Scania Buses & Coaches
Scania Buses & Coaches
Scania Fencer
Developed jointly by Scania and Higer, the Fencer is a modern low-floor single-deck bus designed for urban, suburban and regional passenger services. Offered in approximately 10.8- and 12.2-metre lengths, it combines accessible boarding with flexible seating and standing accommodation. Diesel versions use Scania's seven- and nine-litre engines, with compatibility for renewable HVO fuel, while a fully electric drivetrain is also advertised within the British range. The electric version offers 264kWh or 330kWh batteries and rapid charging, making it suitable for routes with predictable operating schedules. Modern driver assistance, independent front suspension and a spacious passenger interior help the Fencer compete with established British single-deck buses.
Price From: POA / specification dependent
Manufacturer: Scania / Higer
Powertrains: Diesel / Electric
Diesel Engines: 7.0-litre or 9.0-litre Scania Euro VI
Diesel Power: 206–235kW / 280–320hp
Diesel Torque: 1,200–1,600Nm
Diesel Transmission: 6-speed fully automatic
Fuel Options: Diesel and HVO, with biodiesel compatibility on selected engines
Electric Motor: Scania electric drivetrain
Electric Power: 250kW continuous / 300kW peak
Electric Torque: 2,100Nm
Electric Transmission: 2-speed
Electric Battery: 264kWh or 330kWh
Electric Range: Route and operating conditions dependent; no confirmed comparable UK range figure
Charging: Up to 150kW CCS2 DC / 300kW inverted pantograph
Seats: Up to 38 (short diesel body) or 45 (long diesel body) in published layouts; electric layouts vary
Total Passenger Capacity: Additional standing passengers, depending on layout and vehicle approval
Typical Licence: Category D
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Body Lengths: Approximately 10.8m / 12.2m
Width: Approximately 2,550mm
Height: Approximately 3,200mm diesel / 3,300mm electric
Suspension: Independent front suspension
Accessibility: Low-floor passenger accommodation, wheelchair ramp and configurable wheelchair/buggy spaces
Passenger Equipment: Configurable seating, passenger information systems, climate control and USB charging options
Safety Equipment: Emergency braking, blind-spot warnings, vulnerable road-user detection and driver assistance systems
UK Availability: Diesel models established in the British market; electric version advertised by Scania UK, with individual order specifications subject to confirmation
Scania Touring (2026 Generation)
Unveiled in October 2026, the new-generation Touring represents a substantial update to Scania's long-distance coach. Its redesigned exterior introduces improved aerodynamics, distinctive LED lighting and optional digital mirrors, while the modernised interior brings greater passenger comfort and significantly more luggage space. Scania's latest 11- and 13-litre Super diesel engines offer outputs reaching 500hp, with improved efficiency and serviceability compared with older powertrains. Redesigned overhead racks provide around 40% more storage, while underfloor luggage capacity can increase by up to 14.5% in comparable three-axle versions. Available in right-hand-drive configurations, the Touring remains Scania's principal complete coach for British private hire, tourism and longer-distance passenger services.
Price From: POA / specification dependent
Manufacturer: Scania
Powertrain: Diesel
Engines: Scania Super 11.0-litre or 13.0-litre Euro VI diesel
Power: 350–500hp across new-generation Super engines
Torque: Up to 2,650Nm
Transmission: Scania Opticruise automated manual, specification dependent
Fuel Options: Diesel / HVO, with biodiesel compatibility on selected engines
Seats: Up to 67 passengers
Typical Licence: Category D
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
UK-Market Body Lengths: Approximately 10.9m / 13.0m / 13.2m / 13.9m right-hand-drive configurations listed by Scania
Axles: Two or three, depending on body length
Luggage Capacity: Up to 14.5% more underfloor luggage space in comparable three-axle combustion versions than the previous generation
Overhead Storage: Approximately 40% more capacity than the previous generation
Passenger Equipment: Adjustable reclining seats, ambient lighting, individual USB sockets, air conditioning and optional onboard toilet
Driver Equipment: Central digital display, revised dashboard and optional digital rear-view mirrors
Safety Equipment: Advanced emergency braking, lane assistance, blind-spot monitoring and modern driver assistance systems
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible configurations subject to operator specification and approval
UK Availability: New generation unveiled October 2026, with right-hand-drive versions listed; individual delivery schedules to be confirmed
Scania Specialist Coaches – Beulas & MOBIpeople
Alongside its own coaches, Scania supplies heavy-duty chassis to specialist European coachbuilders, with British distributor BASE Coach Sales offering vehicles from Beulas and MOBIpeople. The MOBIpeople Explorer and Premium provide practical options for school transport, private hire and touring, with conventional executive and high-capacity interiors available. Spanish manufacturer Beulas offers a broader selection, ranging from the compact Cygnus to the larger Aura and raised-deck Glory. At the top of the range sits the Jewel, a double-deck coach capable of carrying up to 91 seated passengers. Different Scania engines, chassis lengths and seating arrangements can be specified, while many models offer PSVAR-compliant wheelchair access. These specialist vehicles provide alternatives for operators requiring unusual capacities, generous luggage space or bespoke passenger accommodation.
