2003 Renault Scenic Fidji review from UK and Ireland
"Does even the best design have to have an Achilles heel?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
For the third time in a mere 41000 miles, this car has failed the annual MoT test due to pitted rear brake discs, which on each occasion have to be replaced at considerable cost. A friend who owns the same model has similar experiences, so Renault must be guilty of a basic design fault.
The car is unsuited to those Advanced Drivers who never use heavy braking, because they read the road ahead well and adjust speeds without the need for much braking.
Furthermore, I seldom carry rear seat passengers or heavy boot loads, for which the car appears to be specifically intended.
General comments?
An otherwise brilliantly designed car is damned by this single fault.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 41000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mondeo |
| Date of Entry | 9th July, 2009 |