Renault today revealed the first teaser photograph of its new Megane Coupe-Cabriolet model that will break cover at the Geneva Motor Show on March 2, 2010 The only piece of information released by the French automaker is that the new Megane CC will keep its predecessor's foldaway glass top.
The shady picture doesn't tell us much about the four-seater convertible's looks but expect to see similar styling cues to the rest of the new Megane's range.
here won't be any surprises under the hood as the engine lineup will be carried over from the hatchback and coupe models including the 1.6-liter 110HP, 2.0-liter 140hp and the turbocharged TCe 180HP petrol units.
The new CC, which will join the Megane hatchback, coupe and Sport Tourer models, will compete against other C-Segment hardtop convertibles like the Ford Focus CC and Volkswagen Eos.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
New Renault Megane Coupe-Cabriolet Teased
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Renault Twingo Gordini RS
Boasting one of the longest names in the auto biz, the Renault Twingo Gordini RenaultSport marks the revival of the Gordini badge that will soon find its place on all RenaultSport products. Despite the sporty heritage of Gordini, these models will not carry any engine or chassis upgrades with improvements limited to the cars' styling. Now, what's the French word for 'lame'?
The first Gordini product is based on the Renault's pocket-rocket, the Twingo RenaultSport 133 that's powered by a 1.6-liter four-pot with 133 horsepower.
On the outside, the upmarket Gordini is distinguished by the traditional blue metallic finish with two white racing stripes. A closer look reveals that the bumpers are enhanced by gloss black centre sections, while the fog lamp surrounds, exterior door mirror housings and rear tailgate spoiler are trimmed in a contrasting white finish.
A set of 17-inch alloy wheels with a polished face and a choice of the inner rim finished in either blue or black complete the exterior package.
Moving on into the cabin, Renault says that the sport seats are now trimmed in blue and black leather with the same colors making their appearance on the door panel inserts, leather steering wheel and instrument panel..
Furthermore, there's a blue gearlever gaiter and Gordini-badged gearlever knob and a leather trimmed dashboard cowl.
Along with the styling additions, the Renault Twingo Gordini RenaultSport gains extra standard equipment including automatic climate-control, automatic headlamp activation, automatic wiper activation, cruise control, fully disconnectable ESP and an upgraded MP3 audio system.
The first Gordini model will make its physical debut on January 10 at the Atelier Renault on the Champs-Elysées, with sales set to begin across Europe in March.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Renault to Produce Electric Fluence Sedan from 2011
Having already confirmed the production versions of the Twizy and Zoe Z.E. electric concept cars, Renault today announced that the third member of its new family of EVs, the all-electric Fluence sedan, which was also presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show this past September, will be manufactured at the OYAK-Renault Bursa plant in Turkey. The French automaker said that it plans to launch the Fluence EV first in Israel and Denmark, followed by other countries, from the first half of 2011.
Evidently, the electric saloon will be based on the recently launched Fluence sedan, but it is unclear if Renault will spice up the looks of the car in the same way it did with the Frankfurt Show concept model.
Renault said that owners of the electric Fluence will have three battery charge options: standard charge, rapid charge and a 'QuickDrop' battery exchange that allows that removal and replacement of the batteries in a mere three minutes.
We don't have any details on the vehicle's specs yet, but it is safe to assume that the production model will be powered by the same 95HP electric motor found in the concept car.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Megane RS 250
Here are some images for the Megane RenaultSport (RS) 250 finished in gunmetal grey and white. The car is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine and capable to produce 250hp. Not much details we have, so stay with us for more updates.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Renault Sandero Sand'up concept
Renault has finally unveield their F1 edition of its inexpensive Dacia Sandero with racy decals and a bodykit during Sao Paulo Auto Show. However, the other car in its display is another Sandero, but this one is much cooler and it called the Sandero Sand'up concept. It is a 2+2 beach runabout that can go from a closed hard-top coupe to a convertible pickup thanks to its modular design. The car is having a big wheel arches, satin nickel roof rail arches and see-through doors. A 1.6 liter Hi-Flex engine that capable to produce 107 hp on gasoline and 112 hp on ethanol is powering the car.
Monday, October 6, 2008
2009 Renault Megane Trophy Race Car
Renault has released the new Megane Trophy that will compete in the 2009 Renault World Series. The World Series was created in 2005 where enthusiasts can compete with their own Renault car.
The Renault Megane Trophy concept is powered by a Nissan-sourced 3.5-liter V6 mounted a midship like in the old Renaultsport Clio V6. The engine is able to produce a prodigious 360hp driving through a six-speed sequential gearbox, all wrapped in a competition-grade body with more wing than the Concorde and more louvers than a Parisian museum tour.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
2009 Renault Megane Coupe
Renault has unveiled their Megane 3 door coupe. Compared to the 5door model, the Megane Coupe features a substantially sleeker profile thanks to the lower roofline, the triangular-shaped rear windows and the sloped rear-end.
Under the hood, we expect to see The petrol engine will have a 1.6 liter which able to produce 100 and 100hp, a 2.0 liter that able to produce 140hp. Besides that, the two new turbocharged units, the 1.4-liter TCe producing 130 HP and the 2.0-liter TCe with 180 HP. For those that favor diesel power, Renault will offer the Megane Coupe with several dCi units delivering between 85 and 160 HP.
