Renault Scenic 4
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
116–163 PS
1.3L TCe Benzin
New Turbo Entry Level
Decent101–132 PS
1.2L TCe Benzin
5 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Renault Scenic 4 is available with 5 engine variants — from 61 to 163 hp. 4 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Renault 1.5L dCi (Diesel, 90–110 PS) comes with 2 different engines: K9K (2016–2018, Stay Away!) and K9K (2016–2018, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L dCi!
The Renault 1.6L dCi (Diesel, 131 PS) has the R9M (1.6L dCi) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Renault 1.7L Blue dCi (Diesel, 120–150 PS) comes with 2 different engines: R9N (2018–2022, Be Careful) and R9N (2018–2022, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.7L Blue dCi!
The Renault 1.2L TCe (Petrol, 116–132 PS) comes with 2 different engines: H5F (2016–2018, Stay Away!) and H5F (2016–2018, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.2L TCe!
The Renault 1.3L TCe (Petrol, 116–163 PS) comes with 3 different engines: H5H-1.3 (2017–2022, Be Careful) and H5H-1.3 (2018–2022, Be Careful) and H5H-1.3 (2018–2022, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.3L TCe!
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension with above-average defect rate The suspension on the Scenic IV already shows significantly higher defect rates at the first MOT after 3 years. Springs, dampers, driveshafts and steering joints are the affected components. Symptoms: MOT suspension defects, knocking, poor road holding from 60,000 km | Medium |
Test Reports
AUTO BILD TÜV-Report
Improvements over the predecessor, but axle components still wear prematurely. Dual-clutch gearbox jerks on pull-away. Infotainment failures occur. Front lighting remains a persistent issue.
2024-11Alternatives
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 31 weaknesses have been documented for the Renault Scenic 4 (2016–2022) — 24 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. 2 problem engines: H5F (1.2L TCe), K9K (1.5L dCi). Typical issues affect Suspension, Electronics, Interior, Gearbox.
Scenic (K9K, 2016–2018) — Stay Away!: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Injectors Sensitive to Fuel Quality. Power: 90–95 PS.
Scenic (K9K, 2016–2018) — Stay Away!: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Injectors Sensitive to Fuel Quality. Power: 110 PS.
Scenic (R9M, 2016–2018) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Stretch, Connecting Rod Failure (Condensation Water), EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss. Power: 131 PS.
Scenic (R9N, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Failure, Recall: Fuel Line Fire Hazard, AdBlue System / SCR Catalytic Converter Fault. Power: 120 PS.
Scenic (R9N, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Failure, Recall: Fuel Line Fire Hazard, AdBlue System / SCR Catalytic Converter Fault. Power: 150 PS.
Scenic (H5F, 2016–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretches Prematurely, Turbocharger Failure, Electric Water Pump Failure. Power: 116 PS.
Scenic (H5F, 2016–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretches Prematurely, Turbocharger Failure, Electric Water Pump Failure. Power: 132 PS.
Scenic (H5H-1.3, 2017–2022) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Early Wear, Wastegate Failure After 80,000+ km, Direct Injection: Intake Port Carbon Build-Up. Power: 158–163 PS.
Scenic (H5H-1.3, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Early Wear, Wastegate Failure After 80,000+ km, Direct Injection: Intake Port Carbon Build-Up. Power: 116 PS.
Scenic (H5H-1.3, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Early Wear, Wastegate Failure After 80,000+ km, Direct Injection: Intake Port Carbon Build-Up. Power: 140 PS.
What to watch out for with the Renault Scenic? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee