The Renault Scénic is a compact MPV produced by French automaker Renault, the first to be labelled as such in Europe. It is based on the chassis of the Mégane small family car. It became 1997 European Car of the Year on its launch in late 1996. The second and third generations have a model called Grand Scénic, which has 7 seats instead of 5.

[edit] First generation (1996–2003)

Megane Scénic & Scénic I

Production 1996–2003

Length 4,168 mm (164 in)

Width 1,719 mm (68 in)

Height 1,609 mm (63 in)

Curb weight 1,365 kg (3,010 lb)

Related Renault Megane I

The Megane Scénic can be traced back to a concept car designed under the supervision of Anne Asensio, then Designer at Renault.

The Scénic was mechanically identical to the Mégane hatchback (itself based on the older R19). The 1.4 L, 1.6 L "Energy", 1.8 L "F-type" petrol and 1.9 L diesel engines were shared with the hatchback range. The Scénic was marketed as a multi-purpose vehicle, in a

smaller size lower price of such vehicles as Renault's own Espace. Renault underestimated the market demand that the Scénic would have—predicting that it would be a niche model with only 450 produced a day. Production at the company's Douai plant would eventually peak at nearly 2,500 cars a day.

Launch Trim specification levels: RN, RT, RXE

1998 Trim specification levels: Alize, Monaco

Engine options:

Sales designation Engine model Displ. Power Torque Valvetrain Top speed1.4 E7J 1390 cc 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) @ 6000 rpm 107 N·m (79 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm SOHC 160 km/h (99 mph)1.6 K7M 1598 cc 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) @ 5000 rpm 130 N·m (96 lb·ft) @ 3400 rpm SOHC 165 km/h (103 mph)1.6 K7M 1598 cc 66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) @ 5000 rpm 137 N·m (101 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm SOHC 170 km/h (110 mph)2.0 F3R 1998 cc 84 kW (114 PS; 113 hp) @ 5400 rpm 168 N·m (124 lb·ft) @ 4250 rpm SOHC 185 km/h (115 mph)1.9 d F8Q 1870 cc 48 kW (65 PS; 64 hp) @ 4500 rpm 120 N·m (89 lb·ft) @ 2250 rpm SOHC 152 km/h (94 mph)1.9 dT F8Q 1870 cc 70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) @ 4250 rpm 176 N·m (130 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm SOHC 174 km/h (108 mph)1.9 dTi F9Q 1870 cc 73 kW (99 PS; 98 hp) @ 4000 rpm 200 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm SOHC 173 km/h (107 mph)

[edit] Phase 2 (1999–2003)

1999–2003 Scénic

Along with the Mégane hatchback, the Scénic underwent a minor frontal restyle in 1999 and the newer 16-valve engines introduced. The front end was quite a bit different from the Mégane counterpart, and there were also redesigned rear lights. From the time of this restyle, it became officially known as the Renault Scénic, although a small "Mégane" badge still appeared on the rear door signifying the car's origin. This model was built in Brazil with flexible fuel engines.

The Phase 2 allowed the Scénic to be separate from the Mégane and its predecessor by introducing improvements such as a storage compartment on the dashboard, and a separate opening rear window on the tailgate. Another small improvement with the Scénic were the rear head restraints which were fixed over the back of the seat instead of being upright. This increased rear visibility.

2002 Trim specification levels

Freeway: Authentique, Expression, Expression+

Sport: Dynamique, Fidji, Dynamique+

Elegance: Privilege, Privilege+, Privilege Monaco, Ultimate Scénic

Engine options:

Sales designation Engine model Displ. Power Torque Valvetrain Top speed1.4 16V K4J 1390 cc 70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) @ 6000 rpm 127 N·m (94 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm DOHC 173 km/h (107 mph)1.6 16V K4M 1598 cc 79 kW (107 PS; 106 hp) @ 5750 rpm 148 N·m (109 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm DOHC 185 km/h (115 mph)1.8 16V F4P 1783 cc 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5750 rpm 164 N·m (121 lb·ft) @ 3500 rpm DOHC 189 km/h (117 mph)

