Renault Fluence, new Sedan launched in Brazil

Renault, the French car manufacturer, recently announced to have launched its latest sedan, Fluence in Brazil. Own brand-new sedan that made its plan to replace the Megane is extremely popular. In Brazil, the car will be offered at a price of USD 34,600 for entry-level version, while the choice of top-of-the-range price will reach U.S. $ 44 000.

Renault said that this car is offered with a choice of seven engine configuration, two units of gasoline engines and five variants of a capacity of 1,500 cc diesel engine that emit CO2 emissions of 119 g / km. Capacity of 1600 cc petrol engine has a 16V power output of 110 hp. Kitchen runway was then mated with manual or automatic transmission.

While the gasoline engine with a larger, 2.000cc 16 Valve may issue power of 140 horsepower and is offered with a CVT or manual transmission. Because known as replacement Megane Sedan, Fluence Naturalife Greenworld front view and dimensions similar to the new Megane hatchback. Fluence has a length of 4620 mm, width 1809 mm, height 1479 mm, and has a wheelbase of 2702 mm.

As standard equipment, Fluence will use the security features ABS with EBD, ABS with automatic activation of hazard warning lights, and ESC with CSV understeer control, three-point safety belts with pretensioners.

Also Fluence will be equipped with, seat belts front and passenger airbags, two curtain airbags, warning if the driver or passenger seat belt release, cruise control with speed limiter and the latest generation headrests

The first unit Fluence will be present at the dealership in February next year and Renault hopes to sell about 20,000 units in the first year.

Renault Twingo Gordini 100

French manufacturer Renault has announced the arrival of the Twingo Gordini 100. The newcomer costs £11,395 (based on the forthcoming 20 percent VAT rate) with deliveries starting in January.

The Renault Twingo Gordini 100 is powered by a 1.2 TCe (Turbo Control Efficiency) petrol engine developing 100hp at 5,500 rpm that can push the car to up to a top speed of 117 mph. The Renault Twingo Gordini 100 has the GT chassis with stiffer shock absorbers and bushes, and a recalibrated sports steering. The official Renault Twingo Gordini 100 specs list says the car offers a 49.5 mpg combined fuel consumption and a 132 g/km CO2 emissions level.

Other than that the Gordini recipe remains the same – blue, black or white paintwork with contrasting stripes, gloss black trim and colour-coded inserts inside. Standard kit includes a 4x20W RDS radio with single CD MP3 player, Bluetooth, audio input, air conditioning, 15-inch Turini alloy wheels with polished face and black inserts, cruise control, speed limiter and electric windows.

Inside a automobile is also influenced by a Gordini treatment, with dim CO cloth seats with embossed Gordini trademark and white stitching, blue doorway trim inserts with white stitching and blue leather-trimmed steering circle with dual white stripes, as good as Gordini blue rev-counter and change doorknob and a shimmer black centre console and aluminium pedals.

Recreating Gordini hatches has been hugely successful for Renault, especially amongst young and female drivers. Two thirds of Renaultsport Twingo 133 sales and one third of Renaultsport Clio 200 sales are now Gordini versions.




Press Release

Within a matter of months since the launch of the Gordini versions of the Renaultsport Twingo and Clio, Renault is now poised to launch an even more affordable, twin-striped version of its smallest model, Twingo, priced �11,395.

The new Twingo Gordini 100, powered by the 1.2 TCe (Turbo Control Efficiency) petrol engine, is aimed squarely at customers looking for good handling and affordable running costs, wrapped up in a chic and sporty three-door package.

The appeal of the Gordini versions of Twingo and Clio Renaultsport to a younger audience has
already surpassed expectations, with sales of both models having risen significantly. So much so, that since their arrival across Europe, the halo version of the Twingo now accounts for two-thirds of sales and one-third in the case of Clio. The French marque is now aiming to emulate such runaway success of its �French flair� models with its latest model, which slots into the range above Dynamique, in place of the former GT.

The newcomer is instantly recognisable as a Gordini, through its trademark twin racing stripes with subtle �G� badging across the bonnet, roof and tailgate. Its striking apparel continues with gloss black front and rear bumpers, extra-tinted rear windows and tailgate and discreet Gordini Series badging.

The sporty theme continues with its colour palette choice of three � Malta Blue, with white Gordini stripes and matching details (foglight surrounds, door mirrors and rear spoiler), or Pearlescent Black and Glacier White. In the case of the latter, the styling details are picked out in anthracite.

On the inside, the bespoke ambience continues. The Gordini 100 features dark carbon cloth seats with embossed Gordini logo and white stitching,
blue door trim inserts with white stitching and blue leather-trimmed steering wheel with two white stripes to indicate the straight ahead position. The Gordini rev-counter naturally comes in trademark blue with white background and bezel, while the Gordini gear lever knob shares the same blue hue, as does the gear lever base. Completing the raft of accoutrements is a gloss black centre console and aluminium pedals.

The upmarket feel also crosses over to its equipment level. Standard kit on the trendy addition to Renault�s popular city car line-up, includes 4x20W RDS radio with single CD MP3 player, Bluetooth� and aux input, air conditioning, 15-inch �Turini� alloy wheels with polished face and black inserts, cruise control, electric windows, speed limiter and independent sliding and folding rear seats.

Twingo Gordini 100 can also be ordered with features previously unavailable on GT, including polished alloys with blue inserts and leather upholstery, to be precise, leather-faced Gordini seats with blue detailing. Other options include climate control, metallic paint and electric panoramic sunroof with sunblind. The Gordini stripes on the bonnet, roof and tailgate are a no-cost removable option.

Under the bonnet of the latest version is the responsive 1.2 TCe petrol engine, pushing out 100hp at 5,500 rpm, with a top speed of 117 mph. Meanwhile, beneath the chic Gordini TCe 100 body, lies the GT chassis with stiffer shock absorbers and bushes, and recalibrated sports steering.

