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RENAULT UNVEILS MEGANE RENAULTSPORT R26.R 07/08/2008 New limited edition Mégane Renaultsport R26.R made its worldwide debut at the British International Motor Show on 22 July, 2008. Developed from the Mégane Renaultsport 230 F1 Team R26, the R26.R retains the same engine, gearbox and limited slip differential but with a significant weight reduction of 123kg Achieves new lap record of the Nürburgring of 8m 17s, the fastest for a front-wheel-drive production car. Features from the world of racing with a carbon bonnet, polycarbonate windows, Sabelt race seats and six-point harnesses. Optional roll cage and titanium exhaust. Priced at £22,990 Limited to 450 examples worldwide, 230 of which will come to the UK. On sale from October. The Mégane Renaultsport 230 F1 Team R26 was launched in November 2006 and has enjoyed a great success. Using this base, Renaultsport launch an extreme version, the Mégane Renaultsport R26.R. Developed by Renault Sport Technologies, the Mégane R26.R joins the family that also comprises the Clio Renaultsport 197, Mégane Renaultsport 225, Mégane Renaultsport dCi 175 and, from September, the Twingo Renaultsport 133. Since the launch in April 2004, the family of Mégane Renaultsport has sold more than 20,000 units in almost 30 countries. The launch of this ultimate version underlines Renault Sport Technologies? role as a leading manufacturer of high performance cars. Mégane R26.R has been developed to: -offer customers who enjoy trackdays a car with an unrivalled performance per pound ratio -be an enthusiast?s icon Radical looks Renault Sport Technologies have given the Mégane R26.R visual differences that mark out the car at first glance. The carbon fibre bonnet and new 18? alloy wheels in red are the main visual clues together with a new rear spoiler, plus R26.R decals and logos and tinted polycarbonate in place of glass in the tailgate and rear side windows. The car is available in seven colours, two of which are new to the Mégane, Racing Blue and Renault i.d. Lunar Grey and one is brand new, Renault i.d. Pearlescent White. Inside the R26.R the atmosphere is as radical as the outside. Competition seats with a carbon fibre shell are supplied by Sabelt who also supply the six-point harnesses, the first time that this form of restraint has been homologated in a production car. Conventional lap and diagonal seat belts can be fitted as an accessory. No rear seat is fitted. The steering wheel and gearlever gaiter are in leather and suede. A plaque shows the production number for each country, 230 for the UK, 126 for France and the remainder split between Germany, Spain and Switzerland. for further information visit: www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/meganer26r/
RENAULT'S FIRST 4x4 CROSSOVER, KOLEOS, 11/07/2008 Renault?s new 4x4 crossover, Koleos, arrived on UK shores and straight away provided a VIP service for 1000 guests at the British Grand Prix. Koleos was used as the official transport from the Turweston Flight Centre to the Silverstone Circuit. By travelling cross-country, guests were able to get to the circuit without travelling on any road and avoiding any traffic hold-up. Over the three days of the Grand Prix, 50 Koleos were used by the Turweston Flight Centre. Their Director, David Owen, said, "Renault's new 4x4 crossover Koleos certainly attracted a lot of interest with a 40% increase in VIP customers taking advantage of our shuttle service. Our guests benefited from the luxurious surroundings and MPV levels of comfort provided by Koleos, whilst its genuine off-road ability allowed it to travel the route to Silverstone Circuit in wet and difficult conditions without problem. We were absolutely delighted with the fleet of Koleos and wouldn't hesitate to shuttle our guests in Renault's Koleos should a future opportunity arise.? Designed by Renault, developed by Nissan and manufactured in Renault Samsung Motors' Busan plant in Korea, Koleos is the fruit of extremely close collaboration between teams from each of these Renault-Nissan Alliance brands. The launch of Koleos marks a decisive step in the brand's development, not only in Europe but across the world. The release of its first 4x4 crossover is a sure sign that Renault has the capacity to take its own genuine stance and completely fresh approach in segments from which it has traditionally been absent. Koleos offers a unique standard of safety and comfort, a parameter that has become a recognised Renault hallmark which is not only clear for all to see but also highly affordable. The release of Koleos sees Renault take the wraps off its first-ever 4x4 crossover, a vehicle designed for getting away from it all, combining an efficient all-wheel drive chassis, the dynamic lines of hatchback and the cabin space of an MPV. Renault has made sure that Koleos has all the necessary genes to ensure that all passengers travel first class and that the new car is easy to use. The seating and suspension provide a high standard of comfort and the driver benefits from outstanding forward visibility thanks to the low-mounted dashboard, while Koleos' split-opening tailgate allows for simple loading. Koleos went on sale in the UK on 4th July priced from £17,995 rising to £24,695, available in two diesel engines and in two or four-wheel drive form. for further information visit: www.koleos.renault.co.uk/#/homepage/
