Minivan "Renault Grand Scenic" 2012 - what's new?

Recently, sales of a new generation of legendary minivans Reno Grand Scenic began in Russia. These handsome men have already conquered the hearts of many European motorists, and now this opportunity is provided to our drivers. As part of this review, we will devote close attention to this particular car, because its popularity in Europe has not faded since the first months of sales.

Minivan Renault: photo and design overview

If we compare the novelty with the previous minivans, we can say that now the designers have made many changes in the design and shape of the body. Now the renewed minivan Renault Grand Scenic boasts of more sporting contours, a beautiful shape of the lower air intakes and new bumpers. In general, thanks to many changes in the exterior, the developers managed to significantly reduce the coefficient of aerodynamic drag, and this, in turn, positively affects the fuel consumption of the car.

Interior

Inside the new minivan "Renault Grand Scenic" has become more spacious. For passengers of the second and third row of seats, additional space is now allocated, so that family trips to the country or to nature will become even more comfortable. It is also worth noting the presence of a new panoramic hatch and roomy trunk, which now can accommodate even a bicycle. Among the electronic innovations, it is worth highlighting the presence of a new navigation system, which provides information on a separate 5.8-inch LCD screen, as well as the availability of a special rear-view camera, which makes it much easier to park the car in parking lots and many other places. Also, the car is equipped with a speed limiter and an automatic headlight switching system, which is activated when the light of the oncoming car appears.

Specifications

The French Renault minivan is equipped with two diesel engines. The first 1.6-liter unit with a capacity of 130 horsepower replaced the outdated 1.9-liter DCi 130 engine. The second turbo-diesel engine has the same power (130 "horses"), but the working volume slightly increased to 2.0 liters. Both engines are paired with two transmissions to choose from - a four-speed box "automatic" or "mechanics" in five stages. In terms of fuel consumption minivan is quite economical and can give odds to many crossovers. On 100 kilometers of run it consumes only 6.9 liters of diesel fuel (and this is in city mode). With the "automatic" box this indicator slightly increases - by 5-10 percent.

The cost of the new Renault minivan

The price for the French "Grand Scenic" in the basic set-up starts from the mark of 24 thousand 700 US dollars. At the same time, the car is equipped with an ABS system, electric windows, several airbags, a brake force distribution system, electric mirrors heating, and special inflatable curtains. The most expensive complete set of "Privelege" will cost buyers 30 thousand 700 dollars.