Price From: POA / chassis and body specification dependent
Chassis Manufacturer: Scania
Body Manufacturers: MOBIpeople (Portugal) / Beulas (Spain)
UK Supplier: BASE Coach Sales
Powertrain: Diesel
Engines: Scania heavy-duty diesel, chassis dependent
Transmission: Scania Opticruise or automatic, individual chassis specification dependent
Fuel Options: Diesel / HVO, subject to engine specification
Typical Licence: Category D
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
MOBIpeople Explorer: 57, 70 or 74 seats; approximately 12.5m long
MOBIpeople Premium: Up to 57 seats in executive layouts or 70–74 in high-capacity configurations; approximately 12.5m long
Beulas Cygnus: 43–57 seats in standard layouts, or up to 74 in high-capacity specification; approximately 10.8–12.7m long
Beulas Aura: 59–67 seats; approximately 13.0–14.4m long
Beulas Glory: 65–74 seats; approximately 13.2–14.6m long
Beulas Jewel: 81–91 seats; approximately 13.2–14.6m long, double-deck body
Maximum Seating Capacity: Up to 91 passengers in the Beulas Jewel
Luggage Capacity: Approximately 8.0–16.5m³ across the body families, depending on specification
Axles: Two or three, depending on body and chassis
Accessibility: PSVAR-compliant specifications and wheelchair accommodation offered across selected models
Passenger Equipment: Configurable reclining seats, climate control, luggage compartments, seatbelts and optional executive or touring equipment
Published UK Price Example: New Scania MOBIpeople Premium, 53-seat executive specification, advertised at £299,500 plus VAT by BASE Coach Sales; individual stock pricing and availability may change
UK Availability: Scania-chassis models offered through BASE Coach Sales, with individual specifications and build slots subject to confirmation
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Important Information
Prices, specifications, dimensions, seating capacities, weights, power outputs and equipment are based primarily on information published by vehicle manufacturers, their official UK representatives and established specialist coachbuilders. Specifications can vary by chassis, body length, drivetrain, configuration, model year and individual vehicle. Where vehicles are constructed by third-party coachbuilders, technical details and equipment may vary substantially between operators.
Prices shown are UK prices where available and are intended as a guide. Where an official UK list price is unavailable, pricing is shown as POA. Published dealer-stock prices are examples for individual vehicles and should not be interpreted as manufacturer list prices or guaranteed availability. Prices may exclude VAT, optional equipment, delivery charges and operator-specific conversions.
Scania manufactures complete buses and coaches alongside supplying chassis to independent coachbuilders. Beulas and MOBIpeople models featured here refer specifically to vehicles offered with Scania chassis through British suppliers. These should not be confused with equivalent bodies constructed on MAN or other manufacturers' chassis. Scania-powered Irizar coaches are covered separately within The New Yardstick's Irizar guide.
Only models advertised through current British manufacturer or distributor channels are included. Individual drivetrains, right-hand-drive specifications, model updates and delivery dates may require confirmation with the supplying company. Appearance on a UK manufacturer website does not guarantee immediate stock or confirmed delivery schedules.
Passenger seating capacities must not be confused with total passenger capacities. City buses can accommodate standing passengers, while wheelchair spaces, luggage facilities, onboard toilets and executive interiors may affect the number of approved passenger seats. Maximum capacities refer to selected configurations rather than every vehicle in the range.
Licence categories shown are a general guide only. Individual driving entitlement can vary according to passenger-seat count, vehicle weight, vehicle length, licence issue date, grandfather rights, Section 19 operation and other exemptions. Passenger-seat counts used for licence purposes exclude the driver. Always check the vehicle's plated specification and your own driving-licence entitlement before driving.
Electric battery capacities, charging rates and energy consumption are manufacturer figures and may vary with vehicle specification. Real-world electric range depends on passenger load, operating speed, temperature, climate control, battery condition and route characteristics. Maximum charging power is not necessarily maintained throughout a charging session.
Specifications are checked against the latest information reasonably available to The New Yardstick at the time of publication or update. Manufacturers, chassis suppliers and coachbuilders may alter specifications, prices or availability without notice.
Image Credits: Vehicle and product photography remains the property of Scania, Higer, Beulas, MOBIpeople, BASE Coach Sales or the respective copyright holder unless otherwise stated. Images are used for editorial and informational purposes.