With its sporty styling and dynamic on-road performance, you could be forgiven for thinking that its environmental credentials would inevitably suffer. But, you would be wrong. With CO2 emissions of 132 grams per kilometre, the Gordini TCe 100 qualifies for the Renault eco� signature, as well as offering impressive combined fuel economy of 49.5 mpg. Crucially for a car of its ilk, and especially its appeal to younger buyers, its insurance group is likely to be competitive when it is formally announced soon.

Thirty years on from its heyday, the Gordini name, not to mention its inimitable look, still holds a special place in many people�s hearts. Today, its timeless French style means that nine out of every ten customers chooses the blue livery, while only one per cent of buyers order a Gordini without stripes. Overall, the Gordini line-up has enabled Renault to extend its reach to a younger, more style-conscious audience, with Twingo Renaultsport's market share up by five percentage points in the thirty to forty age group.

The Gordini name has also attracted a sizeable cult following. Its fan community on Facebook has over 28,000 fans, while the Gordini iPhone� application has been downloaded more than 115,000 times. Interestingly, the Facebook community's profile differs from that of the conventional Renaultsport models, in that it has twice as many female followers and is on average 15 years younger.

Twingo Gordini 100 is now available to order ahead of deliveries from mid-January 2011, priced �11,395 (based on 20% VAT). All of the latest Renault news is available at www.renault.co.uk, Renault TV on Sky Guide 883 and Freesat 651, or by following on twitter @renault_uk.

Renault Twingo Gordini 100

French manufacturer Renault has announced the arrival of the Twingo Gordini 100. The newcomer costs £11,395 (based on the forthcoming 20 percent VAT rate) with deliveries starting in January.

The Renault Twingo Gordini 100 is powered by a 1.2 TCe (Turbo Control Efficiency) petrol engine developing 100hp at 5,500 rpm that can push the car to up to a top speed of 117 mph. The Renault Twingo Gordini 100 has the GT chassis with stiffer shock absorbers and bushes, and a recalibrated sports steering. The official Renault Twingo Gordini 100 specs list says the car offers a 49.5 mpg combined fuel consumption and a 132 g/km CO2 emissions level.

Other than that the Gordini recipe remains the same – blue, black or white paintwork with contrasting stripes, gloss black trim and colour-coded inserts inside. Standard kit includes a 4x20W RDS radio with single CD MP3 player, Bluetooth, audio input, air conditioning, 15-inch Turini alloy wheels with polished face and black inserts, cruise control, speed limiter and electric windows.

Inside a automobile is also influenced by a Gordini treatment, with dim CO cloth seats with embossed Gordini trademark and white stitching, blue doorway trim inserts with white stitching and blue leather-trimmed steering circle with dual white stripes, as good as Gordini blue rev-counter and change doorknob and a shimmer black centre console and aluminium pedals.

Recreating Gordini hatches has been hugely successful for Renault, especially amongst young and female drivers. Two thirds of Renaultsport Twingo 133 sales and one third of Renaultsport Clio 200 sales are now Gordini versions.




Press Release

Within a matter of months since the launch of the Gordini versions of the Renaultsport Twingo and Clio, Renault is now poised to launch an even more affordable, twin-striped version of its smallest model, Twingo, priced �11,395.

The new Twingo Gordini 100, powered by the 1.2 TCe (Turbo Control Efficiency) petrol engine, is aimed squarely at customers looking for good handling and affordable running costs, wrapped up in a chic and sporty three-door package.

The appeal of the Gordini versions of Twingo and Clio Renaultsport to a younger audience has
already surpassed expectations, with sales of both models having risen significantly. So much so, that since their arrival across Europe, the halo version of the Twingo now accounts for two-thirds of sales and one-third in the case of Clio. The French marque is now aiming to emulate such runaway success of its �French flair� models with its latest model, which slots into the range above Dynamique, in place of the former GT.

The newcomer is instantly recognisable as a Gordini, through its trademark twin racing stripes with subtle �G� badging across the bonnet, roof and tailgate. Its striking apparel continues with gloss black front and rear bumpers, extra-tinted rear windows and tailgate and discreet Gordini Series badging.

The sporty theme continues with its colour palette choice of three � Malta Blue, with white Gordini stripes and matching details (foglight surrounds, door mirrors and rear spoiler), or Pearlescent Black and Glacier White. In the case of the latter, the styling details are picked out in anthracite.

On the inside, the bespoke ambience continues. The Gordini 100 features dark carbon cloth seats with embossed Gordini logo and white stitching,
blue door trim inserts with white stitching and blue leather-trimmed steering wheel with two white stripes to indicate the straight ahead position. The Gordini rev-counter naturally comes in trademark blue with white background and bezel, while the Gordini gear lever knob shares the same blue hue, as does the gear lever base. Completing the raft of accoutrements is a gloss black centre console and aluminium pedals.

The upmarket feel also crosses over to its equipment level. Standard kit on the trendy addition to Renault�s popular city car line-up, includes 4x20W RDS radio with single CD MP3 player, Bluetooth� and aux input, air conditioning, 15-inch �Turini� alloy wheels with polished face and black inserts, cruise control, electric windows, speed limiter and independent sliding and folding rear seats.

Twingo Gordini 100 can also be ordered with features previously unavailable on GT, including polished alloys with blue inserts and leather upholstery, to be precise, leather-faced Gordini seats with blue detailing. Other options include climate control, metallic paint and electric panoramic sunroof with sunblind. The Gordini stripes on the bonnet, roof and tailgate are a no-cost removable option.

Under the bonnet of the latest version is the responsive 1.2 TCe petrol engine, pushing out 100hp at 5,500 rpm, with a top speed of 117 mph. Meanwhile, beneath the chic Gordini TCe 100 body, lies the GT chassis with stiffer shock absorbers and bushes, and recalibrated sports steering.

With its sporty styling and dynamic on-road performance, you could be forgiven for thinking that its environmental credentials would inevitably suffer. But, you would be wrong. With CO2 emissions of 132 grams per kilometre, the Gordini TCe 100 qualifies for the Renault eco� signature, as well as offering impressive combined fuel economy of 49.5 mpg. Crucially for a car of its ilk, and especially its appeal to younger buyers, its insurance group is likely to be competitive when it is formally announced soon.

