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Renault Scenic I RX 1.9 dTi (98 Hp)
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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 RX Overview:
Renault Scenic (I RX). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1485 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.5 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 dTi (98 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and city commutes, though it can feel sluggish when fully loaded or during highway overtakes.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a minivan of its size and era, making it a cost-effective choice for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior for families
- • Comfortable ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Good fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Practical and affordable used car option
- • Excellent visibility from the driver's seat
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards (3-star NCAP)
- • Modest performance, especially with base diesel engines
- • Some reports of electrical issues and minor reliability concerns
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap and scratch easily
- • All-wheel drive system can add complexity and weight
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase II): 1999 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Scenic |
| Generation: | I RX |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 dTi (98 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 52.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 2000 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 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.2 kg/Hp, 66 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 168.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1485 |
| Max. weight: | 2010 |
| Max load: | 525 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1800 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 410 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4425 mm mm |
| Width: | 1775 mm mm |
| Height: | 1720 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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