Renault Scenic J95 vs Renault Scenic MK4
Renault Scenic
J95 · 2009 – 2016
The Scenic (J95, 2009–2016), a compact MPV.
Renault Scenic
MK4 · 2016 – 2023
The fourth Scenic (MK4, 2016–2023), a modern compact MPV.
Renault Scenic
Pick the J95 for an affordable, practical early Scenic with a large used supply.
Renault Scenic
Pick the MK4 for the roomier, more modern Scenic with an efficient 1.5 Blue dCi.
Performance
1.2 TCe 130 · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol
| Renault Scenic | Renault Scenic | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
130 hp
|
140 hp
Winner
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| Torque |
205 Nm
|
240 Nm
Winner
|
| 0–100 km/h |
11,4 s
|
9,3 s
Winner
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| Top speed |
190 km/h
|
200 km/h
Winner
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| Power-to-weight |
93,5 hp/t
|
96,6 hp/t
Winner
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| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
135 g/km
|
125 g/km
Winner
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| Consumption (WLTP) |
5,9 L/100km
|
5,6 L/100km
Winner
|
Dimensions & space
| Renault Scenic | Renault Scenic | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
437 L
|
506 L
Winner
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| Boot (seats folded) |
1.500 L
|
1.600 L
Winner
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| Wheelbase |
2,70 m
|
2,73 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,34 m
|
4,41 m
|
| Ground clearance |
—
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
11,0 m
Winner
|
11,2 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.200 kg
|
1.600 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Renault Scenic | Renault Scenic | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | C | CMF-CD |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine family | 1.6 16V · 1.4 TCe · 1.2 TCe · 1.5 dCi · 1.6 dCi · 1.9 dCi · 2.0 dCi | 1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.5 dCi/Blue dCi · 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual · EDC7 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC: jerky shifts
- Electronics and MediaNav/R-Link glitches
- 1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
- EDC: jerky shifts
- Electronics and infotainment glitches
Pros
- Roomy, practical with lots of storage
- Affordable used supply
- Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel
- Bigger boot and modern design
- Efficient 1.5 Blue dCi diesel
- Practical and comfortable for families
Cons
- Older design and interior
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
- MPV shape less popular than SUV
- 1.2 TCe carries chain risk
Driving experience
Renault Scenic
A relaxed long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, with good visibility. Steering is light and accurate enough for daily use. Ride quality is absorbent and composed for the segment, with body control better than many traditional MPVs of the era. The diesels are refined and strong for motorway use, while petrol engines are adequate but less efficient. Manual gearboxes are straightforward; the automatic options (EDC dual-clutch on some diesels, CVT on the 2.0 petrol) can show hesitation or less refined behaviour in low-speed use.
Renault Scenic
A relaxed long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, with good visibility. Steering is light and accurate enough for daily use. Ride quality is firmer than many traditional MPVs, particularly on the standard 20-inch wheels, and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps, though body control is adequate. The 1.3 TCe feels responsive once moving, while the diesels are refined and strong for motorway use. The EDC dual-clutch is smooth at higher speeds but can show low-speed hesitation or judder, especially on early cars and in town.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
