2012 Renault Frendzy New Concept

Renault’s latest concept car has a dual personality. These days, professional and personal lives are so intricately interwoven that drivers find themselves permanently channel-hopping between one world and the other. The role of 2012 Renault Frendzy is to be a partner that takes the strain out of this lifestyle. On the passenger’s side, there’s no glazing and no centre pillar, just one conventional door and one sliding side door which incorporates a 37-inch widescreen display. This is the world of work. The driver’s side, complete with side windows, still no centre pillar, but with centre opening doors represents the world of the family.

New 2012 Renault Frendzy is a vehicle that adapts to the requirements of the business user, with a large external screen that can display useful messages or information (such as “making deliveries” or “back in five minutes”, the battery-charging method or the remaining charge) or advertising messages, either whilst parked or on the move. Come the weekend, the vehicle transforms itself into a family vehicle, with a comfortable passenger seat and, in the rear, a big bench seat. Depending on their mood of the moment, children can watch a film or play games on the touch-sensitive pad which slides out from the back of the driver’s seat. They can even draw on a special slate integrated into the sliding door.

2012 Renault Frendzy

2012 Renault Frendzy

The driver’s side cockpit is designed along the theme of a futuristic ‘work bench’ featuring a structure which appears to be made from molten metal. Green light emanating from the dashboard brings this smooth and organic architecture to life. These lights signify the ‘work’ mode and tie in with the colour displayed on the exterior of the vehicle. Dominant throughout is the sense that the interior forms a cosy cabin which echoes the simple yet practical world of camping, and this is further reflected by extensive use of wood. Indeed, as much a symbol of warmth as it is of strength and timelessness, wood forms a link between the two modes. The leather latticework seats and removable accessories also refer to the camping metaphor.

2012 Renault Frendzy

2012 Renault Frendzy

The chief new feature of 2012 Renault Frendzy as an electric vehicle is the extensive work that has gone into the sounds it produces. This work was carried out in conjunction with IRCAM (Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique / Musique). Electric vehicles are silent, so one of the big challenges facing Renault is customizing the sound they produce for safety reasons, notably at slow speeds.

2012 Renault Frendzy Interior

2012 Renault Frendzy Dasboard

Through accident analysis, Renault Frendzy has developed extensive knowledge on accident mechanisms. We can assess the efficiency (lives saved and injuries avoided) of each safety system and rank the systems to be fitted on our vehicles to optimize their real safety. One of the first accident studies was made on the Dauphine! Since then, safety has always fuelled our technical thinking and we have never stopped innovating. Seatbelt load limiters and anti-submarining systems are Renault inventions.

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2012 Renault Duster Concept and Engine

New 2012 Renault Duster is an antidote to that idea. With a length of 4.31 metres and a width of 1.82 metres, Renault Duster is very compact. Its Megane-size proportions ensure that it is as at home in built-up areas as it is off the beaten track. Renault Duster was designed to cope with all types of road and track, all over the world. In order to meet these wide-ranging needs, Renault Duster will be available in both 4x4 and 4x2 form. The strengthened underside of Renault Duster is suitable for loose-surfaces and all-terrain use thanks to: high ground clearance of 210mm, short overhangs (822mm at the front, 820mm at the rear) and big clearance angles.

2012 Renault Duster

2012 Renault Duster

Renault Duster's occupants will appreciate the high standard of travelling comfort it provides, whatever the type of road or terrain, thanks to its high ride-height (205mm in 4x2 version and 210mm in 4x4 version) and specific work on its suspension (damper travel, springs and calibration). Comfort is further enhanced by Duster's long wheelbase (2.67m) and big 16-inch wheels. Renault Duster can be ordered with a 1.6 16V 105 petrol engine or a dCi 85 diesel engines, both of which have already showcased their qualities under the bonnet of numerous other Renault models. The combined cycle fuel consumption of the 4x2 and 4x4 versions of Renault Duster dCi 85 is just 5.1 and 5.3 litres/100km respectively. The combines cycle fuel consumption of the 4x2 and 4x4 versions of Renault Duster 1.6 16V 105 is 7.5 and 7.9 litres/100km respectively.

2012 Renault Duster

2012 Renault Duster

2012 Renault Duster Interior

2012 Renault Duster benefits from Renault’s acclaimed expertise in the area of safety. On the active safety front, Renault Duster features, depending on versions, Bosch 8.1 ABS, as well as EBV electronic brakeforce distribution and EBA emergency brake assist. On the passive safety front, Renault Duster is fitted, as standard, with two front airbags (depending on market) and three-point seat belts with load limiters for the front seats, to which pyrotechnic pretensioners can be added. Depending on the version, two lateral head/thorax airbags are fitted in addition to the driver and passenger front airbags.

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2013 Renault Espace New Concept

In the 2013 Renault Espace, the roof opens wide, allowing plenty of light into the interior. And inside, the car adjusts to meet your needs. As comfortable as they are practical, the sliding seats with automatic locking offer multiple combinations: each rear passenger can choose the position of their seat. Want to offer more seats to your many passengers? Need space for a large load? No problem you can increase or reduce the number of seats, from two to seven, with complete ease. Day trips, daily trips… The Renault Espace adapts to your lifestyle.

Spacious and bright, the interior of the Renault Espace has the finest materials. On the Dynamique TomTom model for example, you’ll find contoured wrap-around seats, a gloss black finish and a leather steering wheel with four spokes. The upholstery has been improved by treating it with Teflon for reinforced protection of the seats. For the driver, all the controls are within easy reach. The intuitive joystick lets you navigate through the multimedia functions, such as the premium Arkamys car stereo and the new Carminat TomTom Live navigation system. Easy to use, the system offers detailed and accurate maps on a large display (5.8", or 15 cm), speed camera alerts, speed limits, points of interest and easy updates from the TomTom Home application. In addition, by opting for LIVE Services, you’ll benefit from high definition traffic information and mobile speed camera alerts in real time. The integrated system, with a colour screen, also controls the audio and Bluetooth hands-free telephone functions. In the back, children won’t notice time flying by, thanks to the DVD screens that allow them to watch films or to use their games consoles. For easy and enjoyable journeys, the Renault Espace is always connected!

The 2013 Renault Espace offers exceptional safety and performance, and the range of 2.0 dCi engines contributes to real driving pleasure. Available in 150 hp and 175 hp Euro 5 versions with particle filter (FAP), this engine offers exceptional performance and fuel efficiency. Economical, quiet and environmentally friendly, it impresses with its high torque, available over a very wide range, combining flexibility with liveliness. For everyone’s safety, the Renault Espace offers a combination of active and passive safety devices. This high level of protection is illustrated by the 5 star score in the Euro NCAP crash tests.

