2009 Renault Grand Modus Lafuma Limited Edition

Readily associated with the great outdoors and the environment, the Lafuma brand has long equipped mountaineering enthusiasts. The introduction of the limited edition Grand Modus by Lafuma today sees it turn its attention to a Renault model which epitomizes two values that are shared by both brands: a desire to get away from it all and respect for the environment. This comprehensively equipped MPV (Family Pack with storages and sunblinds, climate control, 40W RadioSat-CD, electric front windows...

Read more 2009 Renault Twingo dCi 85 eco2 Launched

Building on the success of Twingo, which stands out as the best-selling car of its category in France and one of its category's three best-sellers in Europe, Renault has extended the city car's catalogue of diesel engines to include the dCi 85. Twingo dCi 85 eco2 combines enhanced performance and driving pleasure with low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. It joins the range alongside the dCi 65, delivering additional power (+20hp/15kW) and torque (200Nm, up 40Nm), yet CO2 emissions are a...

Read more Renault-Nissan co-developed V6 dCi Diesel engine

The Renault-Nissan Alliance unveiled its brand-new V6 dCi Diesel engine (V9X type) on Laguna Coupe at the Paris motorshow, in October 2008. This engine is the first Diesel V6 engine developed and produced by the Alliance. It will equip upper-range vehicles to meet the growing worldwide demand for engines that are powerful and yet fuel and CO2 efficient. The Alliance cooperation has made it possible for both Renault and Nissan to offer a state-of-the art premium powertrain to their...

Read more 2009 Renault Clio Renaultsport 197 Lux - (UK)

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. In addition to the leather upholstery and climate control, the Lux...

Read more 2009 Renault Megane Coupe, Pricing Announced - (UK)

Following much acclaim for its sporty and aggressive styling at the Paris Motor Show last month, Renault has now confirmed UK pricing for its chic New Mégane Coupé range. Ordering opens early next month, with prices starting from £14,745, ready for the rakish three-door to go head-to-head with rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch and VW Scirocco. At launch, three trim levels will be available: Expression, Dynamique and Privilège, priced £14,745 to £19,195. Continuing the impressive...

Read more 2009 Renault Kangoo Van Range, Launches - (UK)

Renault’s New Kangoo Van range has added a further key selling point to its already extensive weaponry as it prepares to do battle in the hotly contested compact van sector, with confirmation of a 3 year/100,000 mile warranty (first two years unlimited mileage) across the entire range. Like many of its Renault car stablemates launched since the company embarked on its three-year growth plan, Renault Commitment 2009, the New Kangoo Van range benefits from the significant quality gains the...

Read more Video: Renault Sandero Sand Up Concept Car - (Global)

Sand’up Concept is a modular 2+2 coupé that transforms from coupé to cabriolet to pickup on the whim of its passengers. Based on Sandero Stepway – an “urban sport” vehicle only available in Brazil and Argentina, Sand’up Concept goes “topless” to give its four passengers a true cabriolet experience. It features two distinctive aluminum roof rail arches that stretch from the front of the roof to the tail lights. With the rear bench folded down, Sand’up Concept turns into a pick-up. It can also...

Read more 2009 Renault Laguna Coupe First Drive - (Global)

Renault’s all new Laguna Coupe has just been driven by European journalists ahead of going on sale shortly in Western Europe. Leading UK magazine Autocar were at the global launch and drove the range-topping 3.0L turbo diesel V6 with an impressive 175kW and 450Nm of torque. Compared to Renault’s previous large coupe, the extremely avant-garde Avantime, the Laguna Coupe far more conventional, but also far more beautiful. After driving the Renault Laguna Coupe Autocar believe the cabin to...

Read more 2009 Renault Megane Coupe and Laguna Coupe Debut - (UK)

Tonight, several weeks ahead of their official launch, the stunning new Renault Mégane Coupé and Laguna Coupé will make their UK debut in London at the exclusive French Chamber of Commerce Business Club Cocktail. Over 150 members and dignitaries will enjoy a convivial evening sponsored by Renault UK at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington. Fresh from their world unveilings at the Paris motor show, this will be the first time in the UK that the New Mégane Coupé and stunning Laguna Coupé will...

