Renault will receive details of "AvtoVAZ"

"AvtoVAZ" will soon be delivering its chassis and engines at the plant ... Renault. This, however, is not about the French companies Renault, but the Moscow "Avtoframos."

According to "Vedomosti", deliveries made in Togliatti, chassis and powertrain to "Avtoframos" will begin in a few weeks. "AvtoVAZ" will be sent to Moscow to nine major elements of the suspension: Front and rear beam axles, engine subframe, steering knuckles pillars and so on.

Recall that "AvtoVAZ" recently began production of the Lada Largus, which is based on the universal French B0 platform (it lies at the heart of Renault Logan, Sandero and Duster). The new production line of "AvtoVAZ" is designed to produce a total of 350,000 vehicles per year, plus have the opportunity to make 50 000 chassis.

Thanks to "AvtoVAZ", the Moscow plant "Avtoframos" can significantly reduce the supply of the chassis from Romania (now "Loganovsky" suspension comes from there). And the landing gear and engines in Russia will not only reduce the cost, how much to reduce the time of delivery. After all, if now part of Romania are five days, from Togliatti, they will be bringing in 1.5 days.

Renault plugs Twizy EVs into Eiffel Tower, raves it up

If you've been slacking on your doctor-recommended dose of electronic beats and French weirdness, Renault has you covered. The company has turned out a new video for its Twizy pod car featuring a gaggle of youth prowling Parisian streets in the early hours of the morning. The fleet of bizarre-looking Twizy EVs descend on the Eiffel Tower for a quick plug-in just in time for the famous landmark to erupt into its hourly twinkling. The whole episode is set to some '80s wonderful tunes. It doesn't get much more French than that.

The Renault Twizy is a fully electric covered scooter available in two configurations. Buyers can opt for a nine-horsepower version with a top speed of 28 mph or a 20 hp version with a more respectable 47 mph top end. The company says charging the Twizy for three-and-a-half-hours will net users a range of around 60 miles. Not bad. Pricing for the EV starts at around $9,923 in the UK at current conversion rates. Check out the quick video for yourself. Be warned: there's a Panda in a suit.

Next Renault Clio RS spotted nearly ready to hatch

A new Renault Clio is due to be revealed at the 2012 Paris Motor Show in September, and based on these spy shots, it appears that also means a reveal of the Clio RS. Caught by the lenses at CarPix, several changes to this model versus the standard Clio seem to identify it as the hot hatch: larger front intakes, wheels and brakes, front LEDs relocated to the bumper, and a diffuser between twin pipes out back.

Rumors suggest that a 200-horsepower turbocharged four should be under the hood. Paired with the new Clio's sharper looks and Renault's proven handling chops, the Clio RS should have no problem staying relevant. We'll know more when we get to Paris, but for now there's the gallery of high-res spy photos.

Geneva Motor Show Renault

At the Geneva Motor Show Renault has brought not only the electric ZOE, but updated Megane and Scenic. In the fourth year "life" of popular models in Europe experienced a "facelift" - changed the design front end, but there were also the LED daytime running lights. But the main thing hiding under the hood - Megane / Scenic received another small-turbo.

The new engine family of Energy sends to the rest deserved aspirated engine 1.6-liter K4M. At first glance, the returns have not changed - a modest 1.2-liter unit produces 115 compared with 110 at the power 1.6 (we have the same 1.6 deforsirovan up to 105 troops). But what is the advantage in torque - TCe 115 Energy has 190 N ∙ m at 2000 r / min, while the old K4M can boast of only 151 N ∙ m at 4250 r / min.

Do not left unattended and electronic "stuffing» - Renault introduces the camera Visio System, watching layout and automatically switching headlights so as not to blind oncoming drivers. In the case of "exit" from the band when the car turned off, "turn signals» Visio System beeps and vibrations on the steering wheel.Slightly changed the materials and the finishing of the front seats, there was an optional rear view camera, dual-zone climate control now has the air quality sensor, and the audio system is available for extra charge Bose Energy Efficient System with compact speakers and light of reduced energy consumption. All of the above, including the engines, got renewed and Scenic.