The Renault Espace now offers LED technology in its headlights. The DRL (Daytime Running Light) system keeps the LEDs permanently lit to guarantee an optimal visual presence for other drivers and pedestrians, by day and by night. The ASR traction control and CSV understeer control ensure the vehicle’s stability, especially in difficult road conditions. The ABS wheel Anti Blocking System, with EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) linked to the Brake Assist, helps to maintain control over direction when braking hard. Two adjustable front airbags. Two head
curtain airbags. Four side thorax airbags front and rear. The rear seating is equipped with Isofix for attaching child seats in safety. The fasteners are easy to access and the system is simple to use.

Renault Espace Performance is whatever the choice of engine (gasoline, CNG or diesel) or transmission, Espace remains the segment benchmark in terms of performance and driving pleasure. The combined cycle CO₂ emissions of the core-range dCi 130 and dCi 150 engines have been cut by 20g/km from 190 to 170g/km, thanks notably to work on combating friction and carefully-selected gear ratios. Espace is 90% recyclable and contains numerous weight-reducing materials, thus cutting fuel consumption. The aluminum doors and hood are some 20 kg lighter than steel equivalents.

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2012 Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic Review

 

The 2012 Renault  Scenic and Grand Scenic comes as standard with traction and stability control. The former can be switched out at low speeds, in case you’re on snow or gravel, where wheelspin might be an advantage. But by the time you’re into second gear it has reapplied itself; it cannot be disengaged at speed. That’s fine by us: we can’t imagine too many situations where a Grand Scenic owner would want to leave it switched out.

The ESP intervenes adeptly at the car’s limit of grip (as opposed to well before). Under braking the Scenic and Grand Scenic can be taken with confidence to the point where its ABS cuts in there’s little dive, stability is strong and fade is not an issue. It turns in without fuss, if with little enthusiasm, and roll rates and overall roll angle are relatively well contained. Renault says there’s some feedback through the steering now, but we didn’t detect a great deal. The cornering line itself, meanwhile, builds with modest grip levels to a point where understeer sets in. This is the point where the ESP intervenes too, and it’s more pleasant to drive just short of where it cuts in, rather than have to wait for it to allow proceedings to continue.

The suspension is not so tight, however, that the 2012 Renault Scenic and 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is immune to the effects of crosswinds, which it is not keen on at all. And if you ask a lot of the chassis the Grand Scenic does what it can, steering far more consistently than many recent Renaults, but there’s still little feedback through the helm and the Grand Scenic finds itself out of its depth more quickly than, say, a Ford S-Max would in the same situation. However, given the lack of finesse to the ride of some Mégane hatchbacks and the Laguna Coupé, we’ll gladly trade the Grand Scenic’s shortcomings in agility for the comfort it affords its occupants.

Although the Renault Scenic had things almost to itself back in 1996, the seven-seat MPV market is now a crowded one, but one in which the Grand Scenic still makes a very competitive case for itself. Its price is keen and equipment levels and option prices are similarly strong; the cost of sat-nav, leather seats and metallic paint, for example, are all at the lower end of the spectrum among its rivals. Residual values will be stronger initially than those of the Vauxhall Zafira but weaker than a Volkswagen Touran’s. Service intervals with this new engine are long, with 18,000 miles/two years between oil filter changes. Carbon dioxide emissions, for a petrol-powered MPV, are also reasonable, if higher than those of the 1.4 TSI Touran.

Renault isn’t alone in thinking that small-capacity, efficient turbocharged engines could make
decent alternatives to larger normally aspirated units. The TCe 130 is a 1.4-litre unit from the same family (jointly developed by Renault and Nissan) as the smaller 1.2-litre engine used in the Twingo. Its 128bhp and 140lb ft are not far off a conventional 1.8-litre engine’s output, while its 39.2mpg economy and 173g/km output are what you might expect from a 1.6. It’s an all-aluminium unit, with continuously variable cam timing and designed for maximum efficiency; the single turbo is a low-inertia unit, the intake ports are designed to maximise the tumbling of fuel in the combustion chamber, while the pistons are cooled by oil jets. The engine uses a timing chain rather than a belt, primarily for acoustic reasons but also for durability.

Fitness for purpose: that’s the mantra that lies behind all of Autocar’s road tests. Does a car, we ask, do the things it is supposed to do? In the Grand Scenic’s case the answer is yes it does them unequivocally and absolutely. The Renault has spaciousness, a perfectly acceptable seating arrangement and the kind of comfort and refinement that buyers in this class will expect. Its interior finish is beyond reproach, too. As with all cars, though, there are things the Grand Scenic could do better. Just because a car is spacious, there is no reason why it should not also be engaging to drive as Ford’s (more expensive) S-Max and the Mazda 5 prove. The task of removing seats can be tiresome and we like to see sliding rear doors on MPVs. Generally, however, these are small foibles. What the Grand Scenic does well, it does very well indeed.

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2013 Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic

Renault does not have the distinction of creating the family hatch-sized MPV market segment,
but its Scenic and, latterly, the 2013 Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic are undoubtedly responsible for popularising it. Cars like the Vauxhall Zafira and Volkswagen Touran owe their existence to the Renault. The original Scenic was a tall hatch with a great deal more practicality than a regular C-segment competitor, and it wasn’t just families that grew to like it. In the UK, initial customer surveys found that just as many empty-nesters as parents with history domiciled offspring were buying it. Since then the Renault Scenic has developed into a more mature MPV, and none more so than in this latest guise. The 2013 Renault Grand Scenic is a sevenseater with two rear chairs that fold into the boot floor and a middle row with seats that slide individually and can be removed. Yet for all their practicality, previous Scenics have failed to deliver on driving appeal something Renault has attempted to rectify this time, aiming to give its seven-seat MPV saloon car dynamics.

As is typical with a new car (although it may well get less so in the coming years), the latest 2013 Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic is bigger than the car it replaces by 62mm in length, 26mm in width and a mere 9mm in height. The wheelbase is up by 34mm too. The altered proportions have allowed Renault to endow the latest Scenic and Grand Scenic with a more dynamic visual profile than before. The gently sloping roofline towards the rear, with a rising beltline towards the tail-lights, give the car a more aerodynamic appearance than its predecessor, albeit one that’s slightly at odds with the staid, bug-eyed nose where the Scenic’s visual links to the Mégane are mostly found.

As with all previous Scenics, the latest Renault Grand Scenic is based on the Mégane hatchback. Specifically, it uses the same platform, engines and suspension, so the Grand Scenic has a torsion beam rear axle, with MacPherson struts at the front, attached to what Renault calls a horned subframe. In essence it means a front structure that is more rigidly located than in the previous car, to increase the suspension’s consistency and, more significantly, improve steering precision – something modern, electrically power-assisted Renaults particularly lack.

The engine line-up is seven strong, with three petrol units and four diesels, whose sizes stem from 1.4 to 2.0 litres and whose power outputs range from 105 to 158bhp. The engine in our test Grand Scenic is, as a result of downsizing, the smallest in the range yet has one of the highest power outputs. The all-aluminium, 1.4 litre four-pot unit utilises a single turbocharger to produce its 128bhp at 5500rpm, plus a creditable 140lb ft of torque at just 2250rpm, while returning a claimed 39.2mpg on the combined fuel cycle. It is, as with all Grand Scenics apart from the CVT-only 2.0-litre petrol, mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.

