Reanult Scenic 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Managed to get a good deal new from dealer, but now think got a 'Friday afternoon' car.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Running costs have been high, especially this year. Do not expect this for a 4 year old car.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    High driving position gives excellent visibility.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok. Bigger engine may help.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Had it from new and very disappointed. Let us down at crucial times. Will not buy Renault again.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok for a family car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, especially on long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never had any problems.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Service ok but expensive. Will never accept that problems after service are their fault.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    All ignition coils replaced after the first year, just outside warranty period.

    Other

    Plastic pulley on driver's electric window snapped this year (2004), had to replace the whole window mechanism. New exhaust this year (2004), corroded where pipe joins back box.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No