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Renault Twin’Run, 320 HP and central engine for strong almost of racing

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Here at last: the Renault Twin’Run Concept is the successor in spirit of monsters such as the Renault 5 Turbo and the Clio V6. With 320 HP and a V6 engine in rear center position, the Renault Twin’Run is a prototype that focuses on pure sportsmanship no more punches.

Now at last we can learn more about, is that this weekend will be introduced under the 2013 Monaco Grand Prix Formula 1, what better setting for a coming-out?

Although it is nothing more than a prototype, Renault Twin’Run appeals to the past and the sporting tradition of the Diamond brand, wanting to find similarities to the Renault 5 Turbo or Renault Clio V6. You can of course, prefigure a future model for the brand intended for the urban segment, e.g. the new generation of the Twingo (or its substitute), at least from the purely design plane, but it will be difficult (to not impossible) we see a model of this radical in the street. Continue reading →

Renault Twin’Z Concept-Car

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Twin’Z Renault Concept-Car Exterior

Renault has used the services of designer Ross Lovegrove, who with the director of Industrial Design of the brand, Laurens van den Acker, wanted to capture the prototype forms of nature using 3D modeling techniques. Some elements, such as the front grille, go beyond aesthetics and are fully functional to ensure a better dynamic.

With a length of 3,627 mm, a wheelbase of 2,495 mm, a width of 1,705 mm and a height of 1,506 mm, Twin’Z line-Car Concept is robust hinges on aluminum alloy wheels of 18 inches , shod with 205/40 Michelin specifically designed.

They draw attention to the design of the prototype five-door existence by default, which are electrically operated, and the rears are reverse-opening doors commonly known as suicide doors, as well as the absence of the central pillar, an exercise in design may not go beyond Twin’Z Renault Concept-Car, i.e. the prototype. Continue reading →

The Renault Kangoo is renewed for a new commercial stage

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The current Renault Kangoo has been with us for four years, during which even had a new baby sister, and cite the Mercedes in which 400,000 units were sold. Halfway through his life and the Renault Kangoo commercial receives a facelift deep enough to serve to update the Renault van light according to the new look of the diamond mark.

It is that their main novelty, because it is an upgrade, not a new model. The front has passed through an intense renewal, in which for example forms the grid has been adopted similar to that of the new Clio. They also change the headlights, the bumper, which is now more muscular or position of the fog.

The Renault Kangoo 2013 will be sold in several versions, for a total of 63 variants, both cargo and passenger and Renault Kangoo ZE also receive relevant aesthetic improvements. The back of the Kangoo has also been slightly tweaked, now takes a few new riders with a more modern design but not hide their real age. Continue reading →

Renault Espace 2013

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The 2013 range of Renault Espace minivan passes incorporate minor cosmetic changes in the exterior design and mechanical tweaks that improve the efficiency of its two versions Diesel 2.0 dCi 150 and 170 hp.

Changes made by Renault in 2013 of their great range MPV Espace are not very radical. Chapter aesthetic, the renovated Espace passes incorporate a front in which the new and looks great diamond logo prominently in the center of the front grille, this small black with chrome inserts. The alloy wheels also renew their design, going to offer a 17-inch diameter. Continue reading →

New Renault Clio IV

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Make its official debut in the land, in France during the Paris Motor Show, but Renault has already announced the first details and images of the fourth-generation Clio. Already it needed to Clio a new generation. The third, which currently can be found in the licensee, Debuted in 2005 and even received a restyling in 2009, the increasing competition in the utility segment (Ibiza, 208, first and, with a major offensive by Korean brands) make it even more necessary to knock on the table of Renault. Here is the new Clio!

The snapshots show us that the new dynamic design wins Clio. Not lost ‘muscle’ to the current generation, but, following the analogy, muscles is more defined thanks to the increased presence of edges and flat surfaces. On the front takes on special importance of the brand logo, this is now larger and prominent, and LED lights. Furthermore, taking styling cues from the concept dezir, we saw in the Paris Motor Show 2010.

