Very good value for money
Nothing.
This car has nearly every standard accessory which a lot of cars that are much more expensive do not have.
The only thing I can grumble about is that perhaps the 1400cc engine is a little too slow for a heavy car.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 26th September, 2001
Best family car money can buy
Nothing so far.
The car situation is a bit particular in Malta, with extreme taxes levied on new cars (in the range of 60% to 80%). The Scénic was the best value for money, scoring a bit better than the Citroën Xsara Picasso at a slightly lower price.
The Scénic is an extremely versatile car. You can move the back seats about, remove them, or make an even more comfortable four seater out of the car within a minute. The back has three full seats, each with a head rest and three-point seat belt.
Because of the elevated driving position, getting in and out is easy, visibility is very good, and the upright position of the driver and passengers leaves the car remarkably compact and easy to park (which, in Malta, is an asset not to be underestimated).
The long gear stick takes some getting used to. The 1.4 16v engine is on the light side for this relatively heavy car, but still I manage to spin the wheels in second gear, and steep hills are taken in second at 3000 to 4000 RPM. For the short distances on the island it's more than adequate.
The back is a bit noisy; I suspect the removable chairs of rattling around, but it's nothing major.
The comfort level is quite high. The Authentique, the level just above the basic edition, has electric front windows and mirrors, a satellite for the radio, and the air conditioner (a must in Malta) cools three soft drink cans in a special compartment. The car is littered with all kinds of pockets and compartments.
This is my first car. The only reason why I wouldn't buy it again is because I want the Scénic RX4 instead.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 23rd September, 2001
Excellent value for money
Nothing.
Excellent in every aspect.
Very good visibility.
Excellent safety features with 6 air bags. All 5 seats have head rests and three-point seat belts.
The proactive gear box takes sometime to adjust to and the high driving position also seemed a bit awkward at the beginning. But now, I find that these two features are actually good features of the car.
My wife and kids all love it.
It is a car that you feel confident and safe driving.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th September, 2001
Buy a import and get a bargain
Fuel gauge is not reading.
Front wing is sitting slightly out from the headlight.
Now into Scenic number two and they just get better. Forget Fiat, Vauxhall etc. just buy a Scenic, and no I don't work for Renault!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th September, 2001
The car is excellent, and I would consider buying another 4WD version if it came with an automatic
At the moment nothing except for some minor rattling sound from the front which comes and goes...
The car is comfortable for everyone, except that the steering is a bit awkwardly positioned. Maybe if the future model has adjustment for reach this problem could be solved.
I am considering buying the 4WD version, but waiting for it to be equipped with an Automatic Gearbox.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th July, 2001
Nice, efficient and you cannot ask for more
None so far.
This is a nice family car. However the one delivered to me did not come with the alarm system fitted which is quite odd. It does comes with central locking and engine immobilizer as well as other standard items.
Being newly introduced in Malaysia, several accessories such as seat covers (which are unique), window air press and many other accessories I see available in New Zealand are not available locally.
Also all the Internet sites I have been to do not seem to show any repair manual being available for this model other than the Haynes. I need information on where I can get hold of the original repair manual for this car.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th June, 2001
Getting better all the time
Nothing.
All in all, a great improvement on an already good car.
Comfortable, versatile and now with good performance without any increase in fuel thirst.
We test drove all the rivals and came back to the Scenic.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 10th April, 2001
26th Sep 2001, 00:43
We are a couple from Malta who have purchased a new Renault Scenic nearly four months ago. This is also the 1.4 16v Authentique version, which in Malta has as standard accessories, air conditioning, 6 airbags and ABS as standard. We decided to purchase this car because we wanted an MPV and this was the best value for money. When the car was only 1 month old, we went with it overland to Italy, France and Germany and the car performed very well for a 1400cc engine.
Regarding the noise that your reader from Malta is getting for the rear of the car, we think that this comes from the seat belts which hang from the roof. Otherwise we are quite content with the Scenic.