SPEED, STYLE AND SEDUCTION: RENAULT UNVEILS LAGUNA COUPE AT CANNES FILM FESTIVAL AND MONACO GRAND PRIX 20/06/2008 Stunning Laguna Coupé?s first public showing at Cannes Film Festival on Saturday 24th May, driven by Carlos Ghosn, President, Renault. Followed later by two Laguna Coupés being driven around legendary Monaco GP circuit by ING Renault F1 Team test drivers Lucas di Grassi and Romain Grosjean New Laguna flagship to debut two new potent Renault-Nissan Alliance engines: 3.5 V6 240hp and 3.0 V6 dCi 235hp. Active Drive four-wheel-steer chassis also features World show debut at Paris Motor Show in October In keeping with the style and seduction of its latest creation, Renault chose the most glamorous weekend in Europe?s social calendar to take the wraps off of the Laguna Coupé at the Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix. Renault Laguna Coupé will be shown in greater detail at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show and will be available for international media road tests immediately after that. As the spearhead of the Laguna range, it has been designed to offer sheer driving pleasure and plays a key role in Renault's brand's expansion in the luxury end of the market. Renault Laguna Coupé epitomises this savoir-faire when it comes to driving pleasure and quality which is built into its genes and which can be seen in the finish which meets even the most demanding standards. Laguna Coupé will be introduced progressively across the Renault sales network from mid-October featuring a long list of high-end equipment. for further information visit: www.laguna-coupe.com/
CLIO SPORT TOURER 19/06/2008 New Clio Sport Tourer available to order now Prices from £12,095 to £14,495 Available in Dynamique trim Choice of three petrol and two diesel engines Four ?eco²? versions available Expression Summer special edition available in limited numbers priced at £11,215 for the 1.2 16V 75 and £12,365 for the dCi 68 Innovative and versatile features including removable boot floor ? with hidden storage area Clio Sport Tourer offers impressive list of standard equipment Clio size, large car practicality with huge boot space of up to 1,277 litres In UK showrooms now 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. Equally suitable for active lifestyles and family outings, with great levels of comfort and safety you would expect from a Renault, Clio Sport Tourer is available in Dynamique trim priced from £12,095 for the 1.2 16V 75 to £14,495 for the dCi 106. Prices/ engine range Clio Sport Tourer is offered with a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines. Four of the five available are Renault eco² vehicles, meaning they meet a strict criteria of emissions of less than 140 g/km, are 95% recyclable and are manufactured at plants certified to ISO 14001. The engine range line-up includes the 1.2 TCe 100 petrol engine which provides the torque of the 1.6 VVT 111 engine, the power of the 1.4 16V and the economy and emissions of the 1.2 16V 75. The dCi 86 engine has CO² emissions of just 117 g/km and a combined mpg of 64.2. Insurance groups are competitive ranging from 2E to 5E. for further information visit: www.renault.co.uk/cars/model/cliosporttourer/product.aspx
NEW ACTIVE DRIVE WITH FOUR-WHEEL STEERING 21/04/2008 New high-performance GT versions of New Laguna Hatch and Sport Tourer available to order in the UK from 9 May 2008 Featuring innovative Active Drive chassis with four-wheel steering for the ultimate in handling and response Exclusively available with 205hp two-litre turbo petrol engine or 180hp two-litre turbo diesel ? both making their debut in New Laguna Prices start from £21,050 for the Hatch and £22,000 for Sport Tourer New versions feature numerous sport styling touches, including: lateral air-intakes and larger front grille, new 18-inch alloy wheels, smoked rear light clusters and black background to the headlamps Inside, the new models boast GT-embossed leather/alcantara sports seats, drilled aluminium pedals, aluminium gearknob and GT steering wheel Equipment and pricing The Laguna GT range builds on the Dynamique S equipment level and adds: Active Drive chassis 18" Celsium alloy wheels and 225/45 Bridgestone Potenza tyres GT front bumper Body coloured lower rear bumper Dark background to the headlamps Smoked rear tail lamps Pearl black finish to door mirrors 120W single CD/radio with MP3 CD reader Sports front sports seats (note: electrical operation and heating is optional) GT steering wheel and gear knob Aluminium pedals Metallic paint Rear parking sensors Hands-free Renault card
31 RENAULT MODELS EXEMPT FROM NEW EMISSIONS RELATED CONGESTION CHARGE 15/02/2008 London residents, business commuters and tourist visitors could benefit if they drive a Renault following Mayor Ken Livingstone?s new Emission Related Congestion Charge scheme announcement, with 31 cars in Renault?s range falling into the 120 g/km CO2 emissions or under bracket meaning they are exempt from any charge. Today?s announcement, applicable from 27th October 2008, means that Euro 4 cars in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) Bands A and B up to and including 120 g/km will receive a 100 per cent discount (£0) when they travel in around the UK?s Capital City. No less than 31 of Renault?s current model line-up qualify for the zero cost category from small cars like Clio to larger, family cars like the Mégane. Even drivers who have a licence to drive automatic only vehicles can take advantage of the discount by opting for a