Segment: Compact
Production years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Renault introduced the Scala as the fifth model from a development program that was promised by the French automaker in 2004 when it entered the Indian market.
Since the French carmaker already had an alliance with Nissan, it used the Japanese platform for the Sunny to develop the Scala. All it had to do was to add some French-specific ingredients to the mix and call it a day.
Since the entire car was based on a Nissan product, the headlights resembled those installed on the Sunny and the Micra. The front fascia, on the other hand, sported a broad, diamond-shaped grille. In India, this car was sold as a premium vehicle in the mid-size segment. The Scala's profile revealed the three-box bodywork with an arched roofline and a sloped rear windscreen. At the back, the automaker installed corner-mounted taillights that flanked the trunk's lid.
Inside, the Scala's interior looked much more like the one offered on the Nissan Sunny. Its center stack hosted the HVAC controls arranged in a dial-like pattern underneath the CD stereo. Unlike a premium vehicle, though, the Scala featured hard-plastic materials on the dashboard and door cards. At least the steering wheel featured a few buttons for the sound system. The vehicle was good for five adults, although the cramped rear seats could hardly accommodate three people due to limited legroom and headroom.
Under the hood, the carmaker offered the Scala with either gasoline or a turbo-diesel engine. The former was also available connected to a CVT, while the latter was a five-speed manual-only affair.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT FWD (99 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | l4 |
Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
Power: | 73 KW @ 6000 RPM 99 HP @ 6000 RPM 98 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 99 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 134 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.8 gallons (40.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111 mph (179 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.2 in (4425 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 59.3 in (1506 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/58.5 in (1,481/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.4 in (2601 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.3 cuFT (490 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2216 lbs (1005 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L CVT FWD (99 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
Power: | 73 KW @ 6000 RPM 99 HP @ 6000 RPM 98 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 99 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 134 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 10.8 gallons (40.9 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Continuously Variable Transmission |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.2 in (4425 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 59.3 in (1506 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/58.5 in (1,481/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.4 in (2601 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.3 cuFT (490 L) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L dCI FWD (86 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1461 cm3 |
Power: | 63 KW @ 3750 RPM 86 HP @ 3750 RPM 84 BHP @ 3750 RPM |
Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 201 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 10.8 gallons (40.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.2 in (4425 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 59.3 in (1506 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/58.5 in (1,481/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.4 in (2601 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.3 in (160 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.3 cuFT (490 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2381 lbs (1080 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |