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  • Renault Megane GT and GT Line

    Renault Megane GT and GT Line have been recently unveiled at the Geneva Motorshow in March. These two sport versions are available across all of the Megane models – Hatchback, Coupe, Sport Tourer and Coupe-Cabriolet. The sales will start in June 2010.

    GT Line is an option package for Megane Dynamique versions. They include specific chassis and are powered by economical and ecological engines.

    The sportier GT pack is available with the 2.0Tce 180hp and 2.0 dCi 160hp power units. It features sporty exterior and interior details and finely-tuned chassis.

    Renault Twingo, Clio and Laguna already have GT versions and the success in Europe is huge – more than 10 000 cars have been sold. (more…)

  • Renault reveals Gordini-styled Clio

    Renault is bringing extra sporty flair to Geneva 2010 with the official presentation of its new Clio Gordini 200. After the premiere of the Renaultsport’s pocket rocket, Twingo Gordini 133, the new spiced up Clio is the second Renault model that benefits from the famous Gordini ‘French Touch’ treatment.

    The newly-styled athletic ride is aimed at drivers demanding for top-end performance vehicle designed with unmistakable French touch. Outside, the all-new Clio Gordini 200 is distinguished by Malta Blue bodywork and two white Gordini stripes. The cabin boasts stylish leather upholstery blended with black lacquer and metal elements. Under the bonnet of the French hot hatch, the specialists at Renault have mounted a 2.0-litre 16-valve powerplant with 200 horsepower and 215Nm of maximum torque.

    Furthermore, the Renault Clio Gordini 200 is packed with a stunning Renaultsport chassis, which transforms that power effectively, 4x20W radio CD with MP3 reader and Bluetooth hands free system with fingertip remote controls and multi-functional TunePoint with USB connection, hands-free key card, cruise control, speed limiter and a range of practical driver aids.

    Renault Clio Gordini 200
    Renault Clio Gordini 200
    Renault Clio Gordini 200
    Renault Clio Gordini 200
    Renault Clio Gordini 200
    Renault Clio Gordini 200

  • Renault resurrects the mighty Clio S for the model year 2010

    Renault is bringing the sporty feel to the core Clio range with the launch of its latest ‘S’ model. The new ‘S’ badged vehicle benefits from the brand’s very successful Clio S formula from the early 90s. (more…)

  • Renault Announces its Lowest CO2 Emitting Production Car

    Behind the scenes, the development of several of Renault’s electric vehicles continues relentlessly ahead of their launch in 2011. Meanwhile, in the pursuit of some purer air before then, the forward-thinking French brand has announced its cleanest production car yet with the new dCi 86-powered Clio, emitting just 98 grams of CO2 per kilometre.

    Set to be available in three- and five-door guise, the new versions offer not just reduced guilt driving, but also the promise of lower fuel consumption, at 76.3 mpg (combined cycle, an increase of 12.1 mpg) and a theoretical range of 923 miles between fill-ups. (more…)

  • Renault Megane Sport Tourer Pricing Announced

    Unveiled earlier this year as one of six world debuts at the Geneva motor show, New Mégane Sport Tourer now becomes the tenth new Renault model this year as part of the company’s extensive range renewal programme. (more…)

  • Renault Clio Renaultsport 200

    Since 2000, the successive variants of Clio Renaultsport have made it the best-selling performance hatchback in its class, with worldwide sales totalling more than 70,000 cars. The strengths of the chassis, brakes and steering of the Clio Renaultsport 197 combined with the precision of its gearbox have resulted in the model being widely praised as the class leader, by the media and demanding owners alike. To provide a match that is more closely tailored still to the demands and needs of its customers, Renaultsport unveils today the 200 and 200 Cup versions. (more…)

  • Renault Unveils Clio 2009 Range

    The Geneva Motor Show sees Renault take the wraps off the latest Hatch and Sport Tourer versions of the best-selling Clio. Clio 2009’s styling, comfort, versatility, safety credentials and equipment, which form a package worthy of that of models from the next segment up, are sure to appeal to a large, loyal customer base worldwide. At the same time, its excellent build quality makes it one of the most reliable cars of its class. (more…)

  • Renault Unveils New Clio

    New design reinforcing Clio’s family ties with New Mégane
    New Clio sits squarely on the road and boasts revised styling, with the lines of the new headlamps now extending down to the lateral upturns of the front air intake. The broad grille in the lower part of the new front bumper sets off the dynamic styling with the presence of gloss black protective mouldings. The revised design of the rear lights extends the waist line across the hatch, while the uncluttered approach to the design of the central part of the rear bumper further emphasises New Clio’s dynamic stance. The reversing lights and foglamps are positioned low down and to the extreme corners of the rear bumper. (more…)

  • Renault launches Clio Renaultsport 197 Lux

    Renault has the perfect solution for customers who like their hot hatch thrills with just a touch more refinement and extra comfort, with a new version of the much-acclaimed Clio Renaultsport 197, the ‘Lux’.

    The new Lux version comes packed with extra features such as leather upholstery and automatic climate control, worth £2,000 as individual options, yet at £16,995, Lux costs just £1,000 more than the standard version. (more…)

  • Twingo Renault sport entry level access to the renault sport thrill, with complete control

    With cars like the R8 Gordini, 5 GT Turbo and Clio Williams, the Renault range has always featured affordable sporty cars based on mainstream production models. Twingo Renault Sport is latest car to enjoy that distinction. (more…)

  • Renault announces prices for Clio sport tourer

    New Clio Sport Tourer has arrived in the UK, offering competitive pricing, impressive standard equipment, innovative features, greater load space and practicality, combined with the all the style and exterior good looks Clio is renowned for. The Sport Tourer version is a compact estate without compromising on interior space.

    Ideal for customers who need the space and practicality of an estate car, but still want a car with sporty and modern looks, Clio Sport Tourer has 50% more boot space than the Clio and is priced just £850 more than the Clio five-door. (more…)

  • Renault Clio Estate

    Renault Clio EstateRenault Clio Estate will receive its world premiere at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. Its design echoes the staple lines of Clio Grand Tour Concept, which was unveiled at the last Geneva Motor Show.

    Renault Clio Estate is firmly focused on leisure pursuits. It strikes a perfect balance between sleek design with its angled rear screen and spaciousness with the generous volumes of its luggage area (439 dm3 VDA).

    At 4.2 metres in length it is a compact vehicle that builds on the strengths of Clio III in terms of driving pleasure, interior space, comfort, and safety.