Renault with a robotised gearbox available with the dCi 86 engines on Modus. Driving a Band A or B environmentally-friendly vehicle doesn?t mean you have to compromise on power either, even in a larger vehicle like the Mégane, with the powerful-yet-frugal dCi 106 six-speed forming part of Renault?s congestion charge friendly line-up. In total, Renault offers four Clio Campus, four Clio three-door, four Clio five-door, two Modus, four Grand Modus, five Mégane Sport Hatch and eight Mégane Hatch?s that all use the dCi 65, 68, 86, 86 Quickshift5 and 106 engines. With prices ranging from £7,995 to £16,295 for those Renaults falling into the £0 charge category, driving a Renault is not only helpful to the environment but also good for your bank balance too! The news that 31 of Renault?s current range fall into the exempt-from-charge category is no surprise considering Renault?s commitment to producing eco² vehicles. Renault?s 76-strong line-up of eco² cars must meet three global environmental standards: they are produced in an ISO-14001-certified plant, their CO2 emissions do not exceed 140g/km (or are biofuel-compatible) and, in addition to being 95% reusable at the end of their life, at least 5% of the plastics they contain have been recycled. In 2006, Renault President and CEO, Carlos Ghosn outlined the company?s objective for even further environmental improvement in the three-year ?Renault Commitment 2009? plan by declaring that Renault will sell one million cars emitting less than 140 grams of CO2, of which one third will emit less than 120g/km.
RENAULT ANNOUNCES NEW MODUS AND GRAND MODUS PRICING 14/12/2007 New Modus and Grand Modus available to order now Available in two trim levels, Expression and Dynamique and three petrol, two diesel engines New Modus priced from £9,650 to £12,550 Grand Modus priced from £10,250 to £13,400 Grand Modus increases in length by 242mm compared to current Modus In UK showrooms from February 2008 Renault has a reputation for breaking the mould with innovative new products, and when it comes to MPVs, Renault is the pioneer. With the launch of Grand Modus, Renault has used its expertise to create a versatile, stylish, practical and spacious MPV which has all it takes to become the main car in any household. With an extra 16 centimetres in length (4,034mm), generous luggage space (up to 410 litres), and sliding 60:40 split or fold-flat rear bench, Grand Modus' sheer versatility makes ideal for uses like family holidays or weekends with friends. The bright and airy interior, roominess enhance travelling comfort for all occupants. There are plenty of storage spaces too, making Grand Modus extremely practical. Grand Modus' wheelbase increases by +93mm. New Modus (3,784mm) combines compact dimensions and city car agility with an elegant new design and benchmark comfort. It is aimed at multi-car households in search of a small but practical car. Wide range of engine choice Both Grand Modus and New Modus are based on the B platform shared by the Renault-Nissan Alliance - a hallmark of comfort and efficiency. Both vehicles come with a wide range of environmentally-friendly engines that are high-performance and fuel-efficient. They include the much-acclaimed 1.2 TCE (Turbo Control Efficiency) 100 and the dCi 68, 86 and 106. In addition to its outstanding CO2 emission performance, the new Modus family is 'eco-engineered', as demonstrated by its instrument panel that drew accolades in 2005 for using 4.5kg of recycled plastic. Five of the six powerplants available meet the standards of Renault's eCO2environmental appellation. New Modus is available with three petrol engines, 1.2 16V 75, 1.2 TCE 100 and 1.6 VVT 111 Automatic, and two diesel engines, dCi 68 and 86. Prices start from £9,650 for the Expression 1.2 16V 75, rising to £12,550 for the Dynamique dCi 86 Quickshift5. Grand Modus is available with three petrol engines, 1.2 16V 75, 1.2 TCE 100 and 1.6 VVT 111 Automatic, and two diesel engines, dCi 86 and dCi 106. Prices start from £10,250 for the Expression 1.2 16V 75 rising to £13,400 for the Dynamique dCi 106. For more details visit: www.renault.co.uk/cars/model/modus/product.aspx
RENAULT REVEALS FIRST DETAILS FOR NEW LAGUNA 05/06/2007 With a style inspired by a desire to achieve a dynamic, fluid and elegant appearance, New Laguna also boasts high quality levels, in keeping with its target of being in the top three in its segment for product quality, as outlined in Renault Commitment 2009. Everything about New Laguna has been designed for genuine driving pleasure, combining outstanding ride quality and comfort with top-class handling performance. Among its key features are an impressively light chassis, precise steering and a wide range of engines and gearboxes, offering the perfect blend of high performance and fuel economy. The New Laguna offers elegant exterior style with strong emphasis on driving pleasure, quality and safety. With its roomy interior the New Laguna Hatch is 36mm wider, 10mm longer and 12mm taller than current model, yet an average 15kg lighter. The comprehensive engine line-up in New Laguna offers power between 110hp and 175hp, including three new engines: 1.5 dCi 110, 2.0 dCi 130 and 2.0 16V 140. New Laguna makes its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September before going on sale in the UK on October 12. Full pricing, specification and technical details will be announced closer to launch. for more details visit: www.insidenewlaguna.com