Thirty years on from its heyday, the Gordini name, not to mention its inimitable look, still holds a special place in many people�s hearts. Today, its timeless French style means that nine out of every ten customers chooses the blue livery, while only one per cent of buyers order a Gordini without stripes. Overall, the Gordini line-up has enabled Renault to extend its reach to a younger, more style-conscious audience, with Twingo Renaultsport's market share up by five percentage points in the thirty to forty age group.

The Gordini name has also attracted a sizeable cult following. Its fan community on Facebook has over 28,000 fans, while the Gordini iPhone� application has been downloaded more than 115,000 times. Interestingly, the Facebook community's profile differs from that of the conventional Renaultsport models, in that it has twice as many female followers and is on average 15 years younger.

Twingo Gordini 100 is now available to order ahead of deliveries from mid-January 2011, priced �11,395 (based on 20% VAT). All of the latest Renault news is available at www.renault.co.uk, Renault TV on Sky Guide 883 and Freesat 651, or by following on twitter @renault_uk.

Renault unveils Twingo Gordini R.S.

In 2010, Renault has decided to revive the colors of Gordini, a well known préprateur 60s, through two sports models: the Clio and Twingo. Our Gordini Twingo is based on a Twingo, but immediately recognized by the two white stripes legendary. Two colors are available: a black lacquered or as here, the Blue Malta.

Currently, the Renault Twingo RS Gordini only with the souped-up 133 hp 1.6 16V petrol engine. There is soon a second choice, the 1.2 TCE 100 petrol engine. The twaalfhonderdje must have a turbo and produces less horsepower while, but relatively early traction that is available. Moreover, the new addition is also more economical than eenpuntzes. In combination with the RS looks Gordini is simultaneously a sportier alternative to the GT model with the same engine. Prices are not yet known.

Inside, the Gordini treatment adds special blue and black leather throughout the interior, sports seats, blue rev-counter housing with white background and bezel, aluminum pedals, black lacquer-finish centre console and dark-charcoal leather-trimmed dashboard cowl with visible stitching.

The Twingo Gordini R.S. Will be sold in most European markets with prices starting at €14,800 in France.




Press Release

RENAULT EXTENDS ITS GORDINI LINE-UP

• The appeal of Twingo Gordini R.S. and Clio Gordini R.S. to a younger, but also more feminine market has seen sales of Renault Sport models grow. To build on this success, Renault has decided to extend its catalogue of 'French Touch' cars with the introduction of Twingo Gordini which slots into the Twingo range instead of the GT version.

• Twingo Gordini targets motorists who are looking for a combination of French style and great dynamics. In addition to its Gordini cues, the newcomer boasts a particularly well-appointed interior.

• Twingo Gordini marks the availability of unprecedented equipment for the Twingo range, including new sports seats with additional lateral support and 15-inch diamond-effect wheels (depending on market). The options list also includes Gordini-badged blue and black leather* upholstery.

• Twingo Gordini will be marketed across most of Europe. Order books for the TCe 100hp version are already open in France, with prices starting from €14,800.

A NEW ADDITION TO THE SUCCESSFUL GORDINI LINE-UP

The Gordini range is Renault's modern take on Gordini's world which is appealing to an increasing
number of motorists who want a car with a truly exclusive temperament. In a matter of months,
Renault has successfully applied its French Touch hallmark to its sporty R.S. versions.

• The French Touch hallmark has boosted sales of Renault Sport models:
  • With a market share of almost 25 percent of the five main European countries (up five points), Twingo RS is the second best-selling hot hatch, while Clio R.S. is second in its class thanks to a market share of 20.1 percent (up four points).
  • This success is due to the new Gordini versions which account for around two-thirds of Twingo R.S. sales and one-third of Clio R.S. sales in Europe.

* Bovine leather seat fronts, cushions, backs and head rests; other parts upholstered in coated fabric.

• Emergence of a community: Gordini's bespoke Facebook page already has more than 28,000 fans, while the iPhone® application has been downloaded more than 115,000 times. The Facebook community's profile differs from that of the conventional R.S. models, in that it is more feminine (twice as many lady fans) and is an average 15 years younger.

• French Touch appeal: nine customers in ten choose the blue livery, while only one percent of buyers order the car without its white stripes. These statistics point to the draw of the Gordini versions' livery and the timeless appeal of their looks. The Gordini line-up has enabled Renault to extend its reach to a younger, more feminine audience, with Twingo R.S.'s market share up by five percentage points in the 30/40 age group and by two points with regard to lady buyers.

Renault has decided to extend the range with the launch of Twingo Gordini which is poised to
reinforce the image of the brand's small city car. The new French Touch version replaces Twingo
GT and targets customers looking for a dynamic vehicle with sporty looks. It also provides Twingo
buyers looking for chic, sporty styling with a chance to profit from the Gordini name.

TIMELESS STYLING CUES

• Exterior Gordini features:
  • A Malte Blue metallic finish incorporating the two legendary white Gordini stripes plus matching white styling details and accessories (foglamp surrounds, exterior mirror housings, rear spoiler). Pearlescent Black and Glacier White versions are also available. In the case of the latter, the styling details and accessories are picked out in Cold Metal Grey.

• Interior Gordini features:
  • Mixed leather*/fabric upholstery with embroidered Gordini badging and visible white stitching.
  • Blue leather* door trim inserts with visible white stitching.
  • Blue leather-trimmed** steering wheel with visible stitching and two white stripes to indicate the straight ahead position.
  • Blue metal 'Gordini' gear lever knob and blue leather** gear lever bellows.
  • Leather*-trimmed dashboard cowl with visible stitching.
  • Black lacquer-finish centre console.Blue rev-counter with white background and bezel.
  • Aluminium pedal pads.

• With regard to equipment, Twingo Gordini delivers the best of the Twingo range, including manual or automatic climate control (depending on market), cruise control with speed limiter, 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback and Bluetooth® connectivity (hands-free calls, voice recognition, audio streaming) and independent sliding rear seats.

