written by on 23/01/2011
I got the 2004 dynamique 1.5 dci 80bhp. Owned for 4 years. Amazing economy, great family car. Had the common electrical faults heater blower and elec windows. Have recently found out that windows can be repaired under warranty by Renault if car is under 7 yes old & under 100,000 miles. This is a £250-£300 job & Renault ask for a customer contribution of about £60. Ring a few dealers if one pleads ignorance to this as it's not been well publicised by them. My motor booked in for this repair. The electrics are certainly the weak points of this fantastic little package which is overall superb, cheap tax & insurance I paying £212 fully comp with protection & wife is learner driver. Only let downs to date are the windows (n/side), heater blower & earth strap broke. The economy is outstanding, car is not fast but steering is light & precise & keeps up on m/way. Interior a little flimsy but I can live with that. Dnynamique spec dark grey so good if you got kids. Buy one but get a decent comprehensive warranty that covers everything!
written by tigger2009 on 10/02/2010
Had our Scenic for about 8 years. Aside from regular coil issues it has done 108k now and nothing major has gone wrong. It will certainly not light up your life but for a growing family including holidays in France Ireland etc I cannot fault it.
It is a good basic family car that copes with all we have thrown at it. We will likely change it soon as we may be pushing the boundaries a little but would certainly consider another.
written by theogmike on 05/10/2008
If i were to buy this vehicle again I would get it in a 1.8 or 2.0 litre engine, as I think there's not enough power with the climate control on when overtaking or going uphill.
written by on 20/05/2008
Ignition coils went twice and were replaced due to a fault in the manufacturing of the coils.
Renault replaced 1st set free of charge under warrenty.
The second set out of warrenty was also replaced free after it was found out that it was the coils problem.
Good car but watch out for those coils and if you have problems contact Renault direct.
written by linziloo on 04/10/2007
This is my second Scenic. Found it hard to adjust to not having a handbrake or key ignition. Kids love it as it has sun blinds built in the back. Only problem I have had so far is I was driving this morning and the car began to vibrate, looked at the display and warning light was flashing and message said to check emissions. Took it to the a Renault garage straight away as was advised not to drive the car. They looked at it and told me that one of the coils had gone but they replaced all four as a recall had been issued for specific models and they replaced all four free of charge (and washed the car). Very honest garage as I had no idea of the recall and would have paid for the repairs.
written by norrgrenp on 01/03/2007
The only problem we have had so far is the coils.
written by PaulB UK on 27/03/2006
This is our third Scenic and each one has improved on the one before. The fact that the computer is taking over more and more functions is a mixed blessing, especially the handbrake. Although my wife adapted quickly it's taken me longer as my brain keeps telling me it is down below on the left and I have to swap hands on the wheel to activate it on the dashboard to the right! As a tall person I've found the seat adjustment a little more tricky than previously(if I was not regularly sharing with my wife perhaps this wouldn't be such a problem). Whilst the squab and the back are easier to reach and more sensitive, the steering wheel seems more restricted in its travel and I have had to do a lot more playing about to get my knees at a comfortable angle that clears the wheel. The battery failed in the ignition card (it's supposed to last 2 years) and the manual which would have explained things was locked inside. Finally, after 3 months use we have discovered that it has a built-in alarm. It only came to light when my daughter went back to wait in the car whilst out shopping. No sooner had she closed the door than it went off, stopping on its own after a couple of minutes. Then the other day I got in, reached for the belt and off it went. I was able to start and drive away but it didn't stop. Eventually, I pulled up, got out and locked the door and then got back in again and it stopped. There is nothing in the handbook about it and I am a little nervous that it could happen again. If anyone has experienced this please comment.
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