Mercedes-Benz V-Class vs Renault Scenic
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Mercedes’ large premium MPV.
VS
Renault Scenic
Renault’s practical compact MPV.
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Pick this one if…
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Pick the V-Class for a roomy, comfortable premium people carrier with flexible seating and strong diesels.
Best engine: The V 250 d (190 hp diesel).
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Pick this one if…
Renault Scenic
Pick the Scenic for a practical, comfortable compact MPV with an efficient diesel.
Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or 1.5 Blue dCi (diesel).
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Performance
V 250 d · Diesel vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class | Renault Scenic | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
190 hp
Winner
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140 hp
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| Torque |
440 Nm
Winner
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240 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
9,9 s
|
9,3 s
Winner
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| Top speed |
206 km/h
Winner
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200 km/h
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| Power-to-weight |
89,2 hp/t
|
96,6 hp/t
Winner
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
161 g/km
|
125 g/km
Winner
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
6,1 L/100km
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5,6 L/100km
Winner
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Dimensions & space
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class | Renault Scenic | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
610 L
Winner
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506 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.410 L
|
1.600 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
3,20 m
Winner
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2,73 m
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| Length |
5,14 m
|
4,41 m
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| Width |
1,93 m
|
1,87 m
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| Height |
1,90 m
|
1,65 m
|
| Seats |
8
Winner
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5
|
Powertrain & tech
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class | Renault Scenic | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | W447 (rear-wheel-drive base, related to the Vito) | C (J95) · CMF-CD (MK4) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | OM651/OM654 diesel · M274/M264 petrol | 1.6 16V · 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi/Blue dCi · 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi · 2.0 dCi |
| Fuel | Diesel · Petrol | Petrol · Diesel |
| Transmission | 7G-TRONIC · 9G-TRONIC automatic | 6-speed manual · EDC6/EDC7 automatic |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 5/6 (J95) · Euro 6/6d (MK4) |
| LEZ access | Euro 6 diesel/petrol allowed in the LEZ (Brussels/Antwerp/Ghent) | Euro 6/6d allowed; early J95 (Euro 5) restricted |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
- OM651 timing chain (early examples)
- Sliding-door mechanism needs servicing
- AdBlue/DPF on diesels (short trips)
Renault Scenic
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC automatic: jerky shifts
- Electronics and infotainment: glitches
Pros
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
- Up to 8 seats and class-leading load space
- Three lengths (Compact/Long/Extra Long)
- Refined comfort (optional AIRMATIC)
Renault Scenic
- Roomy, practical with lots of storage
- Efficient diesels (1.5 dCi/Blue dCi)
- Comfortable for families
Cons
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
- Big and less agile in town
- High weight and consumption for a people carrier
Renault Scenic
- MPV shape less popular than SUV
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
Compare specific generations
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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