* coated fabric
** split leather

Twingo Gordini can also be ordered with features previously unavailable for Twingo GT, including Renault Sport-type seats with additional lateral support, mixed blue and black upholstery and even blue or black diamond-effect wheels (depending on market). Leather upholstery, which wasn't available for Twingo GT either, figures on the list of options, too.

PUNCHY ENGINES AND LOW CO2 EMISSIONS

Twingo Gordini is available with a choice of two feisty Euro5-compliant engines:

• With the punchy, responsive TCe 100 engine under the bonnet, Twingo Gordini delivers dynamic performance and is great fun to drive.

• The particulate filter-equipped dCi 85 diesel engine provides an exceptional compromise between driving enjoyment and affordable running costs. Thanks to CO2 emissions of just 100g/km, Twingo Gordini dCi 85 will qualify for the French state's €500 'eco' subsidy when order books for this version open on January 2, 2011.

Twingo Gordini combines chic and sporty styling, dynamic on-road performance and low CO2 emissions which permit it to qualify for the Renault eco2 signature.

Markets: France, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Slovakia.

AVAILABLE COLOURS

• Two metallic finishes: Malte Blue and Pearlescent Black.

• One non-metallic finish: Glacier White (delivered with Cold Metal Grey styling details and stripes).

PRICES AND ENGINES (French market)
Price list 2182 (November 2, 2010)

TCe 100, Renault eco

• Tax-paid price €14,800
• CO2 emissions 132g/km

dCi 85 Renault eco2

• Tax-paid price €16,550
• CO2 emissions 100g/km
• French state 'eco' subsidy - €500

Saving to the customer over the GT version: 3.7 percent.

EQUIPMENT LIST (French market)

Exterior:

• Glacier White finish with Cold Metal Grey 'Gordini stripes' (over bonnet, roof and tailgate)
• 15-inch black diamond-effect Turini alloy wheels
• Specific front and rear bumpers with black crossbar
• Cold Metal Grey foglamp surrounds, exterior mirror housings and sports spoiler
• Extra-tinted rear glass
• Gordini Series badging on the sides

Carefully-appointed, 'French Touch' interior:

• Blue and black Gordini-badged leather*/fabric upholstery
• Blue leather* door trim inserts with visible stitching
• Blue and black leather-trimmed** steering wheel, with two white stripes indicating the
• 'straight ahead' position
• Blue leather** gear lever bellows and Gordini-badged metal gear lever knob
• Blue rev-counter housing with white background and bezel
• Black lacquer-finish centre console
• Dark-charcoal leather-trimmed* dashboard cowl with specific visible stitching
• Aluminium pedal pads

Plus Twingo range-topping equipment:

• Specific new sports seats with additional lateral support
• New 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback, steering wheel-mounted remote controls and Bluetooth® (hands-free calls, voice recognition, audio streaming) and RCA connectivity
• Manual climate control
• Cruise control with speed limiter
• Independent sliding rear seats with head rests

* coated fabric
** split leather

OPTIONS (French market)
Price list 2182 (November 2, 2010)

• Blue and black Gordini leather* upholstery €850
• 15-inch blue diamond-effect Turini wheels €100
• Metallic paint €420
• Not equipped with 'Gordini stripes' No charge (stripes removed from bonnet, roof and tailgate)
• Glass panoramic opening sunroof** €590
• Automatic climate control €390
• 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback, steering wheel-mounted remote control, €100 and Bluetooth® and Plug&Music connectivity
• Gordini-badged carpet mats €50
• ESC** €300
• Spare wheel €80

* Bovine leather seat fronts, cushions, backs and head rests; other parts upholstered in coated fabric.
** with TCe 100 version.

REMINDER OF COMPLETE TWINGO RANGE AND PRICES (French market)
Price list 2182 (November 2, 2010)
Access Authentique Expression Rip Curl Gordini Initiale
1.2 LEV 16V
€8,190 €10,350 €10,950 €12,650 €14,500
eco2 Euro5
1.2 16V
€13,350 €15,200
Quickshift*
Euro5
TCe 100 eco2
€14,800 €15,500
Euro5
dCi 75 eco2
€12,200 €12,800 €14,500
Euro5
dCi 85 eco2
€16,550** €17,250
Euro5
* robotised gearbox
** goes on sale on January 2, 2011

Renault unveils Twingo Gordini R.S.

In 2010, Renault has decided to revive the colors of Gordini, a well known préprateur 60s, through two sports models: the Clio and Twingo. Our Gordini Twingo is based on a Twingo, but immediately recognized by the two white stripes legendary. Two colors are available: a black lacquered or as here, the Blue Malta.

Currently, the Renault Twingo RS Gordini only with the souped-up 133 hp 1.6 16V petrol engine. There is soon a second choice, the 1.2 TCE 100 petrol engine. The twaalfhonderdje must have a turbo and produces less horsepower while, but relatively early traction that is available. Moreover, the new addition is also more economical than eenpuntzes. In combination with the RS looks Gordini is simultaneously a sportier alternative to the GT model with the same engine. Prices are not yet known.

Inside, the Gordini treatment adds special blue and black leather throughout the interior, sports seats, blue rev-counter housing with white background and bezel, aluminum pedals, black lacquer-finish centre console and dark-charcoal leather-trimmed dashboard cowl with visible stitching.

The Twingo Gordini R.S. Will be sold in most European markets with prices starting at €14,800 in France.




Press Release

RENAULT EXTENDS ITS GORDINI LINE-UP

• The appeal of Twingo Gordini R.S. and Clio Gordini R.S. to a younger, but also more feminine market has seen sales of Renault Sport models grow. To build on this success, Renault has decided to extend its catalogue of 'French Touch' cars with the introduction of Twingo Gordini which slots into the Twingo range instead of the GT version.

• Twingo Gordini targets motorists who are looking for a combination of French style and great dynamics. In addition to its Gordini cues, the newcomer boasts a particularly well-appointed interior.

