Renault reveals Scenic XMOD 04 | 02 | 2013

RENAULT WILL REPLACE the Scenic model with a new crossover-style version of the car called Scenic XMOD.

The Scenic XMOD — based on the outgoing car it replaces — gets raised ride height, new bumpers, sill guards, new alloy wheels and roof bars to give it the pseudo off-roader looks.

And though the car is front-wheel drive only, Renault says it has improved adverse weather performance thanks to a new Grip Xtend traction control system.

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Grip Xtend is manually controlled using a rotary knob on the centre console. ‘Road’ mode is the standard setting, working as a traditional traction control system.

Loose Ground mode controls engine torque and optimises braking control in low-grip surfaces. In Expert mode, braking control is undertaken by the system, leaving the driver in control of the engine.

Boot capacity of the Scenic XMOD is also increased over the Scenic, up from 522 litres to 555 litres.

The new car will be officially unveiled at next month's Geneva Motor Show, when prices and Scottish launch dates will be announced.

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Jim McGill