Here we’re in the realm of the Grand Scenic’s raison d’etre, and if there’s one thing that will strike you if you’ve ever been inside the previous-generation car, it’s how well constructed this new model feels. In design it’s partly inspired by the latest Mégane. The air vents, stereo and climate controls occupy the same positions as in the hatch, but materials differ in places and feel of a higher quality in the Renault Grand Scenic. The instrument binnacle is, as is common on MPVs, installed atop the dash’s centre rather than behind the steering wheel, and it works extremely well. The major dials speedo, rev counter, fuel gauge and so on are all sited on a digital screen that has an excellent graphical quality. Slightly less convincing is the adjacent screen for the optional satellite navigation system, although it’s by no means poor and, developed by Carminat Tom Tom, it is both relatively easy to use and, at £450, unusually reasonably priced. Its controls nestle on the centre console, and if you want that to slide (which, to unleash the Grand Scenic’s full versatility, you will), you have to part with an extra £250.

The front seats are comfortable, as is the widely adjustable driving position, and the centre and rear rows are as spacious as one can reasonably expect within the confines of this car’s size. With all seven seats in place, boot space is limited to 208 litres, but there’s a neat storage cubby just inside the boot opening to stow the luggage cover when it’s not in use. With the two rearmost seats folded (they stow separately) you get a rather more useful boot volume, and with the three centre seats removed the load area is a full two metres long and the volume a whopping 2063 litres, turning the Grand Scenic into a small van in all but name.

The claim for this engine goes: “The power of a 1.8 and torque of a 2.0-litre, with the economy of a 1.6.” And in reality it’s not far off the mark. Inevitably, full of fuel, our well equipped test Grand Scenic weighed more than the claimed 1430kg kerb weight. Quite a lot more at 1575kg. So this is not a brisk car. However, given its weight, the 11.0sec it takes to complete the 0-60mph sprint is reasonable, while in-gear performance is acceptable. What is pleasing is that, because of the nature of the turbocharged power delivery, it’s as strong at low to medium revs (where it’s most likely to be used) as it is further up the rev range. Better than the headline figures, however, is the smooth, refined and quiet nature of this engine’s power delivery. At idle its recorded 38dB is not a great deal louder than the ambient noise level. The engine remains impressively quiet once on the move, too. The six-speed manual gearbox is notchier than we’d like, but the control weights of the clutch and throttle are good.

And as for that claimed economy? We saw 36.4mpg on our standard touring route a figure which an equivalent diesel-engined Grand Scenic would undoubtedly monster. In more general driving the 1.4 TCe engine consumed fuel at a rate of 28.4mpg overall. Again, you’d see more from a diesel, but that’s not Renault’s claim; it reckons the 1.4 TCe’s economy is more akin to that of a lower-powered, normally aspirated 1.6. And, in fairness, it is. Some cars seamlessly blend the two dynamic elements implied by this section’s headline, gliding effortlessly across bumps and rough surfaces yet retaining an impressive composure when asked to pitch into a corner at speed. The Grand Scenic is not one of those cars.

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2013 Renault Modus and Grand Modus Review

Welcoming and bright, every passenger in 2013 Renault Modus and 2013 Renault Grand Modus will be comfortable in the spacious interior. Belongings can be stored within easy reach in the many innovative storage areas. Completely adaptable, the 2013 Renault Grand Modus has a longer wheelbase with a generously sized boot and a sliding rear seat, with 1/3-2/3 folding. When fully folded, the volume available increases to 1454 litres. Agile and easy to park, the Modus is a real city car. Its easy manoeuvrability, high driving position and large windows allow you to navigate your way through town effortlessly. The Renault Modus and Grand Modus also has a lower environmental impact: with low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, and use of recycled and renewable materials, Modus can boast the eco2 label on three of their four engines.

The 2013 Renault Modus was the fi rst vehicle of its category to receive 5 stars in the EuroNCAP test (August 2004), while the Grand Modus enjoys the same benefi ts and equipment in terms of safety. They light automatically (below 40mph) when taking a corner and provide a widened fi eld of vision for the driver. With three fi xing points for the rear side seats, this system allows a secure installation of child seats (Duo Plus frame for children from 12 months to 6 years old available as an accessory). Adjustable dynamic ESC (Electronic Stability Control) driving control with ASR traction control and CSV understeer control. This restores the vehicles trajectory when swerving and/or in low grip conditions. With a dashboard warning light, this function allows you to safely fi t a child seat in the front passenger seat.

Keep rear passengers cool, and keep the kids under control with the child minder mirror! Allows exceptional brightness.Sunshades are available to cover the entire roof surface. The push button and anti-trap controls ensure complete safety. Keep all passengers cool in hot weather (availability depends on version). Making parking manoeuvres easier: the parking sensors alert you to any obstacles in behind your vehicle with a sequence of beeps that get faster as you approach the object. Allows you to select a constant speed or set a maximum speed for ease of driving. The sliding seat* allows more boot space (in the seat forward position) or passenger space in the back (in the seat backward position). The rear seatback easily folds into 2/3 - 1/3 to store long or bulky items. The rear seat can be effortlessly folded into a fl at position* to create a storage space with a fl at fl oor and a volume of 1454 litres (in Grand Modus).

2013 Renault Modus and 2013 Grand Modus with vehicles, weight is a top priority because it is the main criterion impacting emissions. Reducing vehicle weight by 10 kg cuts CO2 emissions by 1 g/km. Renault’s vehicles lose weight every year thanks to the use of new and more environment- friendly materials. Even though it is 10 cm longer, the latest Mégane has lost eight kilos and features more equipment. And even more spectacularly, Laguna Diesel 110 hp shed a full 65 kg, while passenger comfort has been further improved.

2013 Renault Modus with engines, our teams have mastered the art of downsizing. The goal is to develop engines with a smaller cubic capacity that are just as powerful, thanks to a more efficient turbocharger. The result is a range of powerful and fuel-efficient engines that are accessible to all. With this family of new-generation engines, Renault is making a big step forward in its downsizing strategy. These engines will introduce the latest CO2 technologies, positioning Renault as a leader in carbon-efficient and frugal vehicles that remain a pleasure to drive. The first engine in this family will be the Energy dCi 130, launched in May 2011 on Scénic and Grand Scénic. It has all the performance of its predecessor, developing 96 kW (130 hp), and more torque (320 Nm) over a broader operating range. It will be the most efficient 1.6 diesel engine on the market.

The technologies used Stop and Start and energy recovery during braking and decelerating, plus variable swirl, thermo-management and a variable capacity oil pump will reduce the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of our models by 20%. Scénic and Grand Scénic will be the first minivans/MPVs in their category to go under the 120 g/km CO2 mark with fuel consumption of 4.5 l/100 km, down one liter. The Energy dCi 130 engine will be produced at the Cléon site, renowned for its expertise in high-tech diesel engines, such as the M9R and V9X.