• Twingo Gordini marks the availability of unprecedented equipment for the Twingo range, including new sports seats with additional lateral support and 15-inch diamond-effect wheels (depending on market). The options list also includes Gordini-badged blue and black leather* upholstery.

• Twingo Gordini will be marketed across most of Europe. Order books for the TCe 100hp version are already open in France, with prices starting from €14,800.

A NEW ADDITION TO THE SUCCESSFUL GORDINI LINE-UP

The Gordini range is Renault's modern take on Gordini's world which is appealing to an increasing
number of motorists who want a car with a truly exclusive temperament. In a matter of months,
Renault has successfully applied its French Touch hallmark to its sporty R.S. versions.

• The French Touch hallmark has boosted sales of Renault Sport models:
  • With a market share of almost 25 percent of the five main European countries (up five points), Twingo RS is the second best-selling hot hatch, while Clio R.S. is second in its class thanks to a market share of 20.1 percent (up four points).
  • This success is due to the new Gordini versions which account for around two-thirds of Twingo R.S. sales and one-third of Clio R.S. sales in Europe.

* Bovine leather seat fronts, cushions, backs and head rests; other parts upholstered in coated fabric.

• Emergence of a community: Gordini's bespoke Facebook page already has more than 28,000 fans, while the iPhone® application has been downloaded more than 115,000 times. The Facebook community's profile differs from that of the conventional R.S. models, in that it is more feminine (twice as many lady fans) and is an average 15 years younger.

• French Touch appeal: nine customers in ten choose the blue livery, while only one percent of buyers order the car without its white stripes. These statistics point to the draw of the Gordini versions' livery and the timeless appeal of their looks. The Gordini line-up has enabled Renault to extend its reach to a younger, more feminine audience, with Twingo R.S.'s market share up by five percentage points in the 30/40 age group and by two points with regard to lady buyers.

Renault has decided to extend the range with the launch of Twingo Gordini which is poised to
reinforce the image of the brand's small city car. The new French Touch version replaces Twingo
GT and targets customers looking for a dynamic vehicle with sporty looks. It also provides Twingo
buyers looking for chic, sporty styling with a chance to profit from the Gordini name.

TIMELESS STYLING CUES

• Exterior Gordini features:
  • A Malte Blue metallic finish incorporating the two legendary white Gordini stripes plus matching white styling details and accessories (foglamp surrounds, exterior mirror housings, rear spoiler). Pearlescent Black and Glacier White versions are also available. In the case of the latter, the styling details and accessories are picked out in Cold Metal Grey.

• Interior Gordini features:
  • Mixed leather*/fabric upholstery with embroidered Gordini badging and visible white stitching.
  • Blue leather* door trim inserts with visible white stitching.
  • Blue leather-trimmed** steering wheel with visible stitching and two white stripes to indicate the straight ahead position.
  • Blue metal 'Gordini' gear lever knob and blue leather** gear lever bellows.
  • Leather*-trimmed dashboard cowl with visible stitching.
  • Black lacquer-finish centre console.Blue rev-counter with white background and bezel.
  • Aluminium pedal pads.

• With regard to equipment, Twingo Gordini delivers the best of the Twingo range, including manual or automatic climate control (depending on market), cruise control with speed limiter, 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback and Bluetooth® connectivity (hands-free calls, voice recognition, audio streaming) and independent sliding rear seats.

* coated fabric
** split leather

Twingo Gordini can also be ordered with features previously unavailable for Twingo GT, including Renault Sport-type seats with additional lateral support, mixed blue and black upholstery and even blue or black diamond-effect wheels (depending on market). Leather upholstery, which wasn't available for Twingo GT either, figures on the list of options, too.

PUNCHY ENGINES AND LOW CO2 EMISSIONS

Twingo Gordini is available with a choice of two feisty Euro5-compliant engines:

• With the punchy, responsive TCe 100 engine under the bonnet, Twingo Gordini delivers dynamic performance and is great fun to drive.

• The particulate filter-equipped dCi 85 diesel engine provides an exceptional compromise between driving enjoyment and affordable running costs. Thanks to CO2 emissions of just 100g/km, Twingo Gordini dCi 85 will qualify for the French state's €500 'eco' subsidy when order books for this version open on January 2, 2011.

Twingo Gordini combines chic and sporty styling, dynamic on-road performance and low CO2 emissions which permit it to qualify for the Renault eco2 signature.

Markets: France, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Slovakia.

AVAILABLE COLOURS

• Two metallic finishes: Malte Blue and Pearlescent Black.

• One non-metallic finish: Glacier White (delivered with Cold Metal Grey styling details and stripes).

PRICES AND ENGINES (French market)
Price list 2182 (November 2, 2010)

TCe 100, Renault eco

• Tax-paid price €14,800
• CO2 emissions 132g/km

dCi 85 Renault eco2

• Tax-paid price €16,550
• CO2 emissions 100g/km
• French state 'eco' subsidy - €500

Saving to the customer over the GT version: 3.7 percent.

EQUIPMENT LIST (French market)

Exterior:

• Glacier White finish with Cold Metal Grey 'Gordini stripes' (over bonnet, roof and tailgate)
• 15-inch black diamond-effect Turini alloy wheels
• Specific front and rear bumpers with black crossbar
• Cold Metal Grey foglamp surrounds, exterior mirror housings and sports spoiler
• Extra-tinted rear glass
• Gordini Series badging on the sides

Carefully-appointed, 'French Touch' interior:

• Blue and black Gordini-badged leather*/fabric upholstery
• Blue leather* door trim inserts with visible stitching
• Blue and black leather-trimmed** steering wheel, with two white stripes indicating the
• 'straight ahead' position
• Blue leather** gear lever bellows and Gordini-badged metal gear lever knob
• Blue rev-counter housing with white background and bezel
• Black lacquer-finish centre console
• Dark-charcoal leather-trimmed* dashboard cowl with specific visible stitching
• Aluminium pedal pads

Plus Twingo range-topping equipment:

