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Renault Megane Scenic Estate (1997-1999) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £12,845 - £18,455
Road tax cost £345
Insurance group 11 - 17
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 396 - 620 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Spacious, versatile, affordable

CONS

Body roll and reliability issues

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

The Megane Scenic is the model that started the compact people carrier market. Renault noticed a gap in the market where buyers were looking for versatile space without exterior bulk. Keen pricing, unheard of practicality and a roomy, raised seating position gave it instant family-appeal and it proved a massive success, winning European car of the year in 1997.

Nowadays, the market is flooded with mini-MPVs, though the Megane Scenic is undoubtedly the forefather, setting the benchmark for others to follow.