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2013 Renault ZOE Amazing

Driving 2013 Renault ZOE is a unique experience which gives new meaning to the term ‘driving pleasure’. The synchronous electric motor with rotor coil has a power output of 65kW and instantly delivers maximum torque of 220Nm. Acceleration and pull-away are responsive from low speeds. Driving is more relaxing thanks to the silent ride and smooth, gearshift-free acceleration.

For stress-free driving in built-up areas, 2013 Renault ZOE is fitted with ‘Z.E. Voice’, an alarm which warns pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching. ‘Z.E. Voice’ can be heard from 1 to 30kph and was the subject of special design work to create a bespoke sound identity for Renault ZOE. The driver can choose between three different sounds, while it is possible to turn off the warning system by simply pressing a button. Programmable pre-conditioning heats or cools ZOE’s cabin when the vehicle is charging. When the driver gets into the car, the cabin is just the right temperature and the energy used for the thermal comfort system is not drawn from the battery. An activated charcoal cabin air filter traps most bad smells and pollutants. It also filters substances just a few microns in size, such as pollen and soot.

The choice of colours and materials for the ‘Zen’ version recalls purity and wellbeing: white, blue and chrome, plus a soft-feel dashboard. Renault ZOE Zen is fitted with ‘Take Care by Renault’ equipment as standard. Launched with Renault Latitude, the ‘Take Care’ signature is a guarantee of premium features dedicated to occupant wellbeing and travelling comfort. In addition to the pre-conditioning function and active charcoal cabin filter, it includes:

- A relaxing or stimulating scent diffuser. The effectiveness of the scents has been proven by a study conducted by the German institute Psyrecon

- A dual-mode purifying and relaxing air ioniser: the purifying function eliminates the bacteria found in the cabin air. The relaxing function generates negative ions to produce a balance with the positive ions, which are present in high concentrations in a confined space such as a car’s interior.

- A toxicity sensor: this system detects excessive pollution levels and automatically switches on the air recycling mode in the cabin.

- Teflon upholstery protection, for easier cleaning: this invisible, odourless treatment is both waterproof and stain-proof.

Like all electric vehicles, ZOE emits no CO2, NOx, CO or fine particles. It also signals the disappearance of unpleasant smells and ‘engine’ noise during road use. Well-to-wheel CO2 emissions depend on the energy-generation mix of each country. Emissions total 62 g / km of CO2 in Europe, versus 89 g / km for the new Toyota Prius. They are even lower in France at just 12 g / km of CO2.

2013 Renault ZOE world premiere features:

1. The first mass-market electric vehicle to be homologated with an NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) range of 210 km.

2. The first vehicle equipped with Range OptimiZEr that improves the real-world range, depending on driving conditions.

3. The first electric vehicle capable of being charged at any level of power in between 30 minutes and nine hours thanks to the Chameleon charger.

4. The first Renault vehicle to be presented with Renault R-Link, a multimedia system featuring a seven-inch touch screen tablet, navigation and connected services.

5. The first electric vehicle to enable the massive roll-out of fast charging stations, which are easier and up to four times cheaper for local governments.

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2012 Renault Zoe special Review

ZOE is Renault’s solution to Zero Emission mobility for all. In addition to being a first class choice for everyday use and readily affordable, ZOE is Renault’s first pure-electric car to be designed from the ground up. Renault ZOE is packed with the latest technology and boasts several world premieres geared to enhancing user-friendliness, range and connectivity. For the first time, the conditions necessary for the widespread roll-out of electric vehicles are well and truly in place. Unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, Renault ZOE will go on sale in Europe this autumn. Its launch marks the beginning of a new era: an era of electric vehicles for all.

“ZOE will be the spearhead of the Renault Z.E. range and the version on show at Geneva represents the model‟s final design. In addition to its compact size, attractive styling and affordable price tag, it showcases Renault‟s technological excellence when it comes to electric vehicles. Renault ZOE also heralds the beginning of a new era of electric mobility for all and confirms our commitment to electric vehicles. It marks an important step for Renault which has a 110-year history of making major innovations a concrete reality for ordinary motorists.”

Renault ZOE final design is being world-premiered at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Designed as a pure-electric car from the ground up, ZOE is a compact hatchback with sleek, fluid lines. Its agile, dynamic looks express driving enjoyment, while its signature headlights feature LEDs that permanently light up recesses situated either side of the front air intake. Like Twingo and Twizy, ZOE features the Renault brand’s new design identity.

Exterior
“We wanted ZOE‟s design to embody both a sense of breakthrough technology and core automotive styling cues. The car‟s ecofriendly dimension is expressed in its pure lines which appear to flow along the bodywork. Its contemporary proportions combined with sculpted volumes make ZOE a reassuring and captivating car.”

Interior design
“ZOE‟s interior design reflects its modern, „eco‟ character, with a bright colour scheme evocative of purity, plus the latest interactive technology in the form of the Renault RLink tablet. The dashboard moulding has been designed to resemble the blade of a wind turbine.”

The MICHELIN EnergyTM E-V tyre is a Michelin innovation co-developed with Renault as a world premiere for ZOE. The tyre features enhanced energy efficiency to maximise vehicle range. Its rubber compound, tread design and sidewalls have been engineered to withstand ZOE’s high torque and address the specific demands of electric vehicles, yet it still delivers the same safety and handling performance as all other Michelin tyres. Available in 15- and 16-inch versions, this tyre is fitted to all ZOE models as original equipment.

2012 Renault ZOE is the only electric vehicle to feature the Chameleon charger. Patented by Renault, this charger is compatible with all power levels up to 43kW. Charging batteries at a charging station can take between 30 minutes and nine hours. For example, Renault ZOE can be charged in an hour at 22kW. This intermediate power level extends battery life and puts less pressure on the power grid than the fast-charging of batteries at 43kW.

ZOE is the first Renault vehicle to be presented with Renault R-Link, Renault’s brandnew integrated, connected multimedia system. To enable drivers to control its functions without taking their eyes off the road, R-Link features a large seven-inch display, steering wheel-mounted controls and speech recognition. R-Link also includes a host of new functions dedicated to electric motoring and range management: histogram of energy consumption, display of energy flows and preprogramming of battery charging. The navigation system offers bespoke services such as a display of the vehicle’s operating radius based on the range remaining in the battery, suggestions for the most energy-efficient itineraries and the location of nearby battery charging stations (depending on country), as well as their real-time availability. R-Link also lets drivers view their eco-driving performance and improve their technique with ‘eco-scoring’ and tips (general and personalised).

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2013 Renault Duster Strong Worlds

The 2013 Renault Duster was designed to be as versatile as possible and to provide the driver and occupants with the same reassuring ride when it is driven in and about town, on trunk roads and motorways, or when taken off-road. Renault Duster also boasts a spacious, comfortable interior and a high standard of safety. Despite its compact footprint, Renault Duster is a very spacious car, with five people able to travel in total comfort. Rear passenger headroom (seat cushion to roof) is 895mm, kneeroom is 183mm and elbow room amounts to 1,438mm, enabling it to comfortably seat three adults at the rear, where there is also ample space to fit child seats.