The fact that the vehicle sets for assembly are supplied to the plant "Avtoframos" (it made a hatchback and sedan Megane Fluence) from Turkey. And there will "clone" machines updated only at the beginning of 2013. Apparently, waiting for restyling Fluence. However, the Russian office of Renault will try to use a forced pause with advantage - perhaps we will have machines with 115-horsepower turbo engine (the diesel engines of speech does not go). But there zagvodzka - in Europe "Mega» TCe 115 Energy offered only with the "mechanics", but for Russians it is not particularly relevant. Is the Renault will try to cross it with the old quad "automatic"?

Renault Sandero Stepway has "automatic"

Renault started to equip gathered in Moscow on Sandero Stepway automatic transmission - still version of the Stepway, which differs from the conventional Sandero slightly increased ground clearance and slightly different design, has only the "mechanics". In this case there is one important thing - a car with automatic transmission has a 16-valve 1.6-liter engine and a power of 102 hp, while the model with the "mechanics" is equipped with an 8-valve version of the aggregate capacity of 84 hp .

Price of "automatic» Sandero Stepway is 501,000 rubles. (The car with a manual costs from 445,000 rubles.). Plus, that price must be added the cost of delivery (as the sum of $ 5000-12000 rubles. Depending on the region's Renault dealer and for some reason does not include the price). "Automatic» Stepway, as well as "mechanical", still has a very rich for this segment equipment: air conditioning, two airbags, ABS, heated seats, and so forth (from the options there is only music system for 9000 rub.).

It should be noted that direct competitors Sandero Stepway with "automatic" in Russia is not there. After all, the other "popular" cars have increased ground clearance. And, say, Ford Fusion with automatic transmission (and less ground clearance) is at least 620,200 rubles. Suzuki SX4 with a drive on one axis and "automatic" - from 719 000 rubles., although the latter two equipment trucks are richer than the Sandero Stepway .

Renault Sandero is testing

Renault has been actively conducting trials of its future innovations. Recently, we showed spy shots of next-generation Renault Logan , and now the network appeared images akin to hatch.

Alas, nothing informative except for obscene gesture, one of the "testers" to see the spy shots is impossible. However, it can be argued that the car will change dramatically in appearance to be a match for the new "Logan." Because these vehicles are strictly budget, the French will not spend money on creating a new platform and a new generation of engines, limited to a small interior alteration and modernization of power units. The last will be more economical, environmentally friendly and powerful.Wraps the exterior of the French and specifications will very soon. Most likely, the new generation Renault (Dacia) Sandero will present your home in Paris Motor Show, which opens its doors in September of this year.

In Russia, began selling the fastest Renault

To Russian French brand dealers got "hot" hatchback Renault Megane RS model with two-liter turbo engine, issuing 250 hp, accelerates to "hundreds" of 6.1 seconds and can dial 250 km / h This compares with figures Mazda3 MPS, but competitors such as the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Scirocco, Skoda Octavia RS and SEAT Leon FR, - slowly.

 A distinctive feature of Megan - a squat three-door body. From supplying to us now "hot" hatchbacks compared to it in beauty can only Volkswagen Scirocco. However, these models will soon be added one more effective competitor - the new Opel Astra OPC , but its price has not been announced, so while Megane RS is comparable with other powerful hatchbacks golf class.For the price of high-speed Renault - more affordable than Volkswagen Scirocco, and generally comparable with the majority of these competitors. The basic version of the Megane RS is 1.125 million rubles., And for this sum you get 18-inch wheels, bi-xenon headlights, leather-wrapped steering wheel (seat - with cloth upholstery), dual-zone climate control, sound system, light and rain sensors, rear parking sensors, 6 airbags, ESP and many more. For a supplement of 107,000 rubles. You can get a more rigid chassis Cup, limited slip differential, Recaro seats and red brake calipers Brembo.

Much cheaper cost only SEAT Leon FR (from 1.079 million rubles.), And Volkswagen Golf GTI and the Skoda Octavia RS by only a few thousand more affordable Megan. Mazda3 MPS - from 1.199 million rubles. But with the top Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TSI engine is from 1.244 million rubles. However, this amount is still a robot DSG. Versions of the "mechanics" are not offered.