Renault itself has confirmed that the Clio IV only available in five-door, something to expect seeing that the rear door handle is hidden in the door frame in the style of the Alfa 147 and the Seat Leon. Inside, it was decided to maintain a youthful with a striking set of clocks with a flattened center that informs us, digital, speed and surrounded by two more conventional alerts us, analogically, revolutions and fuel tank level. Continue reading →

New compact SUV Renault to replace the Modus

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The Renault Modus will be a compact SUV, according to data from Automotive News Europe. The new SUV from Renault will be manufactured at Valladolid factory, which produces the Modus and Renault Grand Modus. Furthermore, it seems that the new Modus will be presented in 2013.

To develop the new ‘crossover’, the signature of the diamond will take advantage of the alliance with Nissan and pull that has the Nissan Juke in the old continent. Also, the web Actu-Automobile ride progresses to block 90 and 1.5 dCi with 110 hp and quite possibly the new three-cylinder engine that the mark up for the Renault Clio. Continue reading →

Alpine Renault A110-50: becomes a myth

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In the 50 th anniversary of the legendary Alpine, the brand has just introduced a gala concept dubbed Renault Alpine A110-50. This sporty rescues some design features of the original and reinterpreted by modern times. The body, now carbon fiber, is presented in a new blue color reminiscent of the famous Alpine blue.

The body has a modern and very fluid, which care for aerodynamics is evident in each of its corners. Furthermore, the additional headlights fitted curved in a semicircle yellow LED are presented as another great nod to the past. Another detail that will appeal to lovers of the racing world is that after the three-dimensional window you can see the engine, which is located in rear center position. Also striking and with a very retro are the front and rear hoods, which open in opposite direction to normal, as was long ago. Continue reading →

Renault Scenic dCi 110 Energy: rather than saving

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The Renault Scenic dCi 110 Energy becomes the second variant of the diamond company that comes standard with the system start-stop after the dCi 130. But not content with that, since it has been revised slightly this engine of 1,461 cc to release five more horsepower and reduce their consumption by almost a liter. Before telling you follow the changes introduced by the 1.5 dCi 110 engine, let me present the Renault Scenic 2012.

The exterior features a new bumper, which now has shiny black paint and chrome elements to provide a more distinguished. It also incorporates daylights LED. Inside is a continuation of the changes, though these are quite subtle. Besides the new upholstery colors, highlights the radio that shots have USB and auxiliary on the front for easy connection of your portable MP3 player.

It also opens control panel with LCD digital display that shows the trip computer and speedometer as well as the graphs indicate how efficient your driving being. Furthermore, as a novelty, now you can add the package ‘ Visio System ‘, which allows front camera functions include warning and lane change assistant automatic headlights. Without leaving the interior, I see that the interior dimensions remain unchanged. Continue reading →

Premiere: Sofasa will begin selling in Colombia Renault Megane III

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In the coming days will be making the official presentation of the third generation Megane will hit the country with 2 liter engine and 143 horsepower and two levels of equipment. The evidence finally confirmed the rumors. It has long been speculated that the assembly would Sofasa the country’s third generation Megane and now a picture of a ‘nanny’ or bed-low round on the Internet that put him permanently to the floor which is the next launch of the brand Renault in Colombia.

Thus, the marketing of the new Megane III means that the brand offers a step higher in car line, where this model is the limit, and strengthen its presence in the entry level of the high end. The new car with 5-door hatchback body will come with 2 liter engine and 143 horsepower and two equipment versions, deluxe and privilege to serve for a price of 57 and 60 million pesos, respectively. To get into technical stuff, this car was first sold on the continent since 2009, measured 4.3 meters long, 1.5 high, 1.8 wide and has a wheelbase of 2.6, which gives a good margin of space interior. Continue reading →

Renault Talisman, the new commitment to the Chinese market

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Until the 2012 Beijing Motor Show Renault Talisman has arrived. With a roomier interior in its class and elegant design, the Talisman expects success among young Chinese entrepreneurs who aspire to drive medium-high at an affordable price.

The Renault Talisman has performed at the Beijing Motor Show 2012 with the intention of being the ‘flagship’ of the French brand in the Asian country. It is designed to succeed in China, the preferences are there: a sober but elegant interior and much wider than usual in European cars, and with a base price of 38,652 euros.

The Talisman will be produced at the plant that Renault Samsung Motors has in Korea, and will be exported to China from June 2012. Sales of Renault in China have quadrupled since 2009, partly thanks to the success of there the Renault Koleos, which has received 8 awards in the Asian country. Continue reading →