The Renault Grand Scenic has been modified a bit compared to the 2004 model. While it is capable of accommodating 9 passengers, some minor adjustments may provide better space for this popular MPV. By stretching the standard five-seat Scénic by 9 inches, Renault’s engineers were able to offer an extra pair of seats, increasing practicality while keeping the car to a manageable size.
The cheapest route to ownership is a petrol-powered model. The entry-level 1.6-litre is almost as sprightly as the 2-litre, and will save you about 5mpg at the pumps, and some £300 on your initial outlay. A 2004-registered example can be yours for less than £4,000.
A word of warning, though. Steer clear of the entry-level Authentique model, which came without air-conditioning as standard: in a car with so much glass and a full complement of passengers, the Grand Scénic quickly becomes a greenhouse.
Regardless of engine size or trim grade, all Grand Scénic models score highly in safety tests, achieving a maximum five-star Euro NCAP score, and all models get front, side and curtain airbags as standard. Big savings can be made if you are unconcerned by having a few more miles on the clock. With Scénics proving popular among fleet buyers, it isn’t uncommon to find three-year-old cars that have covered 30,000 miles per year.
If you can bring yourself to ignore the psychological 100,000-mile barrier, there are some benefits with a high-mile corporate car such as this, as regular maintenance means frequent garage visits will also have taken care of the minor repairs so often ignored by private owners. With Grand Scénic models fetching barely more money than the equivalent “standard” five-seater Scénic, now could be the time to secure all the space you will ever need.
(Source) Times Online
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