Read more 2009 Renault Megane Coupe, Makes an Appearance ahead of Official Debut

On 21 November 2008, several weeks ahead of its official launch, video game fans will be the very first to get behind the wheel of Renault’s striking New Mégane Coupé. Albeit only on screen, gamers will be able to enjoy the sight and sound of the French marque’s rakish three-door from the comfort, and relative safety, of their own living room as it takes to the streets in the latest edition of the phenomenally successful Need for Speed franchise, entitled Need for Speed Undercover. Renault...

Read more 2009 Renault Megane - (Global)

The all new Renault Megane has just been driven by journalists with the first cars due to start arriving in European showrooms shortly.

Read more New Renault Z.E. Concept Car - (Global)

Alongside its new TCe and dCi engine ranges, Renault is furthering its strategy aimed at reducing CO2 emissions with the development of electric vehicles. Since the beginning of 2008, the Renault-Nissan Alliance has signed agreements with several states and regions ( Israel , Denmark , Portugal , Japan 's Kanagawa prefecture, the state of Tennessee in the USA ), which will lead to the mass marketing of this form of vehicle from 2011.

Read more New 2009 Renault Laguna Coupe - (Global)

Following its reveal at the glamorous Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, the public will get its first chance to inspect Renault Laguna Coupé at close quarters at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. As the spearhead of the Laguna range, it has been designed to offer sheer driving pleasure and plays a key role in Renault's growth plans for the upper-range market.

Read more New 2009 Renault Megane Trophy - (Global)

Having starred in the World Series by Renault - the premier saloon car championship created in 2005 - Mégane Trophy has undergone a raft of radical modifications in readiness for the 2009 season. The most visible change concerns its new body design which takes its inspiration from the lines of New Mégane Coupe. Under the bonnet, a fresh look has also been taken at the Renault-Nissan Alliance's V6 3.5 24V powerplant which now delivers 360hp. At the same time, Renault Sport Technologies has...

Read more New Renault 2009 Clio Renaultsport R3 - (UK)

Clio Renaultsport R3 Access is the new entry level version of the R3 Maxi - developed for customers wishing to compete in rallies. Renault Sport Technologies has used the R3 Maxi as a base to produce an extremely competitive Access version which has opened up the world of rallying to an even wider audience.

Read more New 2009 Renault Megane Coupe - (Global)

Unveiled at this year’s Paris Motor Show, Renault’s New Mégane Coupé is inspired by a passion for cars. Its extremely dynamic frontal-styling feature a grille comprising two outer air-scoops picked out by a satin-finish chrome trim that runs either side of the logo, as well as a central air-intake incorporating a matt-black crossbar. The headlights, which prolong the lines of the two air-scoops, give it a strong, clear personality. The crease lines of the bonnet sweep up the bonnet to the...

Read more New 2009 Renault Kangoo Be Bop - (UK)

Based closely on the Kangoo Compact Concept show car unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, Renault Kangoo be bop is the latest addition to the Kangoo family. Its compact size (3.87m in length), original two-tone colour scheme and exclusive interior appointments of this innovative vehicle combine to give it a particularly strong personality. Its extensive glazed area and four roomy seats afford a sense of space and light. Ideal for escaping the crowd, Kangoo be bop offers open-top motoring...

Read more 2008 Renault Koleos - Rugged And Refined - (Australia)

With extremely high feature levels, a range of 4x2, 4x4, petrol and diesel-powered models, the new Renault Koleos offers the same reassuring drive regardless of the location - around town, on the open road or off the beaten track. “Renault has applied its high standards of safety, engineering and design, along with great value for money, to the SUV market and, as a result, the Koleos is an outstanding vehicle,” says Renault Managing Director, Rudi Koenig. “Customers can choose between 4x2...

Read more 2009 Renault Megane Hatch Pricing - (UK)

Ahead of its much anticipated world debut at the Paris Motor Show next week, Renault has released UK pricing for its stylish New Mégane Hatch range, with ordering due to open on 2nd October 2008. With prices starting from £13,995, the chic and sporty newcomer has been priced aggressively to take on perennial rivals such as the Ford Focus and VW Golf.