• Specific new sports seats with additional lateral support
• New 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback, steering wheel-mounted remote controls and Bluetooth® (hands-free calls, voice recognition, audio streaming) and RCA connectivity
• Manual climate control
• Cruise control with speed limiter
• Independent sliding rear seats with head rests

* coated fabric
** split leather

OPTIONS (French market)
Price list 2182 (November 2, 2010)

• Blue and black Gordini leather* upholstery €850
• 15-inch blue diamond-effect Turini wheels €100
• Metallic paint €420
• Not equipped with 'Gordini stripes' No charge (stripes removed from bonnet, roof and tailgate)
• Glass panoramic opening sunroof** €590
• Automatic climate control €390
• 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback, steering wheel-mounted remote control, €100 and Bluetooth® and Plug&Music connectivity
• Gordini-badged carpet mats €50
• ESC** €300
• Spare wheel €80

* Bovine leather seat fronts, cushions, backs and head rests; other parts upholstered in coated fabric.
** with TCe 100 version.

REMINDER OF COMPLETE TWINGO RANGE AND PRICES (French market)
Price list 2182 (November 2, 2010)
Access Authentique Expression Rip Curl Gordini Initiale
1.2 LEV 16V
€8,190 €10,350 €10,950 €12,650 €14,500
eco2 Euro5
1.2 16V
€13,350 €15,200
Quickshift*
Euro5
TCe 100 eco2
€14,800 €15,500
Euro5
dCi 75 eco2
€12,200 €12,800 €14,500
Euro5
dCi 85 eco2
€16,550** €17,250
Euro5
* robotised gearbox
** goes on sale on January 2, 2011

2010 Paris Auto Show: Renault Twizy【Video】

Renault has releases the Twizy mini city car, at the 2010 Paris motor show.

The Renault Twizy Z.E. Concept is an all-electric compact vehicle which features a width of just 1.1 meters, faired wheels and two seats located one behind the other. It previews the brand's future electric models that will be intrododuced from 2011.

There will apparently be two different versions of the Twizy available, one sporting nine horsepower that can hit a top speed of 28 miles per hour and one with 20 horses that can hit 47 mph. A three-and-a-half-hour charge will result in 60 miles of range from the onboard lithium ion battery pack.

The vehicle is powered by a 15-kW electric motor and has a top speed of 47 mph and a range of 60 miles between charges. It features an integrated charger that enables the battery pack to be charged from roadside outlets. On household current, the Twizy can be fully recharged in 3.5 hours.

Renault claims that the EV is good for 60 miles making it perfect for those who have to commute to the city – just make certain that you do not live more than 60 miles return journey. The cost of the Twizy is expected to be around £6000.

Source: Renault






Press Release

TWIZY: A NIMBLE, PRACTICAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR A FRESH APPROACH TO CITY MOTORING

Renault has chosen the 2010 Paris Motor Show to unveil the definitive version of Renault Twizy, a model that ingeniously illustrates Renault's new 'Drive the Change' brand signature. Twizy stands out as a particularly innovative answer to urban motoring:

• Thanks to its innovative concept, assertive character and ultra-compact footprint, Twizy is sure to appeal to active city dwellers looking for a stylish yet particularly practical vehicle.

• It is nimbler than a conventional car, while its acceleration in urban and suburban traffic is comparable to that of a scooter. Twizy offers the driver and passenger - seated one behind the other - protective bodywork, plus the reassuring road holding and braking ability of a four-wheeled vehicle.

• Twizy is an all-electric vehicle, so it doesn't produce any emissions during its use on the road. It is powered by a 15kW (20hp) motor developing 57Nm of torque and delivers all the advantages associated with electric mobility, including a silent ride, smooth acceleration and the immediate availability of maximum torque.

The liveries of the examples displayed on Renault's stand at the Paris Motor Show feature graphic designs conceived by Renault Design to serve as examples of the model's scope for customisation that is sure to appeal to Twizy owners.

Along with Renault Fluence Z.E. and Renault Kangoo Van Z.E., Twizy will be the third model in the Renault Z.E. electric vehicle family to be introduced. It is scheduled for release in the UK in early 2012.

It is already possible to place pre-orders for Renault Twizy at www.renault-ze.com

Twizy will be manufactured in Valladolid, Spain.

An innovative response to the challenge of urban mobility

A unique concept

The ultra-compact footprint of Twizy (length: 2.32 metres / width: 1.19 metres / height: 1.46 metres) is ideally suited to city motoring. Twizy will clearly appeal to busy, car-owning city dwellers looking for a second vehicle, as well as to younger drivers interested in a safe way to gain experience in traffic thanks to the availability of a version that will not require a driver's licence (depending on country).

Although its compact dimensions are likely to prompt comparisons with the world of scooters, Twizy delivers all the fundamentals associated with any car, namely four wheels, a steering wheel and pedals, plus an enveloping body for two occupants sitting in tandem, one behind the other.

A unique design

Twizy combines real character with a resolutely modern design that boasts sweeping lines, open bodywork, original gull wing doors and a full windscreen which extends over the top of the car to form a large glazed area, not to mention the model's original lighting signature.

Twizy buyers are likely to be sensitive to new design trends and will be able to customise their vehicle thanks to a wide choice of graphics available from launch.

TWIZY CUSTOMISED BY RENAULT DESIGN AT THE PARIS SHOW

The Paris Motor Show will see Renault display three Renault Twizys sporting customised liveries conceived by Renault Design.

The graphics of Twizy Dot Dot's design place the emphasis on elegance, Twizy Circuit takes its cues from the computer-generated imagery associated with science fiction films, and Renault Twizy Totem combines high-energy colours with tribal forms.

Nine other examples will be visible in virtual form, and visitors to Renault's stand at the Paris Motor Show (or to www.renault-ze.com) will be invited to vote for the customised Twizy they prefer from the 12 creations proposed by Renault Design.

The design which receives the highest number of votes will serve as inspiration for a limited edition version that will go on sale in 2011.