Renault Duster's front and rear passengers benefit from the same amount of space as they do
onboard Renault Logan. Depending on version, 2013 Renault Duster benefits from up to 475dm³ VDA of boot space, which is also very competitive. The practical, modular interior includes a folding rear benchseat, with a 60/40-split function available on certain versions. With the rear benchseat fully folded, carrying capacity is extended to up to 1,636dm³ VDA (depending on version).


Renault Duster's occupants will appreciate the high standard of travelling comfort it provides,
whatever the type of road or terrain, thanks to its high ride-height (205mm in 4x2 version and 210mm in 4x’ version) and specific work on its suspension (damper travel, springs and calibration).

Comfort is further enhanced by Renault Duster long wheelbase (2.67m) and big 16-inch wheels. Drivers enjoy a reassuring, high-up seating position which gives them better visibility of potential hazard situations, while most versions are equipped with safe, precise power steering that delivers a good standard of driving pleasure. Depending on version, the driver's seat comes with height adjustability to help find the ideal position. Drivers are also pampered by the height-adjustable steering wheel (depending on version) and user-friendly steering wheel-mounted controls. Thermal comfort has been engineered to meet the challenge of the world's most punishing climates. Particular care has been taken with the routing of ducts to ensure fast warm-up after starting in both extreme heat and extreme cold.


2013 Renault Duster benefits from Renault’s acclaimed expertise in the area of safety. On the active safety front, Renault Duster features, depending on versions, Bosch 8.1 ABS, as well as EBV electronic brakeforce distribution and EBA emergency brake assist. On the passive safety front, Renault Duster is fitted, as standard, with two front airbags (depending on market) and three-point seat belts with load limiters for the front seats, to which pyrotechnic pretensioners can be added. Depending on the version, two lateral head/thorax airbags are fitted in addition to the driver and passenger front airbags.


The 4x2 and 4x4 versions of Renault Duster can be ordered with either the dCi 85 diesel engine or the 1.6 16V 105 petrol engine, both of which have already proven themselves under the bonnet of numerous other models produced by the Renault group. The two engines deliver the low running costs, strength and easy maintenance our customers seek.

- dCi 85 diesel engine: the combined cycle fuel consumption of the 4x2 version of Renault Duster dCi 85 is a low 5.1 litres/100km, equivalent to just 135g of CO2/km. With 4x4 transmission, Renault Duster dCi 85 represents a particularly attractive ecological and economical package for an off-road vehicle, with combined cycle fuel consumption of 5.3 litres/100km and CO2 emissions of 140g/km.

The 1.5 dCi block develops maximum power of 63kW (85hp) at 4,000rpm and is equipped with
second-generation direct common-rail fuel injection to ensure that only the minimum amount of fuel is injected into the cylinders for optimized fuel consumption. Ninety per cent of Renault Duster dCi 85 4x2's peak torque (200Nm at 1,900rpm) is available from as low as 1,500rpm.

- 1.6 16V 105 petrol engine: the power output of Renault Duster's 1.6 16V 105 engine is 75kW
(102hp) at 5,750rpm, while maximum torque stands at 145Nm at 3,750rpm. The combined cycle
fuel consumption of Renault Duster 1.6 16V 105 is 7.5 litres/100km in the case of the 4x2 version,
and 7.9 litres/100km with 4x4 transmission.

Duster is a vehicle with global ambitions, both in terms of its markets and production. Renault
Duster is being rolled out progressively in different global regions in the same way as Logan and
Sandero. Since April 2010, Duster has been launched with Dacia badging in Europe, Turkey and the Maghreb region (Algeria, Morocco.) It completes the Dacia range, which is enjoying growth in the majority of these markets. Apart from the three vehicles aimed at the private sector namely Logan, Logan MCV and Sandero Dacia has also staked its claim in the light-commercial sector with Logan van and Logan pick-up. From June 2010, Duster badged as a Renault will also be available in Ukraine, the Middle East (Jordan, Syria, Lebanon and Egypt) and other African countries.

The Pitesti factory (Romania) supplies all these markets, whether Renault- or Dacia-badged. The
Romanian plant has an annual production capacity of 350,000 vehicles and will continue to
produce Dacia’s other models. In 2011, Renault Duster will be launched in Brazil, Russia and the Gulf states. It will be built alongside Logan, Sandero and Sandero Stepway in Curitiba, Brazil, for distribution in Brazil, Argentina, Mexico and Chile. Duster will later be manufactured at the Avtoframos plant in Moscow, Russia and at the Sofasa plant in Envigado (Colombia). It will be distributed in the Gulf States, supplied from the Pitesti factory.

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2013 Renault Duster 4WD Review

The 2013 Renault Duster, a strong and reliable 4x4 with genuine off-road ability, will be on display at the Cairo Motor Show, Egypt, in June. Renault Duster is a particularly versatile vehicle which combines a spacious interior with saloon-car comfort, while its compact footprint and high ground clearance ensure that it is as at home in and about town as it is on country roads or off the beaten track.

Today’s all-terrain vehicles are often synonymous with bulk, but 2013 Renault Duster is an antidote to that idea. With a length of 4.31 metres and a width of 1.82 metres, Renault Duster is very compact. Its Megane-size proportions ensure that it is as at home in built-up areas as it is off the beaten track. While it clearly belongs to the world of all-terrain vehicles, Renault Duster’s lines are not ostentatious. Renault Duster is unmistakably a 4x4. From the front, it exudes an impression of toughness: the wide wheelarches, the imposing lines of the chrome grille and the sump guard clearly emphasise the 4x4 DNA of Renault Duster. Seen from the side, the high ground clearance, clearly defined wheelarches and protective mouldings encourage the driver to tackle even the toughest roads and tracks.

With the Look Pack, owners of 2013 Duster can enhance the vehicle’s good looks. This pack
includes 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels, roof bars, extra-tinted rear glass, and satin-finish chrome exterior mirrors, front and rear skid plates, and sills. A comprehensive range of accessories (including wing extenders, broad side protectors for doors, lateral bars…) will complete this unique look. Inside, the dashboard is modern, uncluttered and functional. Its design varies according to version, and several areas can be modified with different colours or surface finishes. Renault Duster introduces a new Brown trim, while a Leather Pack (seats, steering wheel, gear lever knob) is also available. Particular attention has been paid to its ergonomics to ensure that the controls are conveniently positioned and that driving data is easy to read: the well-placed, intuitive 4x4 control button is a perfect example of this.