Renault Espace spoke about the updated

Renault has said about the technical features of the updated Espace (the first pictures of new items have appeared in May). The French did not dramatically change the appearance of a novelty, but the grille, front bumper and headlights were different. Also, the French are a bit inflated brand logo.

Updates to the interior is also negligible. The new multimedia system has acquired a large central display and two monitors in the headrests of the front seats, a function of GPS-navigation, reversing camera, made friends with the interfaces, Bluetooth, AUX and USB. Also, the French used the technology with a Teflon coating that is easily removed from the display and navigation keys fingerprints of fat or wet fingers. The interior uses leather seats and Alcantara.

Under the hood is located Espace updated 2.0-liter diesel engine with three power options: 128, 148 and 173 hp Paired with a 6-step "mechanics" engine consumes just 5.7 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers. the combined cycle. With the "automatic" the figure stood at 6.4 liters per hundred. Also available is a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol unit, eating 8.5 liters of fuel per hundred kilometers in combined cycle.
Updated Espace goes on sale in July of this year. The final cost has not yet named. It should be noted that representatives of the group Renault-Nissan promises to introduce an entirely new generation Renault Espace in 2014. According to them, the car will be significantly reworked, built on a new platform and will become more "premium."

1 In Asbestos, the third stage of the plant monoserii Renault Elf Logan Cup 2012

In late May, in the Ural Asbestos, the third stage of the plant monoserii Renault Elf Logan Cup in 2012. Rally participants had to overcome a 83 kilometer high-speed sections of the dirt road that runs along an abandoned quarry near the town. However, the presence of two races in the calendar, combined with the stages of the Championship of Russia, which have a coefficient of 1.5 (on it multiplied by the points received), and the remoteness of the Ural race led to what happened at the start of a ... three Logan Cup! For the first time in the history of journalism celebrated victory monokubka crew.

However, to call him inexperienced language will not turn. Vladimir Melnikov of the "Auto Review" assisted by his colleague on the publication of Nikita Gudkov, who in the past has participated in several stages of the Logan Cup. Not surprisingly, from the first high-speed section of the crew quickly entered into the rhythm of the race and confidently held the winning pace, winning six of the seven "dopov." The fate of the second place decided almost at the finish of the race. Alexei and Sergei Shlyamin Lysyuk, became silver medalists, the entire first section held on the third position, but eventually managed to operedeit Alexander Shestakov and Maxim Kudryashov, who went to "bronze".

Next, the fourth stage of the Renault Elf Logan Cup will be held July 20-21 in the city of Chelyabinsk region Bacal. This rally will be another novelty of the season. Trails phase of the Russian Championship, "South Ural" participants will learn a series of plant for the first time. This race is famous for its stiffness, abundant punched wheels and a very interesting road.

The new Renault Logan - first tests

In 2004 Renault introduced its first model of the Logan - one of the most affordable car that is in great demand all over the world (including us). However, rumors that the French were preparing a new generation of Logan, go for a long time. And the first time in the lenses of spy photographers got pre-production version of the new Logan, which is the first test trial.

How will the new Logan, yet very difficult to say. According to the German edition AutoBild, the new Logan will maintain its proportions, but the designers will remove all the "questionable sites" and the car would look much nicer than it is today. And the interior, too, will be different. Renault designers promise to remove all the ergonomic flaws that are present in the current Logan, and even finishing materials will also become richer.

But from a technical point of view is nothing fundamentally new can be expected. Most likely, the new Logan will be created on the old platform. But at the same engines will be upgraded - they will be more economical, and their power, certainly, a little increase. It is assumed that the new Logan will be shown as a prototype by the end of September this year at the Paris Motor Show, a production model will be premiered in March 2013 in Geneva.

Renault Kangoo

Renault showed the longest version of its Kangoo. Perhaps even a single automaker in the world did not let these super-long "heels", but the French decided to go for the experiment.
The car, called Kango Van Maxi has a length of 4600 mm and wheelbase of 3100 mm. To understand what is at stake, it is necessary to say that the wheelbase Mercedes-Benz S-Class 65 mm shorter!

