Renault has begun testing of its next-generation Scenic ahead of a planned introduction in 2014. The chassis mule gives little away about the styling of the new Scenic, but Renault previewed its intentions for the new family MPV with the R-Space concept at the 2011 Geneva motor show.

The new Scenic is set to be joined by a Nissan Qashqai-sized SUV as a sister car.

Renault marketing chief Steve Norman has previously confirmed that the firm needs something “a bit more sturdy with genuine off-road capability” in the Scenic range to sit between the Mégane and Laguna, in response to changing market trends.

Thanks to: Autocar