2.0 16V F4R 1998 cc 102 kW (139 PS; 137 hp) @ 5500 rpm 188 N·m (139 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm DOHC 196 km/h (122 mph)

1.9 d F8Q 1870 cc 47 kW (64 PS; 63 hp) @ 4500 rpm 120 N·m (89 lb·ft) @ 2250 rpm SOHC 152 km/h (94 mph)1.9 dTi F9Q 1870 cc 59 kW (80 PS; 79 hp) @ 4000 rpm 160 N·m (118 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm SOHC 162 km/h (101 mph)1.9 dTi F9Q 1870 cc 72 kW (98 PS; 97 hp) @ 4000 rpm 200 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 2250 rpm SOHC 174 km/h (108 mph)1.9 dCi F9Q 1870 cc 75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp) @ 4000 rpm 200 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 1500 rpm SOHC 177 km/h (110 mph)

[edit] Scénic RX4

Scénic RX4

Renault developed a four-wheel drive derivative of the original Scénic, the Scénic RX4, launched in 2000 in both LHD and RHD format. Featuring a viscous, multi-disc central differential designed by Austrian specialists Steyr Daimler Puch, it offered part-time 4WD. The rear suspension was re-engineered and the suspension was strengthened. The new rear suspension now occupied part of the space that was used for the spare wheel well and led to the spare tyre being placed on the rear hatch. The RX4 rode higher with increased suspension travel and larger wheels. While these changes provided better ground clearance, the RX4 was offered with 2.0

litre petrol engine and 1.9 dci diesel engine, both already known from Mégane. Production of the RX4 ceased in 2003, until the arrival of the Scénic Conquest in 2007.

Engine options:

Sales designation Engine model Displ. Power Torque Valvetrain Top speed

2.0 16V F4R 1998 cc 102 kW (139 PS; 137 hp) @ 5500 rpm 188 N·m (139 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm DOHC 180 km/h (110 mph)

1.9 dCi F9Q 1870 cc 75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp) @ 4000 rpm 200 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 1500 rpm SOHC 160 km/h (99 mph)

[edit] Second generation (2003–2009)

Scénic II

Production 2003–2009

Length4,259 mm (168 in)

4,493 mm (177 in) (Grand Scénic)

Width 1,810 mm (71 in)

Height 1,620 mm (64 in)

Curb weight 1,320 kg (2,900 lb)

Related Renault Megane II

Shortly after the launch of the Mégane II, an all-new Scénic was launched. There is also a seven-seater Compact MPV Grand Scénic, with a longer wheelbase and rear overhang, which has two small child-sized seats in the enlarged luggage area.

As with the Mégane, the new car employs Renault's new corporate styling cues and much of the technology from other models such as the "Renault Card" keyless immobiliser and an automatic parking brake on certain trim levels. It integrates LEDs on all trims since 2006. As with Scénic I Phase 2, a raised "Mégane" logo appears on the C-pillar in tribute of the car's origin.

Scénics include folding rear passenger seat with integrated table, folding front passenger seat (on certain trim levels), automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, 'Child minder' mirror, as well as front and rear electric windows.

[edit] Phase 2 (2006–2009)

Like the Megane a few months earlier, Scénic II underwent a mild facelift in the latter half of 2006. The redesigned areas included a slightly more pronounced grille section, larger diamond badge, the addition of a "SCENIC" word badge on the bootlid and new wheel designs and interior trim. As with Megane, an optional upgrade enabled all the exterior body mouldings to be painted to match the bodywork. As of 2007 the "RENAULT" word badge has been removed.

2006–2009 Scénic

[edit] Scénic Conquest

In 2007 the spiritual successor to the RX4 was revealed in the form of the production-ready Scénic Conquest. Although powered by two-wheel-drive, the Conquest has a body kit, raised ride height and features accessories usually reserved for SUVs.

Scénic Conquest

[edit] Scénic III (2009–present)

Renault Scénic III

Production 2009–present

Wheelbase 2,580 mm (102 in)

Length 4,344 mm (171 in)

Width 1,845 mm (73 in)

Height 1,678 mm (66 in)

Curb weight 1,220 kg (2,700 lb)

Related Renault Megane III

The Scénic III was released in July 2009, while the 7 seater 'Grand' version (New Grand Scénic) was released in May 2009. Like the previous Scénic, there is also a seven-seater Compact MPV Grand Scénic.