Kango Van Maxi will be offered in two versions: a truck when the car is only two seats, and cargo. In the latter case, in addition to the driver in the vehicle may be another four passengers. If the buyer chooses modification of the cargo, he will get a useful amount of luggage in a 4.6 "cube" and the machine load of 800 kg. The maximum length of items that can be downloaded into a machine, will be 2.9 m

Russia got redesigned Renault Koleos

The Russian dealers French brand went on sale crossover Koleos, the last major update. We have already tested restaylingovuyu version. Details - the material «Renault Koleos. Will a facelift? " . In short: an attempt to refresh the design of successful (after all, the original model differed somewhat contentious appearance). And Koleos has not lost its main advantages: first, borrowed from the Nissan X-Trail platform gives him a good cross-country, and secondly, at a price affordable Renault some classmates.

Koleos for the base 2.5-liter gasoline engine (171 hp) are asked to 999,000 rubles., With four-wheel drive - are already "in the database," in contrast to some competitors. However, starting with the complete set of "mechanics" very few takes. The optimum can be called a version with the CVT, for which the asking of 1.143 million rubles., And this is a decent amount of equipment: climate control, six airbags, light sensors and rain, and alloy wheels. Some of the competitors, at first glance, more accessible. For example, Toyota RAV4 with a four-wheel drive and CVT cost from 1.091 million rubles., but this amount is a weaker engine than the Renault, and the equipment will be poorer. But with similar power and equipment, "Japanese" is already more expensive than £ 1.32 million.

If you want to save, pay attention to the Koreans. Kia Sportage in version 2.0 AT 4WD (150 hp) is from 1.0899 million rubles. And here is quite decent equipment: climate control and alloy wheels, and light and rain sensors.

Apdated Renault Laguna. First Photo

At the upcoming Paris Motor Show, Renault will present restaylingovuyu version of the Laguna. Today, the Internet appeared the first photographs of the model.

This time, the updated car will be available quite easily - the front part has changed quite strongly. And all the innovations for the benefit went to Laguna. And in the cabin will be brand new - the French promised to furnish other materials, appliances and other board slightly redesigned center console.

In addition, under the hood of Laguna will start to put a diesel engine upgraded 1.5-liter that produces 110 hp It will be a little more economical and cleaner than its predecessor. Another new feature - a system 4Control. In this case, it is not a full drive (Laguna will remain front-wheel drive). 4Control will rotate ... all four wheels. Of course, the rear will change its angle of only a small degree, however, and it will improve the controllability of the machine. 4Control system will only be available with a 2.0-liter diesel engines, which give 130 or 150 hp (There is a 178-strong version of this unit and the diesel volume of 3.0 liters, 235 hp).

Renault introduced the serial electric

Renault presented the official photos of the serial (!) Versions of its two electric cars. One of them is based on a sedan Fluence (it is called Fluence ZE), and a second set of the "Heel» Kangoo.

Renault Fluence ZE was little more than a standard sedan, the length increased immediately by 130 mm (width increased by 4 mm). But that's not the size. The matter power plant. In the motion Fluence ZE is using an electric motor that receives power from a lithium-ion batteries, which weigh 250 kilograms (they are behind the back of the couch and hold luggage - its volume decreased from 530 liters to 300 liters). Engine power is 70 kW (about 93 hp), and they are reached at 11 000 rev / min. Torque is quite decent - 226 N • m

According to the Renault, if the batteries are fully charged, when they move quiet enough for 160 km (from the usual outlets batteries are charged 6-8 hours, but on a special 400 - only 30 minutes). It is true that rely on high speed is not necessary - to ensure that batteries are not discharged too quickly, a top speed limited at 135 km / h

If we talk about 'heels »Kangoo Express ZE, its dimensions do not differ from the standard car. Engine power is 44 kW (about 60 hp), which are reached at 10 500 rev / min. Torque - 226 N • m, the maximum distance on a single charge -160 km / h speed limited at 130 km / h

Sales of electric Renault will begin in Europe in the first half of next year

Russian Renault Duster: the details

The company Avtoframos, collecting cars in Moscow, Renault, started producing crossover Duster. This machine is built on the same platform as B0, which combines models Logan and Sandero, but the novelty is much larger in size, has a more extensive equipment and, of course, all-wheel drive. The main news of the Russian steel prices on the car - from 449,000 to 681,000 rubles. That is, lower assembly Duster directly compete with the Chevrolet Niva.