As nimble and practical as a scooter, with far superior occupant protection

Twizy's nimble handling makes it ideal for motoring in and about town. Thanks to its extremely compact footprint and a turning circle of just 3.4 metres, Twizy has no trouble finding parking space in built-up areas where micro city cars give up and look elsewhere.

Twizy's motor delivers maximum torque (57Nm; four times that of a three-wheeled 125cc scooter) the instant it is switched on. Renault Twizy consequently accelerates crisply from standstill and performs briskly in traffic. A top speed of 47mph also ensures that Twizy is at home in suburban traffic and on busy ring roads, etc. In some countries, a version limited to 28 mph will be available.

A particularly practical solution:

• Twizy's enveloping body and side deflectors combine the enjoyment of open-air motoring with protection from the elements. Additional lower door panels are available to provide even more effective shielding against wind and rain.

• The amount of in-car stowage space is ideally suited to the needs of owners travelling to and from work, or to and from the shops. A 31-litre lockable cubby - ideal for a briefcase or limited shopping - is readily accessible underneath the rear seat. The capacity of this locker can easily be increased to 55 litres. There are also three litres of stowage space either side of the steering wheel.

Easy to drive:

• Driving Twizy is a different, yet enjoyable and intuitive experience. Acceleration is smooth, torque is instantly available and the motor is particularly quiet.

• Dashboard information includes an econometer and a range gauge. Both are very clear and ensure that drivers feel immediately at home behind the wheel.

Twizy provides a standard of safety performance superior to that of a scooter.

Twizy's bodywork, for example, is far more visible in traffic to other road users. In the case of a head-on collision, both occupants are protected by a deformable structure, while the outboard position of the four wheels and the lateral beams located either side of the chassis provide protection should the vehicle be involved in a side-on impact. The safety retention systems include a driver's airbag, a four-point harness at the front and a three-point safety belt at the rear. Also, since Twizy's occupants are protected and held in place, they are under no legal requirement to wear any sort of protective gear (crash helmet, protective clothing, etc.). Thanks to its four-wheeled chassis and extremely low centre of gravity, Twizy delivers a reassuringly stable ride, while disc brakes all-round ensure precise, efficient stopping power.

An all-electric vehicle for zero-emission motoring (during road use)

Renault Twizy's carefully honed weight - 450kg, including batteries (100kg) - is directly beneficial to its range which stands at 60 miles (combined cycle). Its battery is also particularly easy to charge thanks to an extendable spiral cable stored beneath a flap at the front of the vehicle. Thanks to an integrated charger, this cable is also compatible with roadside battery charging facilities. An adapter permits this cable to be plugged into any 220V 10A household electrical supply.

The battery fully charges in three-and-a-half hours.

Twizy will go on sale in Europe at the end of 2011 with a price tag similar to that of a three-wheeled scooter. For the UK, launch is planned for the first quarter of 2012. Like the other models that make up the Renault Z.E. range, customers will be able to take out a monthly subscription to cover battery rental and associated services.

RENAULT TWIZY - Technical Specification

DIMENSIONS
Standard rims (inches)		13
Length (mm)		2,320
Width (mm)		1,191
Height (mm)		1,461
Wheelbase (mm)		1,684
Front/rear track (mm)		1,050/1,036
Front/rear overhang (mm)		292/345
Kerb weight (kg)		450 (with 100kg battery)
Standard tyres (front/rear)		125x80 R13 / 145x80 R13
MOTOR
Type		Electric
Transmission		Direct drive with reducer and forward/reverse inverter
Maximum continuous power (EEC) (45kph version/75kph version)		4kW (5hp)/8kW (10hp)
Maximum peak power (EEC)(45kph version/75kph version)		7kW (9hp)/15kW (20hp)
Maximum torque EEC (Nm)		57
BATTERY
Type		Lithium-ion
NEDC combined cycle range		60 miles
PERFORMANCE
Top speed	47 mph

2010 Paris Auto Show: Renault Twizy【Video】

Renault has releases the Twizy mini city car, at the 2010 Paris motor show.

The Renault Twizy Z.E. Concept is an all-electric compact vehicle which features a width of just 1.1 meters, faired wheels and two seats located one behind the other. It previews the brand's future electric models that will be intrododuced from 2011.

There will apparently be two different versions of the Twizy available, one sporting nine horsepower that can hit a top speed of 28 miles per hour and one with 20 horses that can hit 47 mph. A three-and-a-half-hour charge will result in 60 miles of range from the onboard lithium ion battery pack.

The vehicle is powered by a 15-kW electric motor and has a top speed of 47 mph and a range of 60 miles between charges. It features an integrated charger that enables the battery pack to be charged from roadside outlets. On household current, the Twizy can be fully recharged in 3.5 hours.

Renault claims that the EV is good for 60 miles making it perfect for those who have to commute to the city – just make certain that you do not live more than 60 miles return journey. The cost of the Twizy is expected to be around £6000.

Source: Renault






Press Release

TWIZY: A NIMBLE, PRACTICAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR A FRESH APPROACH TO CITY MOTORING

Renault has chosen the 2010 Paris Motor Show to unveil the definitive version of Renault Twizy, a model that ingeniously illustrates Renault's new 'Drive the Change' brand signature. Twizy stands out as a particularly innovative answer to urban motoring:

• Thanks to its innovative concept, assertive character and ultra-compact footprint, Twizy is sure to appeal to active city dwellers looking for a stylish yet particularly practical vehicle.

• It is nimbler than a conventional car, while its acceleration in urban and suburban traffic is comparable to that of a scooter. Twizy offers the driver and passenger - seated one behind the other - protective bodywork, plus the reassuring road holding and braking ability of a four-wheeled vehicle.

• Twizy is an all-electric vehicle, so it doesn't produce any emissions during its use on the road. It is powered by a 15kW (20hp) motor developing 57Nm of torque and delivers all the advantages associated with electric mobility, including a silent ride, smooth acceleration and the immediate availability of maximum torque.

The liveries of the examples displayed on Renault's stand at the Paris Motor Show feature graphic designs conceived by Renault Design to serve as examples of the model's scope for customisation that is sure to appeal to Twizy owners.