Trim levels

Extreme: ABS & ESP for safety, Air conditioning, 4 x 15W RDS radio CD MP3 with fingertip remote control, Tunepoint to connect your MP3 player

Expression: 'Child minder' mirror, Automatic parking brake, Front fog lamps, TFT dashboard screen (Thin Film Technology), Rear electric windows

I-Music Special Edition: 17" 'Sari' alloy wheels, Parking proximity sensors - rear, Multi-functional Tunepoint, Arkamys 4 x 30W RDS radio CD with Bluetooth, Brushed aluminium effect door mirrors

Dynamic TOMTOM: Carminat TomTom integrated satellite navigation with joystick, Leather steering wheel, Hands Free Renault card, Automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, Multifunctional tunepoint and Bluetooth

Privilege TOMTOM: Part leather upholstery with a choice of two colours, Electrochrome rear view mirror, Rear parking sensors, Carminat TomTom integrated satellite navigation with joystick, Sliding centre storage unit

[edit] Phase 2 (2012–)

An updated Scenic and Grand Scenic was released into the UK market in February 2012, which features a new interior and exterior styling and driver aids.[1]

[edit] Scénic in the UKUK sales of the Scénic began in early 1997, and for the first two years the Scénic was the only compact MPV sold by a mainstream manufacturer in the UK, however the Vauxhall Zafira, Citroën Xsara Picasso, Fiat Multipla and the Nissan Almera Tino were launched in less than five years.

In 1997, the Mégane Scénic was awarded 1997 What Car?, Car of the Year.

The Scénic II arrived in British showrooms towards the end of 2003. The Scénic III arrived in British showrooms towards Summer 2009.

[edit] RecallElectronic defects have caused Renault to issue two recalls. The first, in 2009, was because of the dashboard could stop functioning, leaving drivers without the ability to gauge their speed, fuel tank, direction indicators or anything as all instruments were totally electronic. [2] At first drivers had to replace this part at their own expense, but eventually, because of media pressure, Renault UK and Ireland said that they would reimburse customers up to a set limit. No reimburse was implemented by Renault in Finland where several independent workshops launched an affordable-priced fixing of blanked Scenic panels [3]. . The second, in 2010, was because the electric handbrake could sometimes engage on its own while the car was in motion.[4]

[edit] Alternative propulsionThe Cleanova III, presented in the 2005 Geneva Auto Show, is based on a Scénic platform.

[edit] References1. ̂ "New cars for 2012". What Car?. Haymarket Consumer Media. 2011-12-29. http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/new-cars-for-

2012-part-2/mpvs--renault---toyota/260534. Retrieved 2012-01-25.2. ̂ "Renault gets lost on the Scenic route". BBC. 2009-10-07.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/watchdog/2009/10/renault_get_lost_on_a_scenic_r.html. Retrieved 2011-06-04.

3. ̂ http://keskustelu.suomi24.fi/node/5838779

4. ̂ "Renault recalls 66,000 British cars over handbrake which can apply itself while being driven". Daily Mail. 2010-08-04. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1300211/Renault-recalls-66-000-British-cars-faulty-handbrake.html. Retrieved 2011-06-04.

[edit] External links

Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Renault Scénic

Renaul Scénic spec page on the official Renault website Renault Scenic Owners Club (UK) UK Web based forum for Scenic owners.

Fan site Fan site for the Renault Scenic

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Renault F-Type engine

The F-Type (Fonte, meaning cast iron in French, and refers to the engine block material) is a straight-4 automobile engine from Renault. Launched in 1981 as the successor to the A family, Introduced on the Renault 9, Renault 11 & Renault Trafic, the engine is still in production today, with a few minor technical evolutions on the F4R, F5R & F9Q.

It has been the mainstay of Renault's engine lineup through the early 2000s in a succession of increasingly powerful petrol and Diesel variants in overhead camshaft configurations. It was also Renault's first production four-valve design (F7x).