RENAULT UNVEILS MEGANE RENAULTSPORT R26.R

07/08/2008

New limited edition Mégane Renaultsport R26.R made its worldwide debut at the British International Motor Show on 22 July, 2008.
Developed from the Mégane Renaultsport 230 F1 Team R26, the R26.R retains the same engine, gearbox and limited slip differential but with a significant weight reduction of 123kg
Achieves new lap record of the Nürburgring of 8m 17s, the fastest for a front-wheel-drive production car.
Features from the world of racing with a carbon bonnet, polycarbonate windows, Sabelt race seats and six-point harnesses.
Optional roll cage and titanium exhaust.
Priced at £22,990
Limited to 450 examples worldwide, 230 of which will come to the UK. On sale from October.

The Mégane Renaultsport 230 F1 Team R26 was launched in November 2006 and has enjoyed a great success. Using this base, Renaultsport launch an extreme version, the Mégane Renaultsport R26.R. Developed by Renault Sport Technologies, the Mégane R26.R joins the family that also comprises the Clio Renaultsport 197, Mégane Renaultsport 225, Mégane Renaultsport dCi 175 and, from September, the Twingo Renaultsport 133. Since the launch in April 2004, the family of Mégane Renaultsport has sold more than 20,000 units in almost 30 countries.

The launch of this ultimate version underlines Renault Sport Technologies? role as a leading manufacturer of high performance cars.

Mégane R26.R has been developed to:

-offer customers who enjoy trackdays a car with an unrivalled performance per pound ratio

-be an enthusiast?s icon

Radical looks

Renault Sport Technologies have given the Mégane R26.R visual differences that mark out the car at first glance. The carbon fibre bonnet and new 18? alloy wheels in red are the main visual clues together with a new rear spoiler, plus R26.R decals and logos and tinted polycarbonate in place of glass in the tailgate and rear side windows. The car is available in seven colours, two of which are new to the Mégane, Racing Blue and Renault i.d. Lunar Grey and one is brand new, Renault i.d. Pearlescent White.