Read more 2009 Renault Symbol Eco-C with 74.67mpg - (Global)

Renault's commitment to the development of ecological, economical cars for markets across the world has led to low running costs being built into New Renault Symbol's DNA.

Read more New 2009 Renault Scenic Range - (UK)

The compact MPV pioneer, Renault Scénic, continues to lead the way in the style and practicality stakes. To ensure it stays at the forefront of the highly-competitive sector, it has been revised for the 2009 model year, including the introduction of a new special edition designed to tempt retail buyers.

Read more New 2009 Renault Kangoo Compact and Kangoo Van - (UK)

Europe’s best-selling compact van launches for the first time with two bodystyles, Kangoo Compact and Kangoo Van. With two trim levels and five engines available across the short and standard wheelbase versions, New Kangoo Van now offers an unprecedented 21-model range to cater for every type of professional customer. Whether it be the manoeuvrability and economy of the Compact for smaller deliveries in the cut and thrust of an urban environment, or the larger payload (650kg or 800kg) and 1.5...

Read more Renault Ondelios Concept Car - (Global)

The Paris Motor Show sees the wraps come off Renault’s top-of-the-range concept car, Ondelios, designed for lovers of long-haul travel who set store by comfort and refinement. Ondelios epitomises Renault’s vision of the high-end crossover, combining a comfortable ride with respect for the environment. Clear illustrations of that vision are the vehicle’s design, its interior layout and an original hybrid powertrain.

Read more New 2009 Renault Megane - (Global)

Poised to lay down the gauntlet to its lower-medium rivals, including the next-generation VW Golf, one of this year’s most eagerly-awaited new models, New Mégane, has arrived. Previewed for the first time in five-door form, in the lead-up to its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October, the successor to one of Europe’s best-selling cars ushers in a new era of styling, handling and quality.

Read more 2009 Renault Twingo Renaultsport 133 - (UK)

Twingo Renaultsport 133 is the result of a dual challenge which sought to deliver a car with genuine sporting credentials at the affordable price of £11,550. It is a Renaultsport car through and through, and features the same ingredients that have helped forge the success of its larger siblings, the Clio and Mégane Renaultsport. These include specific styling, coupled with a chassis, engine and braking system engineered for a high standard of performance that is also suited to everyday use....

Read more New 2009 Renault Koleos - (Australia)

The soon-to-be-released Renault Koleos has been awarded a five-star safety rating following the latest round of testing by European safety authority EuroNCAP. Koleos is the tenth model produced by Renault to obtain the maximum five-star score in adult protection and continues the corporate commitment to ensuring safety is a fundamental feature of all Renault vehicles.

Read more New 2009 Renault Twingo GT and Renault Sport - (France)

The Twingo Renault Sport range is simple and attractive: sporty looks, a 133hp 1.6 litre 16V engine and a choice of two chassis (Sport or Cup). The car can be customized to every driver’s taste: exterior and interior Renault Sport detailing is available, along with a multimedia connection point. From the car’s launch, Renault Sport Technologies will offer every customer a service that is unique in the hot hatch segment: Renault Sport Experience driving tuition. This driver training course...

Read more New 2009 Renault Sandero Stepway - (Brazil)

Renault is enriching its vehicle line-up in Mercosur with Renault Sandero Stepway, launched from October in Brazil and then in Argentina. The newcomer’s assertive styling is targeted at sophisticated urban customers looking for a vehicle that sets them apart. Renault Sandero Stepway boasts the same fundamental qualities of roominess and reliability as Renault Sandero, this last quality underscored by a three-year/100,000-km warranty in Brazil.

Read more New 2009 Renault Symbol / Thalia - (Europe)

Renault will shortly be releasing a new three-box model which features expressive, flowing lines. New Renault Symbol exudes an elegance that is underpinned by the status-enhancing design of its front end, as well as by its harmonious styling which is worthy of that of a prestigious saloon. Inside, the driver and passengers will appreciate the comfortable, carefully-appointed cabin. The range of sprightly petrol and diesel engine is at the market's leading edge when it comes to low fuel...

Read more 2009 Renault Clio Specification Changes Announced - (UK)

The Clio three-door range now consists of four trims - Extreme, Rip Curl, Dynamique and Dynamique S. Clio five-door range now has five trim levels available – Expression, Rip Curl, Dynamique, Dynamique S and Initiale.