It is gradually being replaced by the M-type engine but will remain in production and will continue to be OEM fitted on vehicles for at least several years.

Nowadays the engine's are produced in the engine manufacturing facility at Cléon, near to Rouen in Normandy.[1]

Discontinued

[edit] F1x

The F1x was only available with a displacement of 1.7 L (1,721 cc, 105 cu in) It had a parallel valve engine architecture with single-barrel carburetor

Applications:

F1N 1.7 L (1,721 cc, 105 cu in), B x S: 81.0 by 83.5 millimetres (3.19 in × 3.29 in). o 1981–1997 Renault Trafic

[edit] F2x

The F2x in an 8-valve SOHC with double-barrel carburetor

Applications:

F2N 1.7 L (1,721 cc, 105 cu in), B x S: 81.0 by 83.5 millimetres (3.19 in × 3.29 in). o 1985–1989 Renault R11

o 1985–1989 Renault R9

o 1985–1995 Renault R21

o 1988–1996 Renault R19

o –1997 Renault Clio

o 1985– Renault R5 Super 5

F2R 2.0 L (1,965 cc, 120 cu in).

o 1985–1993 Renault R21 (No official Renault references known, some says 90 HP, others 102 HP)

[edit] F3x

The F3x is mechanically similar to the F2x, only used an monopoint-EFI system. Some later versions were equipped with multipoint-EFI.

Applications:

F3N 1.7 L (1,721 cc, 105 cu in), B x S: 81.0 by 83.5 millimetres (3.19 in × 3.29 in). o 1985–1989 Renault R11

o 1985–1989 Renault R9

o 1985–1995 Renault R21

o 1988–2000 Renault R19

o 1985–1993 Renault R5 Super 5

o 1985–1987 Renault Alliance/Encore (USA & Canada TBI only)

F3P 1.8 L (1,794 cc, 109 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 83.5 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.29 in).

o 1988–2000 Renault R19

o 1992–1997 Renault Clio

o 1994–1999 Renault Laguna I

F3R 2.0 L (1,998 cc, 122 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 93.0 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.66 in).

o 1987– Renault GTA USA Special F3R Variant of F3N for 1987 Spec USA GTA only.

o 1994–2001 Renault Laguna I

o 1996– Renault Espace

o 1996– Renault Megane

o 1998– Moskvitch 2141 “Svyatogor” (Russia only)

[edit] F5x

The F5x resembles the F4x mechanically with an architecture of 16 indirect actuated valves and DOHC, but used a direct injection "IDE" fuel system.

Applications:

F5R 2.0 L (1,998 cc, 122 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 93.0 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.66 in). o 1999–2003 Renault Megane

o 2001–2003 Renault Laguna II

[edit] F7x

The F7x was the first of the F-type engine family with a 16-valve DOHC configuration, the valves were directly actuated by Hydraulic tappets. both the 1.8l as the 2.0l were equipped with a multipoint-EFI system.

Applications:

F7P 1.8 L (1,764 cc, 108 cu in), B x S: 82.0 by 83.5 millimetres (3.23 in × 3.29 in). o 1988–1997 Renault R19

o 1991–1996 Renault Clio

F7R 2.0 L (1,998 cc, 122 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 93.0 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.66 in).

o 1994–1998 Renault Clio Williams

o 1996–1999 Renault Megane

o 1995–1999 Renault SPORT SPIDER

[edit] F8x

The F8x is the indirect injected Diesel version and has an 8-valve SOHC architecture, it uses precombustion chambers achieve the required air/fuel mixing.

