mine serviced & apart from broken earth strap & dead battery has not let us down, lives outside in all weathers too as my garage is full of bikes etc. Would c

certainly have another & would have the 100bhp 7 seater 1.5 diesel next. This is cheap as chips family motoring. Had front discs & pads done recently for £83 incl vat fitted, got parts myself from eurocarparts for £43 & fitting for £ 40 by trusted local garage.

I think this is a well though out car with good storage and easy to use controls etc. However, we had to replace entire electric dash as it packed in - cost £400. On line investigations suggests that this is common. Bit of a plodder performance wise. Evenb though diesel and small 1.5l engine not that economical re mpg.

On plus side converts to a small van when seats come out. We used it this way countless times.

Not bad overall - great features but performance not brilliant and electrical issue with dash as mentioned.

Excellent all round car. Plenty of room for an average family. Comfortable and fairly quiet. I have the 1.5 Dynamique (100 bhp) which is very economical - very handy with current fuel prices - and good equipment spec.

I would recommend this car to anyone.

As a second vehicle for a means to transport a young family the Renault Scenic has no competition. What Renault does the others just copy. The 1.6 petrol is a good engine but if you want economy go for the 1.5DCI unit, preferebly in the 100BHP form. The 1.9DCI is ok if you want a bit more go but it is noisy and not very economical. Ideally aim for the higher spec models such as the Dynamique or the Privilage which offer features such as climate control, fully adjustable seats, cruize control etc. The best option to look for is the glass roof, this gives the interior an airy feel and gives you a large sunroof as well. The kids will be happy because they can see the sky, they have there own tables and the central seat folds down to become yet another table. These higher spec models offer some interesting options such as auto lights & wipers, keyless ignition, and dont believe all you read, they are well built and dont go wrong all the time. If this worries you join the RAC! Infact the only reason to by a different MPV is as a status symbol, but you pay a price for that!

I currently own a 1.5DCI Dynamique, prior to this I owned a 1.6 Privilage and a 1.9DCI Espace, so I feel qualified offer my advice.

I had my 80 hp 1.5 dci scenic in Nov 2006. Got 3 children under 5 so needed something to fit all of us in and it's been a superb motor. Mines the 5 seat dynamique and its very well equiped. Rear blinds a bit flimsy but with a child pulling at them they will break however well made.

Only two breakdowns since ownership that being a dead battery and the other a broken earth strap but other than that which i class as wear and tear it's been great with massive fuel economy 55+ mpg all day long around town driven carefully and better than this on a run. Top car obviously not in audi,bmw etc league but i didnt pay audi or bmw money for it. These cars are as cheap as chips and are great value for money. Dynamiques dark trim stands up to wear and tear well, believe you me my kids trash this motor and its worked hard and still scrubs up well and looks modern. May end up keeping it or if i do replace will have the 7 seater, dynamique trim with 106 bhp 1.5 engine for a little more power. use mine for commuting, dropping off kids to school, does 70 mph on big roads virtually every day and doesnt let us down. Started 1st time after being left in -5 temp for 2 weeks last December 2008.

I've read other reviews on this car, yes its a bit flimsy and things do go wrong but they are just amazingly good on diesel, very cheap tax, perfect safe family motor 5 star ncap, cheap insurance and great value and spec.

Join the rac or aa, i have because i've got kids and not because i drive a renault.

I've only given mine a 3 star for performance, it's an 80 hp diesel but was purchased to transport my family and i around at the mininum of cost a job which it does and deserves six stars for.

Only other complaint is massive price for the front wiper blades £60+ and you have to buy the front ones in a pair and not just the worn out one. Tyres are ok price got two goodyear eagles nct 205 x 55 x 16 recently for £108 all in thats for the pair, also had rear discs and pads fitted quite expensive job as the bearings are in them. Service interval is 2 yeras or 18,000 miles. Great car, yes it's let me down twice but big deal i could have spent £20,000 and this could have happened.