Read more Renault Sport Hot Hatch Range Heats Up - (Australia)

Renault Australia can now lay claim to having one of the most comprehensive range of ‘hot hatches’ on the market with the addition of two new models to the Renault Sport range.

Read more Video: Renault Megane R26.R Lap Record at Nürburgring - (Global)

The Renault Megane R26.R has set the record for the fastest FWD car to go around the ring.

Read more Renault Alpine shares platform with Nissan 370Z - (Global)

The Alpine marque, much like Abath to Fiat, is set to display a range of new exciting models to expand the brands line-up in the upcoming years. cartribe.co.uk have apparently spoken with the Renaultsport director to discuss the future of the Alpine marque, and any details as to early developments. The question raised was if the new performance based vehicle will be based off the Nissan GT-R.

Read more New Renault Megane Renaultsport R26.R - (UK)

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...

Read more Limited Edition Renault Clio - (UK)

Buoyed by the sale of 30,000 Clio by Rip Curls in more than 20 countries in 2007, Renault is looking to build on its successful partnership with the well known surfing and snowboarding brand Rip Curl with the release of Clio by Rip Curl 2008.

Read more New 2008 Renault Scenic Range - (Europe)

The Scénic range has been revised with a view to making it more efficient and streamlined, as well as to enhance its appeal on the highly competitive compact MPV market. The new Scénic line-up focuses on six equipment levels: Emotion, Latitude, Carminat, Exception, Conquest and Jade. These changes combine with evolutions to the model's interior and exterior styling, as well as upgrades for the different equipment levels and the introduction of option packs.

Read more Renault Unveils a New Model for the First-Time - (Global)

The London International Motor Show at ExCel is set to see some French flair when Renault unveils a new model for the first-time anywhere in the world. Also on display on the Renault stand will be some of this year’s best and freshest new models – of the 12 Renault production cars on display, seven will have made their UK debut in 2008.

Read more Renault Koleos on Sale Now - (UK)

Renault’s new 4x4 crossover, Koleos, has arrived on UK shores and is on sale now. Boasting MPV levels of comfort and interior space combined with robust exterior styling and genuine off-road ability, Koleos’ class-leading standard equipment puts its rivals in the shade.

Read more Renault Announces Price for Twingo RenaultSport 133 - (UK)

This summer is set to be a scorcher, whatever the weather, with the arrival of the newest Renaultsport hot hatch to join the renowned line-up – Twingo Renaultsport 133.

Read more Renault Announces Prices for New Clio Sport Tourer - (UK)

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.

Read more All New Laguna: Driving Pleasure and Peace of Mind - (Australia)

Equipped with the very latest in European diesel and safety technology the all-new Laguna is the most sophisticated car ever produced by Renault.

Read more Megane Renault Sport dCi -Diesel Performance - (Australia)

The launch of Mégane RenaultSport dCi in late 2008 will see the addition of a high-performance diesel five-door hatch to the Renault Australia hot hatch range.

Read more Koleos Breaks Cover - (Australia)

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

Read more R26 Run Extended

Ongoing customer demand for the Special Edition F1 Team R26 Megane hatch has resulted in Renault Australia ordering another 20 cars, on top of the 80 sold in 2007, from the Renault Sport factory in Europe.

Read more Koleos Concept-Adventure Every Day

Renault’s Koleos Concept makes its Australian debut at the 2008 Melbourne International Motorshow as a pre-cursor to the launch of the full production version in October.

Read more Scenic dCi – Family Focussed Diesel

The innovative Scénic is the latest model to join Renault Australia’s diesel-powered vehicle range with the introduction of the automatic-only Scénic Expression dCi.

Read more New Diesel Kangoo-Big News for Small Business

With the addition of a diesel-powered model to the Renault Kangoo range small business owners can now benefit from Kangoo’s clever design while using just 5.3* litres of fuel per 100km.

Read more Clio III RenaultSport - Performance, Passion and Pleasure - (AU)

Performance, passion and driving pleasure were all key priorities for RenaultSport engineers when they started work on the Clio RenaultSport 197. The result is a car engineered to set pulses running.

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