Applications:

F8M 1.6 L (1,595 cc, 97 cu in), B x S: 78.0 by 83.5 millimetres (3.07 in × 3.29 in). o 1985–1989 Renault R11

o 1985–1989 Renault R9

o 1985– Renault R5 Super 5

o 1986– Renault Extra

F8Q 1.9 L (1,870 cc, 114 cu in), B x S: 80.0 by 93.0 millimetres (3.15 in × 3.66 in).

o 1986– Renault Extra

o 1988–2000 Renault R19

o 1990–1995 Renault R21

o 1991–1997 Renault Clio

o 1995–2002 Renault Mégane

o 1996–2003 Renault Scénic

o 1997–2001 Renault Trafic

o 1994–1998 Mitsubishi Carisma

o 1994–1996 Volvo 440/460

o 1995–2004 Volvo S40/V40

o 2002–2006 Dacia Pick-Up

o 2003–2005 Dacia Solenza

[edit In production

[edit] F4x

The F4x is an indirect actuated 16-valve DOHC with a multipoint-EFI system.

F4P 1.8 L (1,783 cc, 109 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 83.0 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.27 in). o 1998–2001 Renault Laguna I

o 2001–2005 Renault Laguna II

o 2002 Proton Waja 1.8L

F4R 2.0 L (1,998 cc, 122 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 93.0 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.66 in).

o 1996– Renault Espace

o 2000– Renault Clio Renault Sport (172, 182, 197 and 200)

F4Rt 2.0 L (1,998 cc, 122 cu in), B x S: 82.7 by 93.0 millimetres (3.26 in × 3.66 in).

o 2002– Renault Espace, Renault Vel Satis, Renault Avantime, Renault Megane III TCe 180,[2] Renault Laguna II+III, Renault Scenic - Twin-scroll turbo by Mitsubishi with 165-180 hp (with overboost 190 hp on TCe 180) [3]

o 2007– Renault Laguna GT, Renault Megane Sport - Turbocharged Trophy version delivering up to 265 hp

[edit] F9x

The F9x is the direct injected Diesel version and also features an 8-valve SOHC configuratione, it has swirl generating intake ports to create swirling (vortex) of the aspirated air, and either a torodial- or an elsbett- piston bowl to twist te injected fuel vapour, also to achieve the required air/fuel mixing. The diesel-fuel is delivered either by a mechanical injection pump or a common rail fuel injection installation.

Applications:

F9Q 1.9 L (1,870 cc, 114 cu in), B x S: 80.0 by 93.0 millimetres (3.15 in × 3.66 in). o 1995–2002 Renault Mégane

o 1996– Renault Espace

o 1997– Renault Master

o 1997–2001 Renault Laguna I

o 1998–2004 Mitsubishi Carisma

o 1998–2004 Volvo S40

o 2001–2005 Renault Laguna II

o 2005– Suzuki Grand Vitara

F4R RS Optimised efficiency

Designed by Renault Sport Technologies, the 16V F4R RS 2.0 naturally aspirated engine has real character! Lively and discreet at low engine speeds, it proves its sporting credentials at higher speeds.

The 16V F4R RS 2.0 develops 200 hp at 7,250 rpm for torque of 125 Nm at 5,550 rpm. With 100 hp per litre of capacity, it boasts exceptional performance for this segment.

To deliver this level of power and torque, engine efficiency has been optimised, with:

An improved cylinder-filling rate based on technology imported directly from Formula 1 engines Larger valve openings to bring in more air and optimise gas flow

Continuously variable valve timing to improve engine performance at all speeds. Result: more torque at lower engine speeds and more power at higher speeds

A high compression ratio of 11.5:1 obtained through the well designed shape of the chamber and piston. Combustion quality is improved for high standards of efficiency and limited pollutant emissions

On the road...

Equipped with the naturally aspirated 16V 2.0 engine and a TL4 6-speed manual gearbox, Clio Renaultsport hits 62 mph from a standing start in just 6.9 seconds. It covers 1 km from a standing start in a mere 27.5 seconds.

Sporting temperament

For outstanding driveability and exceptional thrills, the naturally aspirated 16V 2.0 delivers:

Strong acceleration and immediate response

Driving is smooth and lively for day-to-day use; stimulating and fast paced for higher speeds

A signature engine sound, developed by the engineers of Renaultsport TechnologiesDiscreet at low speeds, the naturally aspirated 16V 2.0 knows how to "roar" when pushed, with its reinforced subframe and the floor specially designed to limit boom, a "3Y" type exhaust manifold, a steel crankshaft with eight counterweights to reduce spurious vibration and friction