Renault Scala [2012-2017] User Reviews

This thing is sumthing new from the Renault stable. The Renault K9K engine gives some feeling... With a maximum output of 86PS @ 3750 RPM and a whooping  max torque of 200 NM @2000 RPM. It is around 1470 CC and is certainly worth it.

The electrcic power steering feels steady and shall make cars ride in the traffic easier and certainly better on highways. The rear is sumthing that impressed me the most. The chrome lining on the trunk with the name SCALA embrossed is just fabulous.

The smoked styled headlamps add to the design character of the car, giving it a modernand energetic feel. The wide chrome radiator grille that comes with a big bold Renault Logo, makes the Renault Scala look sophisticated and premium with something very new to the company's stable through the years. As a whole this a package which in worth the price and shaal prove to be a tough competition in this segment.

The comfort and space is awsome... The AC with rear blowers work very well.Expected use of better plastic.. traditional Renault interiors

This car has leg space in rear seats like you are in some luxury car, servicing and maintenance is manageable, the rear ac diffuser units are fake, only have fan in it, there are some blind spots in the rear specifically C pillar section, the ride quality is good and the mileage is like 16 to 17 in city and 18 and 20 on highway.

Exterior is ok.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) is fantastic

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox is better than any car of the same segment.

Fuel Economy: City 14.0 km/l and Highway 19.0 km/l

Ride Quality & Handling,  Fantastic

Final Words One should go for renault SCALA if want to have comfort for long drive. In fact, comfort is also more rich thanthe same segment of Car.

I have driven this car for more than thousands kilometers and found that the stability of car is better than the experienced car of the same segment as well as also dosen't need too much of acceleration to maintain constant speed. Control is also better. AC, Music system, interiors are good but slightly interiors (PVC covers) needs to be stiffened. Suspensions is too good.

Renauld should provide better class of footmat with high coverage for better protection of blankets.

Areas of improvement DRL shall be provided.  speed sensing door lock. Nos of service centre to be increased by renault.

Overall all : This is a good car with excellent luxury with economics of fuel bill.

Fantastic interior, Better fuel bill & comfort, riding pleasure at high speed.gLittle wide but OK

Exterior

 Looks very impressive

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 Very spacious, Big boot.  However there are no bottle holders other than in arm rest in the back seat.  Also, no arm rest in front seat ; It would be good to have bottle holders in rear doors

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 Engine performance is good and feels smooth in city drives.  The drive over the pot holes can be felt.  There IS a bit of noise on high ways at high speeds, however we get used to it after a while.  Fuel economy is good in cities as well as high ways.  Actual in the city, the mileage is much better when compared to similar sized cars, that too automatic.

Ride Quality & Handling

 

Final Words

 Overall i am very happy with my car as well as service from Trident, the dealer in bangalore.  My car is due for its first service this month.  

Areas of improvement  

 

 

Exterior (Looks), Spaciousness, Big boot, smooth driveNoisy at high speed

I bought an SCALA CVT last year and drove around 12,000 KM. It is no nonsense car and could probably the coolest car to drive in the City. Mileage in City is around 10 - 12 KMS / Litre and in long 15 - 16 KMS / per litre. It has enough leg space in the front and rear and 500 litres boot space. I bought a variant that misses keyless start, fog lamps and leather seat covers. The highway drive is very comfortable and in good roads you feel as if the car really floats. The power steering is very responsive and effortless to handle

The music system is a disappointment that it doesn't support USB or Bluetooth. There is no arm rest and there may not be an option to fit an external one too. Performance of the car in highways might not be great especially if you intend to make a quick overtake. The Sports mode helps but not to a large extent. 

Overall I would say it is a cool automatic big car for trouble free city drive ...

Driving comfort in city, ample leg space, boot space, looksperformance, outdated music system, missing arm rest

Exterior Exterior of the car are very stylish and appealing, and certainally among the best in the competiton. In fact in comparison to its sibling i.e. Sunny, Sacala's looks are more premium. Front headlemps and contast colored bumpers provides a great look.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Due to huge space , comfort is best in class, in fact it gives tough competition even to D1 segment. Audio system is the only disappointment as no USB connectivity, although speaker sound is very good. Plastic quality is good.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Apart from Sapce, Engiene is the other big quality of this car. Very good performance, very good pic up. Good average too, getting average of 21.5 what more can one ask for.

Ride Quality & Handling Ride quality is good, very good car to drive in city conditions, altough steering feels stiff at the time of taking sharp cuts/turn.  

Final Words Overall best package in Sedan segment as one get car with all features, very good engeine providing good fuel economy.

Areas of improvement Audio system and Handling can be improved.

Good performance, Very good fuel economy and value for moneyInteriors

Exterior Good Looking! After verifying so many nearest models, this car attracts with very good features. This appearence is gentle & looks like a legend.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Unmatched space and comfort. Almost every feature is added in the interiors. Only MINUS point is bluetooth and USB port missing in the audio system.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Amazing fuel economy both in city and long drive ! Highly satisfying! Good pick up and excellent AC comfort. NO probs with gear box.

Ride Quality & Handling Comfortable ride and even in high speeds, absolutely no hick ups. As smooth as it is in 80 KMPH when going at 120 KMPH. Wonderful experience.

Final Words Simply amazing! Value for money. No comparison with similar models. Unmatched space especially the leg space. One should sit and experience the comfort of sitting in the rear seat.

Areas of improvement Could have provided fog lamps for RXL model also. Very upset for not providing bluetooth and USB portal.

Its simply amazing ! undoubtedly - a value for money CAR. The comfort is unparalleled.Could have provided fog lamps in this model also. Blutooth & USB port are missing.

You will find most of the positive views on website cardekho.com about renault because cardekho.com has a tie up with renault india for providing customer services. you call or write to customer care of renault,it is handled by cardekho team. Well frankly speaking, forget about the car .renault dealers have hired the worst people to handle customers. In haryana most of the cities are aquired by one man and have the monopoly. I was literally abused by the salesman and the sales head backed him. This is pre sales position in Renault. I called the renault customer care which was handled by car dekhoo team but they said  that they have escalted the issue but no body called me up. Worst company which do not have a customer care of its own. Renault does not have their own manufacturing plant and neither customer care. Both Nissan and renault have huge shortage of their parts as all manufactured in same plant. My cousin have a nissan sunny and it took 30 days to change defective compressor. Throwing 10 lakhs to a company which can not even have a customer care is not advisable. Renault india website does not have any phone numbers of their offices. In no way, you can contact renault people. Toll free number is there which doesnot connect from mobiles and it connect to car dekho team.

Design,space,mileageLength and customer care

Dear readers.. I bought this car in 2017 as used and driven 31000 kms..until now it's performing better. Overall this car will teach us the pros and cons of driving sedan in n crowded Indian roads. Not good for pot holes and non standard speed brakers since bottom gets a beating.. Also the Renault service guys show great attention but few glitches now and then..esp. master brake cylinder is an issue but they say it's good..hence planning to do in private service station.. Overall a beautiful spacious sedan for Indian roads..