Inside the R26.R the atmosphere is as radical as the outside. Competition seats with a carbon fibre shell are supplied by Sabelt who also supply the six-point harnesses, the first time that this form of restraint has been homologated in a production car. Conventional lap and diagonal seat belts can be fitted as an accessory. No rear seat is fitted. The steering wheel and gearlever gaiter are in leather and suede. A plaque shows the production number for each country, 230 for the UK, 126 for France and the remainder split between Germany, Spain and Switzerland.

for further information visit:
www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/meganer26r/

RENAULT'S FIRST 4x4 CROSSOVER, KOLEOS,

11/07/2008

Renault?s new 4x4 crossover, Koleos, arrived on UK shores and straight away provided a VIP service for 1000 guests at the British Grand Prix. Koleos was used as the official transport from the Turweston Flight Centre to the Silverstone Circuit. By travelling cross-country, guests were able to get to the circuit without travelling on any road and avoiding any traffic hold-up.

Over the three days of the Grand Prix, 50 Koleos were used by the Turweston Flight Centre. Their Director, David Owen, said, "Renault's new 4x4 crossover Koleos certainly attracted a lot of interest with a 40% increase in VIP customers taking advantage of our shuttle service. Our guests benefited from the luxurious surroundings and MPV levels of comfort provided by Koleos, whilst its genuine off-road ability allowed it to travel the route to Silverstone Circuit in wet and difficult conditions without problem. We were absolutely delighted with the fleet of Koleos and wouldn't hesitate to shuttle our guests in Renault's Koleos should a future opportunity arise.?

Designed by Renault, developed by Nissan and manufactured in Renault Samsung Motors' Busan plant in Korea, Koleos is the fruit of extremely close collaboration between teams from each of these Renault-Nissan Alliance brands.

The launch of Koleos marks a decisive step in the brand's development, not only in Europe but across the world. The release of its first 4x4 crossover is a sure sign that Renault has the capacity to take its own genuine stance and completely fresh approach in segments from which it has traditionally been absent. Koleos offers a unique standard of safety and comfort, a parameter that has become a recognised Renault hallmark which is not only clear for all to see but also highly affordable.

The release of Koleos sees Renault take the wraps off its first-ever 4x4 crossover, a vehicle designed for getting away from it all, combining an efficient all-wheel drive chassis, the dynamic lines of hatchback and the cabin space of an MPV. Renault has made sure that Koleos has all the necessary genes to ensure that all passengers travel first class and that the new car is easy to use. The seating and suspension provide a high standard of comfort and the driver benefits from outstanding forward visibility thanks to the low-mounted dashboard, while Koleos' split-opening tailgate allows for simple loading.

Koleos went on sale in the UK on 4th July priced from £17,995 rising to £24,695, available in two diesel engines and in two or four-wheel drive form.

for further information visit:
www.koleos.renault.co.uk/#/homepage/

SPEED, STYLE AND SEDUCTION: RENAULT UNVEILS LAGUNA COUPE AT CANNES FILM FESTIVAL AND MONACO GRAND PRIX

20/06/2008

Stunning Laguna Coupé?s first public showing at Cannes Film Festival on Saturday 24th May, driven by Carlos Ghosn, President, Renault. Followed later by two Laguna Coupés being driven around legendary Monaco GP circuit by ING Renault F1 Team test drivers Lucas di Grassi and Romain Grosjean

New Laguna flagship to debut two new potent Renault-Nissan Alliance engines: 3.5 V6 240hp and 3.0 V6 dCi 235hp. Active Drive four-wheel-steer chassis also features World show debut at Paris Motor Show in October

In keeping with the style and seduction of its latest creation, Renault chose the most glamorous weekend in Europe?s social calendar to take the wraps off of the Laguna Coupé at the Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix.

Renault Laguna Coupé will be shown in greater detail at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show and will be available for international media road tests immediately after that. As the spearhead of the Laguna range, it has been designed to offer sheer driving pleasure and plays a key role in Renault's brand's expansion in the luxury end of the market. Renault Laguna Coupé epitomises this savoir-faire when it comes to driving pleasure and quality which is built into its genes and which can be seen in the finish which meets even the most demanding standards. Laguna Coupé will be introduced progressively across the Renault sales network from mid-October featuring a long list of high-end equipment.

for further information visit:
www.laguna-coupe.com/

CLIO SPORT TOURER

19/06/2008

New Clio Sport Tourer available to order now

Prices from £12,095 to £14,495

Available in Dynamique trim

Choice of three petrol and two diesel engines

Four ?eco²? versions available Expression Summer special edition available in limited numbers priced at £11,215 for the 1.2 16V 75 and £12,365 for the dCi 68

Innovative and versatile features including removable boot floor ? with hidden storage area

Clio Sport Tourer offers impressive list of standard equipment

Clio size, large car practicality with huge boot space of up to 1,277 litres

In UK showrooms now

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.

