Could this be the UK’s best-selling MPV? Renault certainly hopes so. Behind the scenes, the French company is hard at work putting the finishing touches to the third-generation Scenic – and, ahead of its debut next year, Auto Express can give you the best look yet at the newcomer.
Based on the Vauxhall VX220, the S Sport has a coupe body (all-new apart from the doors) with a lift-off roof panel, and is powered by a GM-sourced V6 that, fitted with new throttle bodies, develops a claimed 310bhp. Drive goes through a Getrag five-speed transaxle and the car is fitted with new, double-wishbone suspension. Prices for a new V-XS are expected to be in the region of í‚á£40-45K, though it will also be possible to convert your existing VX220.