Renault Scénic comes looking to reinvent the minivan. It is today better alternative than a family (Mégane ST) or SUV (Kadjar)? We measure them in the same version 1.6 dCi / 130 hp.

It seemed no doubt that the MPV format was exhausted. He said so at least his fall in sales in recent years … provided, of course, andn SUV segment detriment of all-encompassing today and even it has come to outshine in the market and family saloons bodies. However, Renault has been proposed to reinvent the practical concept par excellence, first with its new Espace and now with the new Scénic: more design, height almost SUV and one very sporty, They aspire to regain market share with them.

So, as we had now in testing the new Renault Scénic 1.6 dCi 130 hp, why not check that contribute Today one of the new new carriers against other body? Said and done: the comparison was ideal to be able to cope with the same engine always Diesel 1.6 dCi 130 hp, his brothers Renault Megane Sport Tourer range (station wagon) and Renault SUV Kadjar. And another advantage to equate conclusions: the three also start from the same family modular platform CMF C / D of the Renault / Nissan Alliance. Only different formats and body designs therefore should make a difference here. ¿What compensates? Measure them and see …

Renault Scénic, Mégane ST and Kadjar: performance

The three, therefore, with the same engine 1.6 dCi stands out for its great forcefulness and high torque between 1,700 and 2,000 rpm, but it has always shown some weakness in his first 500 rpm rotation, We subject them to our dynamic testing at the circuit of INTA. And all three, along with 6-speed manual transmission. Before, we should give some brushstrokes of his behavior, which we also observe nuances between them. Well the Scénic in terms of ride comfort and agility for what is always expected (or expected) of a minivan, it is true that to jump after the new Mégane Sport Tourer end up appreciating a more refined car in its roll.

The lower height Renault Megane ST guarantees a more typical response of a tourism against its rivals, especially also for comparison against one Kadjar that, of the three, the perceived lower quality rolling. More reactive and balanced in the chassis Mégane, then also takes up its better aerodynamics to end up being slightly faster than its rivals. He Scénic, meanwhile, and despite a 130 kg weight to top, Get hold type, which speaks well of their dynamic conditions, while the Kadjar ends up being the slowest during acceleration … and that our unit does not have all-wheel drive not to penalize more.

Evaluating other measurements, few differences are more noticeable. All three show a good job of soundproofing and loudness levels quite content, and the three also boast Very good braking capabilities, Scénic only slightly behind the front of his brothers, but with differences that are by no means definitive choice for decanting. Yes, dynamically and performance, analyzing global ST Mégane again shows that height and weight are final… and the advantage provided in front of the minivan and SUV so fashionable. First point for the family.

BENEFITS	Renault Scénic 1.6 dCi	ST Mégane 1.6 dCi	Kadjar Renault 1.6 dCi
Acel. 0-100 km / h	10.46 s	9.68 s	11.23 s
Acel. 0-1000 meters	32,35 s	31.50 s	32.98 s
Overtaking 80-120 km / h	8.04 s	7.37 s	7.86 s
Loudness 100 km / h	66.0 dB	65.9 dB	66.8 dB
Loudness 120 km / h	68.4 dB	69.7 dB	68.8 dB
Braking from 140 km / h	75.8 m	73.3 m	73.1 m
Weight scale	1,601 kg	1,466 kg	1,491 kg

Renault Scénic, Mégane ST and Kadjar: consumption

We have seen that something certainly it affects the volume of body in benefits. It will also consumption? Well certainly expected … but we ended up finding ourselves here three models ranging in just less than two tenths, which speaks highly of the efficiency 1.6 dCi engine always.

Renualt wins again the Mégane Sport Tourer, but does so with minimal differences that fail to tip the balance. And if it does it is solely for their smaller urban consumption (0.2 l / 100 km and less than Scénic Kadjar) benefited again for that lower weight and volume that mainly pass some bill in environments where frequent stops and accelerations re-occur. Low consumption in any case in all of them, especially on a rolling road where almost nailed to perfection their actual spending. Three family cars and travel.

CONSUMPTION	Renault Scénic 1.6 dCi	ST Mégane 1.6 dCi	Kadjar Renault 1.6 dCi
Consumption city	5.83 l / 100 km	5.88 l / 100 km	5.86 l / 100 km
Consumption Highway	5.03 l / 100 km	4.81 l / 100 km	5.06 l / 100 km
average consumption	5,35 l / 100 km	5.24 l / 100 km	5.38 l / 100 km

Renault Scénic, Mégane ST and Kadjar: space

Turn to space, the theoretical strength of the minivan and where the Renault Scénic should always be strong against its rivals. And not that I have bad habitability, but we are surprised by the good capacity this time especially the Mégane Sport Tourer. Clearly, It offers them the best chance Scénic, thanks mainly to the option modular sliding back row to better adapt the space needs. So, with up to 16 cm of travel, you can get to have some spectacular almost 700 liters of cargo giving virtually rear legroom … or accommodate behind solvency passengers counting, in the worst case, with the same maximum trunk of his rivals.

Meanwhile, both the Renault Mégane Sport Tourer as Kadjar surprised by a very good level of interior height and width, being perfectly compatible as first choices of family car. Something behind luggage compartment is yes in one Kadjar with less capacity, demonstrating that the SUV is more a fad than actual functionality. Magnificent result of Mégane family and Scénic slight victory for a more modularity.

SPACE	Renault Scénic 1.6 dCi	ST Mégane 1.6 dCi	Kadjar Renault 1.6 dCi
front width	149 cm	143 cm	144 cm
rear width	136 cm	136 cm	138 cm
front height	94-101 cm	93-100 cm	91-96 cm
rear height	94 cm	93 cm	93 cm
Legroom	58-74 cm	74 cm	76 cm
Trunk	530-680 liters	535 liters	475 liters

Renault Scénic, Mégane ST and Kadjar: final price

Comes the latest chapter in our battles: the price. And the conclusions already clarified this section finish. Although all three have different finishing lines (Zen Energy, Bose and GT Line Energy Energy in Mégane ST; Zen Energy and One Energy in Scénic e Intens Energy X-Mod Energy Energy and Zen in Kadjar), will have seen a repeats the same level in all three: Zen Energy.

Indeed, comparing the three we are in a equipment very similar series but some differences to consider. While Kadjar (he was the first to arrive) has neither the ultimate multimedia system Renault or with some more advanced elements that do offer his opponents even in option (such as parking assistance, LED headlamps, Head Up Display or control adaptive) cruise, Mégane Sport Tourer and Scénic themselves are very evenly matched. And the difference between the two round always 2,000 euros in favor of the Mégane family. If we equate Kadjar and Scénic models we find two very similar price. So, being faster, more dynamic, spend a little less and have a great livability and trunk, The victory takes him familiar body today. We recognize that, now also the Mégane Sport Tourer 1.6 dCi is arguably one of the most complete Renault you can find.

DISCOUNTED RATES (JANUARY 2017)

Renault Scénic 1.6 dCi (between 25,150 and 26,750 euros)

Renault Megane dCi 1.6 ST (between 23,140 and 24,200 euros)

Kadjar Renault 1.6 dCi (between 24,500 and 26,350 euros)

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