Don’t get too bent out of shape about Renault not selling cars to the U.S. when you see this video. Although the guys from Drivers Republic got wheel time in the 360 hp Megane Trophy, its not road legal in Europe either. On the other hand, 250 hp Megane RS is a reason to be jealous.
The new package includes: metallic paint, twin chrome exhaust tailpipes, 17-inch Talisman aluminium alloy wheels, bi-Xenon adaptive lighting, automatic dual-zone climate control with air quality sensor and much more.
The Laguna Coupe Black Edition is powered by a dCi 150 engine, which drives through a six-speed manual gearbox.
Renault has chosen the glamorous weekend which sees the Cannes Film Festival coincide with the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix to take the wraps off Laguna Coupe. The flowing lines of the newcomer’s elegant, uncluttered design express timeless beauty and the promise of sheer motoring enjoyment.
Its performance provides unprecedented pleasure behind the wheel thanks to the combination of its Active Drive chassis equipped with four-wheel steering – which has been acclaimed by the media across Europe on the GT version of Renault Laguna – and the two new V6 powerplants which have been introduced at the same time as this image-forging vehicle. The brand new V6 dCi, which is poised to become a benchmark in terms of performance and pleasure, delivers 235hp (173kW), while the new 3.5-litre petrolpowered V6 offers 240hp (175kW). Laguna Coupe stands out as an inspiring, fourseater with genuine sensual appeal and will be shown in further detail at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show in October.
Renault Laguna Coupe bears a close resemblance to the racy concept car revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2007, while its elegant styling and proportions boast all the hallmarks associated with truly exceptional coupes. Its distinctive front end suggests the presence under the bonnet of the finest Renault-Nissan Alliance engines which have been designed and developed to ensure supreme driving enjoyment. Indeed, Renault Laguna Coupe is capable of accelerating from standstill to 100kph in less than seven seconds, and this upper-range performance combines with the Active Drive chassis and four-wheel steering to deliver optimum pleasure at the wheel. > More
The Alpine will not see a comeback. At least this is what Renault has decided, the reason being the disastrous economical situation that the world is facing. However, we will see a comeback of the Gordini brand in Europe with the introduction of a new Twingo Gordini model in 2010.
After Twingo, Renault will also launch enthusiast versions of the Clio and Megane Coupe. Renault’s global marketing director Stephen Norman revealed the company’s plan at an event following the Geneva expo. Mr. Norman confirmed that Renault had been forced to can certain new car endeavors – such as the proposed rebirth of the Alpine coupe.
"But Alpine is one of two sports car brands Renault owns,’ he said. ’Think of the possibility of sporty Renaults with steps up like the Mini Cooper and Cooper S."
Gordini models will be placed above the current RS models and will be recognized by their signature blue paint jobs and a pair of white stripes.
The second model (next to the Megane RS) revealed today by Renault Sport at the Geneva Motor Show is the Clio RS 200. Sales will begin in May.
Clio RS 200 is powered by a normally-aspirated 2.0 16V engine that delivers 200hp at 7,100rpm and a peak torque of 215Nm at 5,400rpm. The new Clio RS 200 accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in just 6.9 seconds. The top speed increases by 2mph to 141mph.
The Clio RS 200 offers enhanced handling with the front and rear tracks widened by 48mm and 50mm respectively. The wheelbase is extended by 10mm to 2,585mm for greater stability, while the front suspension’s independent steering axis layout is unique in the Clio’s segment. This technology uses aluminum components to minimize weight and provides resistance to torque steer.
The name Alpine is close to the hearts of many French car enthusiasts. The Renault-owned manufacturer made machines that knew how to carve up the street of the track. Alpine hasn’t produced a car of its own since 1996, but the horsepower wars was supposed to rekindle the Alpine flame.
Unfortunately the worldwide economic meltdown extinguished the hopes for the brand’s revival. Renault’s Chief operating officer Patrick Pelata told Autocar: "It’s a casualty of the [economic] crisis."
Then again we knew this was coming. The new Alpine was supposed to share a platform with the upcoming Nissan 200SX. So two weeks ago when we got word that Nissan killed the 200SX, we should have also seen it as the death of the new Alpine.
Renault will bring the hottest Megane ever at the Geneva Motor Show. First revealed as the Megane Trophy at the Paris Auto Show, the Renaultsport Megane (Megane RS) is now being teased by an official web page that announce the world debut in 13 days. When we lay eyes on the production car next month, we expect the Megane RS will look like a mixture of the Megane coupe and Megane Trophy, likely taking most of the Trophy’s front-end styling.
Although the concept car in Paris featured a 3.5-liter V6 making 360 hp, the production RS will be much tamer. Under the hood Renault will likely place the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine from the current Megane R26. The engine should get a 20 hp bump from its current application to raise the total to 250 hp. That should be good for a 0 to 60 mph time of less than six seconds.
Renault announced today a new limited edition Laguna. Available for Expression and Carminat version, the new Laguna Black Edition adds a price of only 200 euro to a standard model.
Black Edition adds: GT Look Pack (front bumper, black headlamp masks, tinted rear lights), Comfort Pack (Renault hands-free card, rear parking proximity sensor), metallic paint (Pearlescent Black, Ardoise Grey, Eclipse Grey or Platine Grey) and 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels.
Prices in France start from €25,800 for the dCi 110 saloon version (add €1,200 for the estate version) and the offer is especially expected to appeal to private owners drawn by its reassuring ride and inherent qualities. Customers, meanwhile, are likely to prefer the dCi 130-powered for €27,350. Available only with the dCi 110, Renault Laguna Carminat Black Edition starts at €26,500. It incorporates integrated Carminat CD Bluetooth® navigation as standard for an additional cost of just €700. There is no need to convert the price into dollars because Renault doesn’t sell to the U.S.
Renault unveiled today in Paris a new customization program for the Twingo. The customization options for Renault Twingo are unlimited, thanks to the decorative trim available. For example, freestyle graphics (available in black or white Tattoo or Poppies, at a cost of €35 for 3) can be placed wherever the customer wishes, ensuring that the product is completely exclusive. Previewed at the PTS, more than 45 new offers will join the existing range.
Two Twingo Renault Sport cars have been converted to represent Angel and Devil, a graphic theme demonstrating all the design potential offered by Twingo in terms of customization. It highlights the Twingo’s sporty aspect, by connecting the 2 optical blocks of the front side, continuing to the rear tailgate, finishing up on the "Twingo" marked on the tailgate, like a comet tail.
Renault will unveil at the Geneva Motor Show the facelift Clio; there is also a new version added to the range: GT.
The new Clio features a more streamlined styling, with the lines of the headlamp modules now extending down to the lateral upturns of the front air intake. Indeed, the broad air intake in the lower part of the front bumper sets off the dynamic frontal styling which are also suggested by the presence of gloss black protective mouldings.
The revised design of the rear lights prolongs the waist line across the hatch, while the uncluttered approach to the design of the central part of the rear bumper further emphasizes New Renault Clio’s dynamic stance. The reversing lights and foglamps are positioned low down and to the extreme right and left of the bumper.
The GT version is being offered in Malta Blue. Its frontal styling is more aggressive and includes a gloss black grille, while the side sills hint at the performance of the GT version’s specific suspension. New Renault Clio GT is easily recognizable from the rear thanks to its twin exhaust tailpipes and lip spoiler.
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