Renault Duster was designed to cope with all types of road and track, all over the world. In order to meet these wide-ranging needs, Renault Duster will be available in both 4x4 and 4x2 form. The 4x2 version has been designed for customers who want good ground clearance and a reassuring elevated driving position, as well as loose-surface ability, but who don't have a real need for allwheel drive. The strengthened underside of Renault Duster is suitable for loose-surfaces and all-terrain use thanks to:

- high ground clearance of 210mm,

- short overhangs (822mm at the front, 820mm at the rear),

- big clearance angles (30 degrees for approach angle; 23 degrees for ramp breakover angle 36 degrees for departure angle).

Renault Duster is a vehicle that is easy to use. It is lightweight for its size: 1,160kg for the 4x2
version and 1,250kg for the 4x4 version1. Combined with compact dimensions, this ensures Renault Duster is particularly agile.

Renault Duster is built on the B0/Logan platform which is widely acclaimed for its strength,
reliability and durability. At the front, the pseudo MacPherson-type suspension with wishbones is identical to the layout employed by Logan and Sandero, although strengthened for off-road use. At the rear, the 4x4 version's rear multi-arm arrangement was specifically developed for Renault Duster, while the programmed-deflection flexible H-beam favoured for the 4x2 versions is strong and permits a large boot, which is a key consideration for our customers. Both solutions deliver a comfortable ride and allow high ground clearance. To confirm Renault Duster's strength and reliability, Renault Duster covered the equivalent of four million kilometres in a wide range of climates and in particularly punishing conditions.

Renault Duster 4x4 is equipped with a new six-speed gearbox with a short first ratio
(5.79kph per 1,000 rpm) which allows the vehicle to travel at very slow speed on uneven terrain,
and improves performance as you pull away from standstill with heavy loads or on steep slopes.
This simple, efficient and economical solution was favoured in order to meet the needs of Renault Duster customers. The TL8 gearbox offers:

- optimized output thanks to a single gearbox and module architecture which limits the number of
gears engaged, and thanks to the use of a low-viscosity lubricant;

- compactness: gearbox and gearshift module are positioned alongside each other with a view to
freeing up cabin space and keeping interior roominess.

- controlled mass: on the TL8 gearbox, the short first gear, instead of a transfer box, optimizes the
number of gears engaged (and thus the mass) for a maximum level of performance;

- a solution to keep the cost down : the TL8 gearbox is derived from the TL4 gearbox which is a
high production volume organ within the Renault-Nissan Alliance.

The 4x4 control located on the lower part of the centre console allows drivers of Renault Duster
4x4 to easily adapt the vehicle’s configuration to their needs. This control permits three modes:

- In AUTO mode, the front/rear torque split is calculated automatically as a function of available
grip. This mode has been developed to provide the best compromise between road holding and
traction, no matter what the level of grip may be. In normal conditions, the torque is transmitted
through the front wheels only. If traction is lost, or when grip is at a premium, some of the torque is transferred to the rear wheels. This split is performed by an electromagnetic torque converter
supplied by Nissan.

- In LOCK mode, the driver electronically locks the transmission in 4x4 mode. In this mode, throttle control and braking are also adapted for 4x4 use. This mode is recommended when grip is low (snow, mud, dirt, sand) and at low speed.

- In 2WD mode, the transmission is locked into two-wheel drive. This mode is suited to driving on good roads and reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.


Technologie Romania (RTR) and Le Losange (new name of Renault’s Technocentre site near Versailles) in France. The design process began at Le Losange, but Renault Technologie Romania engineering resources were devoted to the Duster project from the beginning. Le Losange and Renault Technologie Romania collaborated closely to make the vehicle production-ready. From the stage of the second fleet of prototypes (roughly one year before the launch of Duster), the nerve centre of the project moved to Romania to be closer to the factory. Vehicle design was conducted at Le Losange, in cooperation with Renault Design Central Europe (RDCE, the satellite design facility in Bucharest).

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2012 Renault Twingo Purple Review

The 2012 Renault Twingo with its cheeky, knowing looks and brimful of personality, the new Renault Twingo radiates an infectious joie de vivre. Take in that dramatic front end… the round fog lights set high on the grille…seductive rounded lines, and a huge range of shades…new Twingo raises the bar to a life full of colour. Fetchingly feminine or spot-on sporting? It’s your call with the new Twingo. Get carried away with more customisable options than ever like a collection of 15 special roof and side decal graphics and a range of painted alloy wheels. You can personalise down to the last little detail, mixing and matching colours of wing mirrors and side strips, choosing contrasting or complementary, as the mood takes you. Want to open up real inner happiness? Go for panoramic electric sunroofs in glass or fabric. Above all, let yourself go because it’s just got to be your Twingo.

Four seats and luggage too? Too right. But that’s not all. Compact it may be on the outside, but inside, Renault Twingo is the very model of modular layouts. Independent sliding rear seats let you adjust interior space with impeccable ease. Easy to live with, new Twingo comfortably takes two adults in the back. And as for the boot it can go from 230 to 959 m3 in an instant. Add in carefully designed storage spaces to go with this generous capacity, and you’re ready to run, anywhere. Practical and oh-so-smart, Twingo cleverly adapts to suit your needs, your ambitions, and whatever you want from your life.

City living’s so much more pleasure than pain in a Twingo. Lively, responsive and agile, it simply slips through the streets. Thanks to its tight turning circle and compact size, parking’s never been easier (once you find a space!). Streetwise? Naturally. That’s why it’s best in class for security and safety, too. So, you have peace of mind on the journey, with standard features like front and side airbags, cruise control for the longer run, and speed limiter for your town journeys. Which is how new Twingo manages to give you not only the freedom of the city, but the open road as well.

Stimulating, economical and eco-friendly, new Renault Twingo is full of a life lived in safe surroundings, cleverly combining energy with versatility, comfort with performance. The 1.2 16V engine offers excellent performance and economy, and is exempt from Vehicle Exise Duty in the first year (£30 a year from year two) a great reason for looking forward and going out to explore new adventures on the road.

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2012 Renault Laguna Review

The new 2012 Renault Laguna from its muscular bodywork to its streamlined headlights, the first time you catch sight of the Laguna is just a taster of the feeling you’ll get when you drive
it. Its 2.0 dCi engine, the most powerful in its class, confirms this first impression. The engine’s power, both supple and seamless, sets the tone from the moment you drive off. Acceleration is lively, controlled by the 6-speed manual or auto-adaptive automatic gearbox. Agile and responsive, the Renault Laguna is at one with the road. And you’re at one with the Laguna.

2012 Renault Laguna with its 4-wheel steering, the 4 Control chassis gives you a unique
sense of precision, responsiveness and handling. The 4Control system acts on the steering angle of the rear wheels relative to your speed. Below 37 mph the rear wheels point in the opposite direction to those at the front. So, the turning circle is reduced, meaning easier manoeuvring, and improved handling on winding roads. Above 37 mph the rear wheels point in the same direction as the front wheels. When cornering, this means the rear tyres are perfectly aligned for the direction in which you’re turning, and steering wheel movement is decreased.