Equally suitable for active lifestyles and family outings, with great levels of comfort and safety you would expect from a Renault, Clio Sport Tourer is available in Dynamique trim priced from £12,095 for the 1.2 16V 75 to £14,495 for the dCi 106.

Prices/ engine range

Clio Sport Tourer is offered with a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines. Four of the five available are Renault eco² vehicles, meaning they meet a strict criteria of emissions of less than 140 g/km, are 95% recyclable and are manufactured at plants certified to ISO 14001.

The engine range line-up includes the 1.2 TCe 100 petrol engine which provides the torque of the 1.6 VVT 111 engine, the power of the 1.4 16V and the economy and emissions of the 1.2 16V 75. The dCi 86 engine has CO² emissions of just 117 g/km and a combined mpg of 64.2.

Insurance groups are competitive ranging from 2E to 5E.

for further information visit:
www.renault.co.uk/cars/model/cliosporttourer/product.aspx

NEW ACTIVE DRIVE WITH FOUR-WHEEL STEERING

21/04/2008

New high-performance GT versions of New Laguna Hatch and Sport Tourer available to order in the UK from 9 May 2008 Featuring innovative Active Drive chassis with four-wheel steering for the ultimate in handling and response Exclusively available with 205hp two-litre turbo petrol engine or 180hp two-litre turbo diesel ? both making their debut in New Laguna Prices start from £21,050 for the Hatch and £22,000 for Sport Tourer New versions feature numerous sport styling touches, including: lateral air-intakes and larger front grille, new 18-inch alloy wheels, smoked rear light clusters and black background to the headlamps Inside, the new models boast GT-embossed leather/alcantara sports seats, drilled aluminium pedals, aluminium gearknob and GT steering wheel

Equipment and pricing

The Laguna GT range builds on the Dynamique S equipment level and adds:

Active Drive chassis

18" Celsium alloy wheels and 225/45 Bridgestone Potenza tyres

GT front bumper

Body coloured lower rear bumper

Dark background to the headlamps Smoked rear tail lamps

Pearl black finish to door mirrors

120W single CD/radio with MP3 CD reader

Sports front sports seats (note: electrical operation and heating is optional) GT steering wheel and gear knob

Aluminium pedals

Metallic paint

Rear parking sensors

Hands-free Renault card

31 RENAULT MODELS EXEMPT FROM NEW EMISSIONS RELATED CONGESTION CHARGE

15/02/2008

London residents, business commuters and tourist visitors could benefit if they drive a Renault following Mayor Ken Livingstone?s new Emission Related Congestion Charge scheme announcement, with 31 cars in Renault?s range falling into the 120 g/km CO2 emissions or under bracket meaning they are exempt from any charge.

Today?s announcement, applicable from 27th October 2008, means that Euro 4 cars in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) Bands A and B up to and including 120 g/km will receive a 100 per cent discount (£0) when they travel in around the UK?s Capital City.

No less than 31 of Renault?s current model line-up qualify for the zero cost category from small cars like Clio to larger, family cars like the Mégane.

Even drivers who have a licence to drive automatic only vehicles can take advantage of the discount by opting for a Renault with a robotised gearbox available with the dCi 86 engines on Modus. Driving a Band A or B environmentally-friendly vehicle doesn?t mean you have to compromise on power either, even in a larger vehicle like the Mégane, with the powerful-yet-frugal dCi 106 six-speed forming part of Renault?s congestion charge friendly line-up.

In total, Renault offers four Clio Campus, four Clio three-door, four Clio five-door, two Modus, four Grand Modus, five Mégane Sport Hatch and eight Mégane Hatch?s that all use the dCi 65, 68, 86, 86 Quickshift5 and 106 engines.

With prices ranging from £7,995 to £16,295 for those Renaults falling into the £0 charge category, driving a Renault is not only helpful to the environment but also good for your bank balance too!

