RENAULT Megane Scenic 1995-1999 Photos, engines & full specs

Built on the same platform as the first-generation Megane, the Scenic wore the Megane-Scenic from 1995 when it appeared on the market, counting on its sibling's name for sale success.

Renault made a bold step in the European MPV compact segment with the introduction of the Scenic range in 1995. It aimed the Scenic at young families with babies, offering an unmatched level of safety and interior space by any of its competitors.

Sporting the same bio-design language as its Megane sibling, the minivan designed by Patrick Le Quement revealed a taller vehicle than the rest of the range. A short and steep hood followed the signature front fascia of the car, which featured a center vertical slat where the rhomboidal Renault badge was mounted. To conceal the tall vehicle, the designer added a fat bumper that incorporated a lower grille with horizontal slats and, as an option, a pair of foglights. From its sides, behind the rear doors, the carmaker added a third row of windows that followed a curved shape toward the D-pillars. At the back, the tailgate looked similar to the one installed on the Megane Estate (station wagon) version, just taller.

Inside, the high-seating position allowed for more legroom for all five occupants. Moreover, the carmaker added several storage spaces located inside the floor and also under the seats. The dashboard's curved lines followed the same bio-design trend of the mid-90s, with the instrument cluster being extended above the center stack. The oval-shaped vents created a unitary design, even though the outer ones were vertically placed.

Under the hood, Renault installed fuel-efficient engines paired with five-speed manual gearboxes. It was an economical car, even though that meant sacrifices in the performance department.