This makes Laguna highly stable when driving round bends. For maximum safety, the 4Control computer is also linked to the ESC and ABS electronic systems. Because it can recognise emergency situations immediately, it adjusts the steering angle for the rear wheels instantaneously, so you can safely make quick avoidance manoeuvres.

Developed jointly by the Renault and Renault sport technology teams, the 4Control 4-wheel steering chassis is based on electronic control of the vehicle’s stability. The steering wheel angle and vehicle speed are communicated to the 4Control computer by the ESP/ABS unit. The rate of steering wheel movement is also taken into consideration, to detect sporty driving situations or avoidance manoeuvres immediately. Depending on these parameters, the 4Control computer controls steering of the rear wheels using an electric actuator positioned on the rear axle. Accurate, consistent real-time modelling and monitoring of the vehicle’s stability and handling means that it thinks for you, and gives directional control in an instant.

On board the Renault Laguna, technology, pleasure and comfort combine. Door opening and the ignition are controlled by a hands-free card. You approach, and the doors open...You step out, and they lock! The handbrake also switches on and off automatically. The joystick allows you to control the TomTom Carminat navigation system intuitively. A Renault exclusive, this feature is particularly simple to use and offers a whole raft of functions: detailed and accurate maps on a large display (14cm), speed camera warnings*, speed limits, points of interest and easy updating using the TomTom Home application. In addition, by choosing the Live Services, you will benefit from high definition traffic information and mobile speed camera alerts* in real time.

For music lovers, Renault and BOSE have collaborated to develop an audio system specifically adapted to the Laguna. All the acoustic components of the interior, including the size of the vehicle, compared to the angle of the windshield, have been considered. This exclusive audio system is adapted to the particular acoustics of the Laguna, in order to deliver a rich and balanced sound.

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2012 Renault Clio Sport Tourer

The 2012 Renault Clio Sport Tourer is sized to meet the demands of customers looking for a compact vehicle that allies personality, practicality, and lots of luggage space. This “supermini estate” has one of the largest luggage areas in its class at 439dm3 (VDA)1, a gain of more than 50% over Clio III hatchback (151 dm3). The intuitive asymmetrical split-fold rear bench frees up enough space to yield boot capacity of 1,277dm3 (VDA)2 and a loading length of 1,450mm. The floorpan can be removed to create a totally flat, protrusion-free surface with a low loading height, which makes the boot easily accessible. At one metre in width between the rear lamps, the boot can easily accommodate all sorts of luggage and objects.

Like the rest of the Clio III family, 2012 Clio Sport Tourer draws on Renault's expertise in travelling comfort. The Clio III family’s outstanding spaciousness is again a feature of Sport Tourer, particularly at the rear, where it sets a standard in segment B. The warm and welcoming interior, meanwhile, provides great travelling pleasure. The sensation of space and light is further emphasised by a panoramic electric sunroof 1.29m long and 0.86m wide. The sunroof has an antipinch function and is operated by a rotary one-touch control.

2012 Renault Clio Sport Tourer with a length of 4.2m, the same 2,575-mm wheel base as regular Clio, a carefully proportioned 822-mm rear overhang, and a raked rear hatch, this estate car iteration of Clio exudes dynamic performance and driving pleasure. The feisty, powerful, status-enhancing front end is faithful to the Clio III family spirit. The rear lines are integrated into a harmonious, attractive whole. The bumper is designed to ensure perfect ease of access to a boot which is among the most spacious in segment B. The refined styling of the rear screen, the angled hatch complete with spoiler, and the bespoke roof bars firmly single Clio Sport Tourer out as a car built for the pursuit of leisure. The elongated glazed area of the quarterlight and the clean, flowing lines of the roof pillars produce a dynamic profile.

Built on the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s common platform B, the Clio III family are sound road holders and boast acclaimed handling qualities. Clio Sport Tourer comes with a choice of four petrol (75 and 80hp 1.2 16v, 100hp TCE, 110hp 1.6 16v) and three diesel engines (70hp, 85hp and 105hp 1.5 dCi) and offers a peerless trade-off between driving pleasure, performance, and fuel consumption. Loyal to the Clio III family tradition, it stands out for its acoustic performance and standards of comfort worthy of a higher segment. This new Clio model is both economical and ecological, thanks to powertrain packages like the 1.2 16v, 100hp TCE, and 1.5 dCi, which all meet the requirements of the Renault eco2 label. Equipped with Renault’s third-generation System for Restraint and Protection (SRP3), Clio Sport Tourer enjoys the full benefit of Renault’s safety expertise and affords all occupants optimum protection.

Designed and built on Renault-Nissan’s platform B, which also underpins Clio III and Modus, it will be manufactured in Renault’s Oyak plant in Turkey, which also produces Clio III, Mégane saloon and Clio II saloon. Some €40 million were invested in the plant to produce Clio Sport Tourer. It is now one of the most quality- and cost-efficient facilities in the Renault group and has been certified compliant with ISO 14001 since 1999.

2012 Renault Clio Sport Tourer PRICES MSRP:      £13,225
Expression+                   £13,225
Dynamique TomTom   £14,225
GT Line TomTom         £15,225

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2012 Renault Megane Coupe and Cabriolet High Performance

The dynamic and refined style of the new 2012 Renault Megane exterior lines extend to its interior. This is a true sporting sedan with the added benefit of generous space and comfort in the rear thanks to the extended wheelbase. The climate control ensures that the interior temperature is always exactly how you like it, while advanced soundproofing makes the cabin one of the quietest in its class.

When it comes to engines and transmissions the 2012 Renault Megane Coupe offers a range of solutions. The familiarity of petrol or the innovation of diesel? Aa sporty 6-speed manual transmission or optional silky smooth automatic transmission? The choice is yours. 2.0 16V petrol engine with a torque of 191Nnm at 3,750 rpm and a generous 98kWw at 5500 rpm of power thanks to the variable intake control, the 2.0  litre 16 valve petrol engine offers high levels of performance and driving pleasure. 1.9 dci renault diesel tecnology The new turbo-charged 1.9 litre dci engine captures the Renault driving experience. Powerful, yet smooth, quiet and remarkably economical, while the low emissions also help to protect the environment. This engine produces up to 300Nm of torque, delivering exceptional flexibility and versatility.

2012 Renault Mégane

The 2012 Renault Megane acts on 3 levels to provide an exceptional level of safety for the driver and passengers. Prevention: Ffeatures such as cruise control (with speed limiter), satellite audio controls, automatic headlights and rain sensors that automatically activate the windscreen wipers to allow the driver to concentrate on the road. correction: Mégane enhances driver control in hazardous situations with ABS, Electronic Brake Distribution (EBbD) and Emergency Assist (EBA). The ESP (Electronic Stability Programme) with understeer control corrects your trajectory in the event of a loss of traction.