The news that 31 of Renault?s current range fall into the exempt-from-charge category is no surprise considering Renault?s commitment to producing eco² vehicles. Renault?s 76-strong line-up of eco² cars must meet three global environmental standards: they are produced in an ISO-14001-certified plant, their CO2 emissions do not exceed 140g/km (or are biofuel-compatible) and, in addition to being 95% reusable at the end of their life, at least 5% of the plastics they contain have been recycled.

In 2006, Renault President and CEO, Carlos Ghosn outlined the company?s objective for even further environmental improvement in the three-year ?Renault Commitment 2009? plan by declaring that Renault will sell one million cars emitting less than 140 grams of CO2, of which one third will emit less than 120g/km.

RENAULT ANNOUNCES NEW MODUS AND GRAND MODUS PRICING

14/12/2007

New Modus and Grand Modus available to order now
Available in two trim levels, Expression and Dynamique and three petrol, two diesel engines
New Modus priced from £9,650 to £12,550
Grand Modus priced from £10,250 to £13,400
Grand Modus increases in length by 242mm compared to current Modus
In UK showrooms from February 2008

Renault has a reputation for breaking the mould with innovative new products, and when it comes to MPVs, Renault is the pioneer. With the launch of Grand Modus, Renault has used its expertise to create a versatile, stylish, practical and spacious MPV which has all it takes to become the main car in any household.

With an extra 16 centimetres in length (4,034mm), generous luggage space (up to 410 litres), and sliding 60:40 split or fold-flat rear bench, Grand Modus' sheer versatility makes ideal for uses like family holidays or weekends with friends. The bright and airy interior, roominess enhance travelling comfort for all occupants. There are plenty of storage spaces too, making Grand Modus extremely practical. Grand Modus' wheelbase increases by +93mm.

New Modus (3,784mm) combines compact dimensions and city car agility with an elegant new design and benchmark comfort. It is aimed at multi-car households in search of a small but practical car.

Wide range of engine choice Both Grand Modus and New Modus are based on the B platform shared by the Renault-Nissan Alliance - a hallmark of comfort and efficiency. Both vehicles come with a wide range of environmentally-friendly engines that are high-performance and fuel-efficient. They include the much-acclaimed 1.2 TCE (Turbo Control Efficiency) 100 and the dCi 68, 86 and 106.

In addition to its outstanding CO2 emission performance, the new Modus family is 'eco-engineered', as demonstrated by its instrument panel that drew accolades in 2005 for using 4.5kg of recycled plastic. Five of the six powerplants available meet the standards of Renault's eCO2environmental appellation.

New Modus is available with three petrol engines, 1.2 16V 75, 1.2 TCE 100 and 1.6 VVT 111 Automatic, and two diesel engines, dCi 68 and 86. Prices start from £9,650 for the Expression 1.2 16V 75, rising to £12,550 for the Dynamique dCi 86 Quickshift5.

Grand Modus is available with three petrol engines, 1.2 16V 75, 1.2 TCE 100 and 1.6 VVT 111 Automatic, and two diesel engines, dCi 86 and dCi 106. Prices start from £10,250 for the Expression 1.2 16V 75 rising to £13,400 for the Dynamique dCi 106.

For more details visit:
www.renault.co.uk/cars/model/modus/product.aspx

RENAULT REVEALS FIRST DETAILS FOR NEW LAGUNA

05/06/2007

With a style inspired by a desire to achieve a dynamic, fluid and elegant appearance, New Laguna also boasts high quality levels, in keeping with its target of being in the top three in its segment for product quality, as outlined in Renault Commitment 2009.

Everything about New Laguna has been designed for genuine driving pleasure, combining outstanding ride quality and comfort with top-class handling performance. Among its key features are an impressively light chassis, precise steering and a wide range of engines and gearboxes, offering the perfect blend of high performance and fuel economy.

The New Laguna offers elegant exterior style with strong emphasis on driving pleasure, quality and safety. With its roomy interior the New Laguna Hatch is 36mm wider, 10mm longer and 12mm taller than current model, yet an average 15kg lighter.

The comprehensive engine line-up in New Laguna offers power between 110hp and 175hp, including three new engines: 1.5 dCi 110, 2.0 dCi 130 and 2.0 16V 140.

New Laguna makes its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September before going on sale in the UK on October 12. Full pricing, specification and technical details will be announced closer to launch.

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