1.5 dCi Diesel Engines
from £650 to £2,100
Rebuilt units from £650 · Common codes: K9K 656, K9K 657, K9K 836, K9K 837
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1.5 dCi Diesel Engines
from £650 to £2,100
Rebuilt units from £650 · Common codes: K9K 656, K9K 657, K9K 836, K9K 837
1.6-2.0 Petrol Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: K4M 761, K4M 858, F4R 740, F4R 776
1.2 TCe Turbo Petrol Engines
from £1,100 to £2,800
Rebuilt units from £1,100 · Common codes: H5F 408, H5F 412, H5H 470

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Every engine code fitted to the Renault Scenic across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed diesel engine families across Renault Scenic variants.

K9K 656 - 1.5L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£650 - £2,100
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Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Renault Scenic's most common engine issues centre on the 1.5 dCi K9K diesel and 1.2 TCe H5F petrol families, which dominate UK replacement demand. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty. Use the cost...
1.2 TCe Timing Chain Failure
Most affected vehicles
Renault Scenic III/IV 1.2 TCe (2012-2019, H5F 408, H5F 412)
Failure mileage range
60,000-90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Hydraulic tensioner loses pressure allowing chain stretch; metal debris from worn guides accelerates damage.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain Kit | £1,200 - £1,800 | £750 - £1,200 | Replace chain, tensioner, guides before catastrophic failure | Viable only if caught early; prevents major damage |
| Intermediate - Cylinder Head Repair | £2,200 - £3,500 | £1,400 - £2,200 | Repair valve damage from chain jump; replace affected components | Only if block undamaged; high risk of recurrence |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt H5F Engine | £3,800 - £5,200 | £1,100 - £2,800 | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded tensioner, 12-month warranty | Most reliable long-term solution for high-mileage Scenic |
Our recommendation
On a Scenic III/IV worth £2,000-£5,000, a preventative chain kit makes sense if caught early. Once rattling is audible or performance drops, replacement with a rebuilt H5F including the updated tensioner design is the only cost-effective route.
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Every displacement fitted to the Renault Scenic in the UK is listed below with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the correct replacement.
The 1.5L K9K diesel is the backbone of the Scenic range, appearing across Scenic II, III and IV in multiple power outputs. Its compact size and strong torque made it the default choice for UK families, though injector and turbo failures drive significant replacement demand.
Engine Code(s)
K9K 656, K9K 657, K9K 836, K9K 837, K9K 500
Compatible Models (UK)
Expression/Dynamique/Privilege/Signature 1.5 dCi (2003-2022), Grand Scenic variants
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Delphi injector wear, VGT turbo actuator sticking, high-pressure fuel pump degradation
Production Years: Check by registration
Get quotes for Renault Scenic 1.5L diesel engines
Choose your Renault Scenic engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early 1.4 16V petrol to the latest 1.5 dCi Hybrid Assist.
Diesel power dominates the Scenic range across all four generations, with the 1.5L K9K family accounting for the majority of UK replacement enquiries due to its ubiquity and well-documented failure patterns.
Common Renault Scenic Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Diesel power dominates the Scenic range across all four generations, with the 1.5L K9K family accounting for the majority of UK replacement enquiries due to its ubiquity and well-documented failure patterns.
Common Renault Scenic Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Petrol Scenics appeal to lower-mileage and urban drivers, with the simple K4M 1.6L offering affordable replacements while the turbocharged H5F/H5H TCe units require specialist attention for timing chain and oil leak issues.
Common Renault Scenic Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
The 1.5 dCi Hybrid Assist system on Scenic IV adds 48V electric torque assistance for improved low-speed efficiency, though replacement requires specialists familiar with the hybrid belt drive system.
Renault Scenic MHEV Engine Codes
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Important Notes
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This section covers all major engine changes across the Renault Scenic's UK production timeline, organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
K4M761 - 1.6 petrol 110hp (Expression/Dynamique/Privilege)
F9Q732 - 1.9 dCi 102hp (Expression/Dynamique)
F4R740 - 2.0 petrol 140hp (Privilege/RX4)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
K4M 761K4J 814F9Q 732F4R 740