2012 Renault Mégane

The new 2012 Renault Megane in protection: Mégane protects each and every occupant thanks to the Rrenault SRP  (System for Rrestraint and Pprotection) consisting of adaptive airbags, front seatbelts with dual pretensioners and rear seatbelts with pretensioner and load limiter. Renault Mégane Coupe has been designed to the same stringent criteria as Mégane Hatch, the first model in its category to have been awarded a 5-star rating in the Euro NCAP crash tests and one of 8 vehicles in the global range. That’s real peace of mind.

Renault’s passion for performance, style and safety is what drives us to create unique automotive concepts, ranging from practical and versatile people movers to high performance coupés and hot hatches. But there is one thing that they all share in common, and that is the race-bred technology that makes every Renault a pleasure to drive and own.

2012 Renault Mégane

The new 2012 Renault Megane environmental policy is based on an understanding of the ecological challenges that our planet faces. This policy has three commitments; to be one of the world’s top three car makers for low level emissions of CO2. To offer a range of models powered by biofuels such as bioethenol and biodiesel and to develop a wide range of technologies. Renault underlines its commitment to protecting the environment and so offers a range of vehicles that are both economical and ecologically sound. Ecologically sound through a commitment to reducing the environmental impact for the entire lifespan of the car From the outset, each new project incorporates production processes, choice of materials, pollutant and CO2 emissions, fuel consumption and recycling.

2012 Renault Mégane Coupe Cabriolet Dasboard

Economical in terms of fuel consumption. Renault emphasises that the solution too many great ecological challenges lie in technological advancements that can be applied to the majority of vehicles whilst maintaining attractive pricing. Recycling Renault strives to manufacture vehicles that are environmentally safer than ever before. Oone of Renault’s strengths is its capacity to integrate the environment into every stage of a vehicle project right from the design phase until the end of its life cycle. Eco-design of current vehicles enables 95% of their weight to have a second life. Iit also means that an increasing number of components are made of recycled plastics and renewable  materials.

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2012 Renault Wind Roadster Luxury Concept

Renault’s stylish Wind Roadster is the next to receive the “French touch”. Expanding the coupé-roadster range with a version featuring the finest equipment available on the chic two-seater, this exclusive model will be presented at the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show from 1 March 2011. 2011 Renault Wind Roadster rewrites the rules for coupé-roadsters. In town, its chic design and compact size are astounding. Roof up or down, it’s guaranteed showtime: check out the rear boomerang-shaped headlights, sporty and elegant lines and beautiful 17" alloy wheels. Out on the road, prepare for an exhilarating drive.

2012 Renault Wind Roadster

Make your Renault undeniably yours. Give the outside of your car a sporty touch with these chrome effect wing mirror covers. Enhance the natural design of the car by adding the chrome double cowls, which add to the stunning appearance of the new  2012 Renault Wind Roadster. The aluminium effect rear diffuser and rear exhaust combine to give your Wind Roadster a sporty edge, which further highlights its dynamic appearance. Reinforce the dynamic looks of your 2012 Wind Roadster with these aluminium effect fog light surrounds. Chrome gear knob with orange Renaultsport branding. Add a touch of elegance and make changing gear a pleasure with this stylish addition to your car’s interior.

2011 Renault Wind Roadster

The 2012 Renault Wind Roadster engine and chassis is based on a platform that has been engineered by Renaultsport Technologies to give you outstanding steering precision and thrilling responses. And the performance orientated 1.6 VVT 133 engine is borrowed from Twingo Renaultsport (ESC with disconnection function). The thrum of its sports-sounding engine acoustic, low driving position, rigid chassis and superb balance are the spicy ingredients that conjure up a dynamic and precise drive. Where will your playground be? In the city or out on the open road? But hang on... who said you had to choose? We kick-started it with a very smart, original idea: a pivoting, electric hard-top roof. Result ? It opens in just 12 seconds to transform the coupé into a roadster. And vice versa. Simple, practical, and super-quick ? Certainly. But here’s the twist. Incredibly, the boot still keeps its same storage space of 270 litres even when the roof is stowed. Nothing else even comes close. We know that the car is at a turning point, it has to evolve whether you believe in global warming or not; to emit less in cities, to make less noise and to use increasingly scarce energy more effi ciently.

2012 Renault Wind Roadster

At 2012 Renault Wind Roadster we are working to create more affordable cars, with radically lower CO2 emissions. For the widest possible audience. Today that’s our collection of 35 ‘eco2’ models. Eco2 indicates that the vehicle produces CO2 emissions lower than 140 g/km, it includes at least 5% recycled plastic in its plastic mass, and has been designed in such a way that 95% of the materials used could have a second life (recyclable for other use or as a source of energy). In addition eco2 means that our factories are ISO 14001 certified.  Starting next year there will be a groundbreaking range of electric vehicles, from a nippy town car to a comfortable family saloon and a small van. They will be affordable to run – you will be able to drive up to 100 miles using a battery that costs typically £3 to charge, and a lot less using cheaper tariffs. And parking and congestion charges should all be lower, too.We believe it’s time to make the car a driver of progress once more. We are determined to drive that change.

2012 Renault Wind Roadster Dasboard

2012 RENAULT WIND ROADSTER ENGINES WITH OIL CONTROL SYSTEM (OCS)
PETROL 1.2 TCe 100, 1.4 TCe 130, 2.0 TCe 180, 1.6 VVT 128, 1.6 VVT 133, Renaultsport 133 & 250· All DIESEL engines OCS monitors driving conditions that directly affect the quality of your engine oil, protecting your engine from excessive wear and possible bearing failure. Under certain conditions; low speeds, heavy traffi c, door-to-door deliveries (engine turning with little distance travelled) or in high gear for long periods; sport driving, towing a caravan/trailer over 500kg (engine turning at higher revolutions), the vehicle’s service interval may be shortened and you will be alerted, via the instrument panel service indicator, that a Renault Service is required earlier (refer to driver’s handbook for details).

The Renault Wind Roadster lies a true sporting cockpit. With seats that have extra lateral support and integral headrests, height adjustable leather steering wheel and full front/lateral airbag protection. Stylish and snug are the adjectives that spring to mind, as you lower yourself into ergonomically-ideal yet suitably comfortable surroundings, ready to take in the easy-read instruments and with everything falling neatly to hand.

 2012 Renault Wind Roadster safety kit, which contains a warning triangle, high visibility vest and fi rst aid kit, is a legal requirement when travelling in some European countries and is essential for your safety. Mats are an essential accessory to protect your car from everyday dirt and debris. Designed to fi t perfectly into your Renault, the inbuilt stud fi xings ensure they fi t safely with no slipping. This clever system detects objects behind your vehicle as well as making parking in the smallest spaces so much easier. Ultrasonic sensors in the bumper emit a beep and as objects get closer, the sound becomes louder and more frequent.

 New series Renault Wind Roadster conectivity The Parrot MKi9100 is a Bluetooth hands-free system with an OLED screen. A wireless remote control lets you control all functions. As well as conventional phone functions - like pick up, hang up, and dual calls - the Parrot MKi9100 boasts cutting-edge features like automatic phonebook synchronisation and multi-speaker voice recognition.

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