Along with Renault Fluence Z.E. and Renault Kangoo Van Z.E., Twizy will be the third model in the Renault Z.E. electric vehicle family to be introduced. It is scheduled for release in the UK in early 2012.

It is already possible to place pre-orders for Renault Twizy at www.renault-ze.com

Twizy will be manufactured in Valladolid, Spain.

An innovative response to the challenge of urban mobility

A unique concept

The ultra-compact footprint of Twizy (length: 2.32 metres / width: 1.19 metres / height: 1.46 metres) is ideally suited to city motoring. Twizy will clearly appeal to busy, car-owning city dwellers looking for a second vehicle, as well as to younger drivers interested in a safe way to gain experience in traffic thanks to the availability of a version that will not require a driver's licence (depending on country).

Although its compact dimensions are likely to prompt comparisons with the world of scooters, Twizy delivers all the fundamentals associated with any car, namely four wheels, a steering wheel and pedals, plus an enveloping body for two occupants sitting in tandem, one behind the other.

A unique design

Twizy combines real character with a resolutely modern design that boasts sweeping lines, open bodywork, original gull wing doors and a full windscreen which extends over the top of the car to form a large glazed area, not to mention the model's original lighting signature.

Twizy buyers are likely to be sensitive to new design trends and will be able to customise their vehicle thanks to a wide choice of graphics available from launch.

TWIZY CUSTOMISED BY RENAULT DESIGN AT THE PARIS SHOW

The Paris Motor Show will see Renault display three Renault Twizys sporting customised liveries conceived by Renault Design.

The graphics of Twizy Dot Dot's design place the emphasis on elegance, Twizy Circuit takes its cues from the computer-generated imagery associated with science fiction films, and Renault Twizy Totem combines high-energy colours with tribal forms.

Nine other examples will be visible in virtual form, and visitors to Renault's stand at the Paris Motor Show (or to www.renault-ze.com) will be invited to vote for the customised Twizy they prefer from the 12 creations proposed by Renault Design.

The design which receives the highest number of votes will serve as inspiration for a limited edition version that will go on sale in 2011.

As nimble and practical as a scooter, with far superior occupant protection

Twizy's nimble handling makes it ideal for motoring in and about town. Thanks to its extremely compact footprint and a turning circle of just 3.4 metres, Twizy has no trouble finding parking space in built-up areas where micro city cars give up and look elsewhere.

Twizy's motor delivers maximum torque (57Nm; four times that of a three-wheeled 125cc scooter) the instant it is switched on. Renault Twizy consequently accelerates crisply from standstill and performs briskly in traffic. A top speed of 47mph also ensures that Twizy is at home in suburban traffic and on busy ring roads, etc. In some countries, a version limited to 28 mph will be available.

A particularly practical solution:

• Twizy's enveloping body and side deflectors combine the enjoyment of open-air motoring with protection from the elements. Additional lower door panels are available to provide even more effective shielding against wind and rain.

• The amount of in-car stowage space is ideally suited to the needs of owners travelling to and from work, or to and from the shops. A 31-litre lockable cubby - ideal for a briefcase or limited shopping - is readily accessible underneath the rear seat. The capacity of this locker can easily be increased to 55 litres. There are also three litres of stowage space either side of the steering wheel.

Easy to drive:

• Driving Twizy is a different, yet enjoyable and intuitive experience. Acceleration is smooth, torque is instantly available and the motor is particularly quiet.

• Dashboard information includes an econometer and a range gauge. Both are very clear and ensure that drivers feel immediately at home behind the wheel.

Twizy provides a standard of safety performance superior to that of a scooter.

Twizy's bodywork, for example, is far more visible in traffic to other road users. In the case of a head-on collision, both occupants are protected by a deformable structure, while the outboard position of the four wheels and the lateral beams located either side of the chassis provide protection should the vehicle be involved in a side-on impact. The safety retention systems include a driver's airbag, a four-point harness at the front and a three-point safety belt at the rear. Also, since Twizy's occupants are protected and held in place, they are under no legal requirement to wear any sort of protective gear (crash helmet, protective clothing, etc.). Thanks to its four-wheeled chassis and extremely low centre of gravity, Twizy delivers a reassuringly stable ride, while disc brakes all-round ensure precise, efficient stopping power.

An all-electric vehicle for zero-emission motoring (during road use)

Renault Twizy's carefully honed weight - 450kg, including batteries (100kg) - is directly beneficial to its range which stands at 60 miles (combined cycle). Its battery is also particularly easy to charge thanks to an extendable spiral cable stored beneath a flap at the front of the vehicle. Thanks to an integrated charger, this cable is also compatible with roadside battery charging facilities. An adapter permits this cable to be plugged into any 220V 10A household electrical supply.

The battery fully charges in three-and-a-half hours.

Twizy will go on sale in Europe at the end of 2011 with a price tag similar to that of a three-wheeled scooter. For the UK, launch is planned for the first quarter of 2012. Like the other models that make up the Renault Z.E. range, customers will be able to take out a monthly subscription to cover battery rental and associated services.

RENAULT TWIZY - Technical Specification

DIMENSIONS
Standard rims (inches)		13
Length (mm)		2,320
Width (mm)		1,191
Height (mm)		1,461
Wheelbase (mm)		1,684
Front/rear track (mm)		1,050/1,036
Front/rear overhang (mm)		292/345
Kerb weight (kg)		450 (with 100kg battery)
Standard tyres (front/rear)		125x80 R13 / 145x80 R13
MOTOR
Type		Electric
Transmission		Direct drive with reducer and forward/reverse inverter
Maximum continuous power (EEC) (45kph version/75kph version)		4kW (5hp)/8kW (10hp)
Maximum peak power (EEC)(45kph version/75kph version)		7kW (9hp)/15kW (20hp)
Maximum torque EEC (Nm)		57
BATTERY
Type		Lithium-ion
NEDC combined cycle range		60 miles
PERFORMANCE
Top speed	47 mph