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Renault Scenic I RX 2.0 i (140 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 189 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1465 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 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i (140 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful option, providing decent acceleration and more confident overtaking ability, making it suitable for varied driving demands.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to the diesel variants, typical for a petrol engine of this displacement and era in a minivan.
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): | 2.0 i (140 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 189 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F4R More details about the engine F4R |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 129 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1465 |
| Max. weight: | 1990 |
| 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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