Here is the revised text: In the world of compact minivans, there is now a serious fight for customers. The idea of a car with a high roof, built on a golf-class base, has been adopted by almost all brands. Ford has the C-Max, VW has the Touran, Opel has the Zafira, Toyota has the Corolla Verso. Even Mercedes couldn't resist and released the B-Class. The French are not lagging behind either. Not long ago, we already had a chance to drive the new Citroen Picasso, and now we've gotten to its compatriot — the Scenic Conquest. This car was created for families who can't imagine life without outdoor activities. So how does this, frankly, not-so-fresh minivan plan to win over (conquest in English means just that, "conquest") the attention of young families? What has it done for that? First of all, the Scenic has acquired the now-fashionable "off-road" body kit. But despite the ground clearance growing by 20 mm, this is just decoration. Unlike the previous Megane Scenic 4x4, the Conquest has no all-wheel drive. However, on the rear doors, for some reason, there is a Megane badge. A strange decision, since the Scenic has been living its own life for almost four years. The bumpers here are made of black unpainted plastic. The same material is used for the wheel arch trim, sills, and side moldings. On the front doors, there is an "aluminum-look" plate with the version name. Matching it are the roof rails, door handles, and "skirts" under the bumpers. Inside, there aren't many changes, but they catch the eye thanks to the bright orange color. The car has "orange" seat belts, similar inserts in the headrests, stitching on the seats and gearbox cover, logos on the floor mats, and an unusual pattern on the center console. Seemingly small details, but the interior immediately comes alive. Renault calls the Conquest a "three-in-one" car. They say that in the city it's nimble like a hatchback, spacious as an MPV should be, and looks like an SUV relative thanks to its jeep-like appearance. Let's check that. Let's start with the last point. Of course, it's not an off-roader at all. But the increased ground clearance really allows you to drive onto curbs in the city without fear. And if you do go off-road, you don't have to worry about scratching the bumpers or sills. Moreover, cars for Russia get a reinforced suspension and engine protection. Now about spaciousness. Everything is honest here. With its external dimensions, the Scenic impresses with its interior space. The cabin is designed for five, and everyone will be comfortable. But for this space, you have to pay with a "bus-like" seating position for the driver and front passenger. Even with the seat lowered all the way down, you still have to bend your knees a lot. However, you can get used to it. The place of the central tunnel is occupied by a huge sliding armrest box. I won't nitpick much about ergonomics. The main complaint is about the steering column-mounted switches. They have a very short travel, and the force needed to activate the turn signals or wipers is hard to gauge. And why is there no single-wipe mode for the wipers? But there are rain and light sensors. However, reaching the seat heating buttons is inconvenient: they are hidden in a blind spot between the side of the seat and the door. Rear passengers won't complain about cramped space, even if people up to 185 cm tall sit in front. Each rear passenger has a separate seat. The middle one is, of course, narrower than the side ones, but a person of average build will be fine. If desired, any of the rear seats can be folded or removed entirely. It's easy to do — the seats are light, and even a woman can handle them. The trunk, as is customary in this class, is not small — 430 liters. And if you remove the rear row, the volume becomes simply huge — almost two cubic meters! A true MPV. It remains to check how "nimble like a hatchback" it is. Here's the nuance. In terms of dimensions, the Conquest is not inferior to regular hatchbacks, and in terms of visibility, of course, it surpasses them. But it lacks dynamics. Even the two-liter engine, and even with minimal load, cannot briskly accelerate this minivan. The "short" six-speed manual doesn't help either. The engine roars at high revs, but there's little effect. Constantly revving it to the red zone gets tiring: the effect is much less than the howl of a displeased engine. In such a situation, it would be easier to install an "automatic," but it's not offered for the Conquest. And in my opinion, that's a mistake. After all, the Scenic is a car clearly created for comfortable driving. The suspension also speaks to this: its travel has been increased compared to the standard version. Perhaps on light off-road this will help (though unlikely), and it will increase energy intensity, but on asphalt, handling certainly won't improve. Nevertheless, our hero holds the trajectory confidently, though with noticeable body rolls. And the electric power steering settings prevent precise steering — there's not enough necessary information on the "wheel." Although for a family car, it's generally not bad. There's no "sport" here at all, but the Conquest can still be nimble. In the end, the Renault Scenic Conquest, despite all its off-road accessories, is a purely urban dweller. Its element is carrying family and children, going shopping, and calmly cruising in traffic. On the highway with a full load, it's hard for it to accelerate beyond 140–150 km/h, and overtaking needs to be planned in advance. Off-road is contraindicated for it. I think many will like its cheerful appearance and orange "chips" in the cabin. Moreover, the Conquest costs almost the same as a regular Scenic. **PRICES AND TRIM LEVELS** Russian dealers offer the Renault Scenic Conquest with two engines: 1.6 L (115 hp) and 2.0 L (130 hp). The first works with a 5-speed manual, the second with a 6-speed manual. There is only one trim level. It includes roof rails, folding mirrors in body color, 16-inch Louxor alloy wheels, leather steering wheel and leather gear knob, electric power steering, on-board computer, automatic "handbrake," fog lights, chip card, climate control, rain and light sensors, heated front seats, CD MP3 audio system 4 x 15W, 6 airbags, and emergency braking assistance system AFU. For an extra charge — metallic paint, "hands-free," navigation, and alarm. The price of the Conquest with the 1.6-liter engine is 701,500 rubles, with the 2.0-liter — 784,950 rubles.