Before us is another model of Renault, designed to be "popular" in countries with no very high standard of living. The car is already being produced in Romania and Brazil, and in 2012 will establish a production in Colombia and India. Since the start of production in the spring of 2010 the world has already sold 200,000 Duster, and in Argentina, new car of the year even began.

All-terrain potential is quite good Duster: clearance of 21 centimeters, a decent geometric cross (the angle of entry - 30 degrees, the angle of rolling - 23 degrees, departure angle - 36 degrees), well, and most importantly - all-wheel drive transmission is the same as the Nissan X-Trail . It has three modes: front-wheel drive, automatic connection of the rear axle by means of a friction clutch, and push the lock connects clutch (operates at speeds up to 80 km / h). Like the overwhelming majority of crossovers, there is no "ponizhayki," but six-step "mechanics" different "short" first gear - partly a solution for the lack of low range. The body has a protective "armor" around the bottom perimeter. Unfortunately, regular tires Amtel Cruise 4x4, of course, leave much to be desired. But do not be surprised if over time, let us meet on the road Duster with more aggressive tires AT-class - the characteristics of the machine it is to have to put the tires "pozubastee."

At the time of the launch of the Russian localization of production rate - exactly half of the parts. The share of domestic components in the Sandero and Logan in this year was 60 percent. In 2012, the pair of models will be released for the planned maximum of 74 percent, and Duster will reach this figure in 2013 (in 2012 the percentage will rise to the localization of 65).
Now in Russia to produce both Duster bumper, front and tail lights, wiring, batteries, wheels, pedals, dashboard, interior door panels and headliner, seats, door locks, mirrors, glass, various gaskets, seals and other parts of the rubber, fuel tank, exhaust system and some other components.
Duster for the Russian market is a little different from the European versions externally and constructively. The most notable innovation in the form - a more solid and substantial grille, consisting of a horizontal chrome strips. The interior is decorated richer than Europeans in cars: it concerns the materials upholstery, chrome trim elements front and a completely new instrument panel, as well as "dvuhdinovoy" Audio with support for MP3, USB-input, Bluetooth joystick and paddle control.
Deputy General Director of Renault in Russia Denis Levot reported that the Russian Duster is positioned as a more comfortable and upscale car than the European version of the utilitarian 

Also, the Russian Duster differences include the increased capacity of the battery and the generator of high power, 5-liter tank, windshield washer, an extended zone of clearing the windshield, frost-performance liquid improved cabin heating and other calibration "brains" of engines in accordance with the peculiarities of our climate and quality of fuel .
Russian buyers will certainly appreciate the fact that the engine crankcase, transmission and fuel line are protected from sheet steel
For a minimum price - 449 rubles - the buyer gets 102-hp gasoline engine (1.6 liters), front-wheel drive and the "mechanics." Extra charge for all-wheel drive -50 000 rubles. If you want a 2-liter engine that develops 135 forces, you have to choose: either "automatic" and front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive with the "mechanics". The first option is 566,000, while the second - 582. 1.5-liter 90-horsepower diesel engine yet offered only with four-wheel drive and manual transmission at a price of 607,000 rubles. Diesel engines, combined with the "nedoprivodom" will not, but the automatic transmission will be for them, but soon - in early 2013. 

Denis Levot convinced that the Duster in Russia will be in great demand as a price range 450 - 700 000 rubles just did not find anything like this
Initial equipment Authentique (only available for a gasoline engine 1.6) incorporates ABS and driver's airbag, but the bumpers - unpainted, window lifters - no. For an extra charge you can only get onto the roof rails (8000 rubles)., Metallic colors (6000 rubles). And audio (16 000 rubles.), But the air conditioning is not provided at all. The next version - Expression - is the base for a 2-liter gasoline engine and diesel engine, but buyers 1.6-liter models can get it at an extra charge of 42 000. Then get some colored bumpers, front windows and adjustable steering wheel height. And for an extra charge - a wide range of options. For example, air-conditioning for 25 000 rubles., Heated front seats (6500 rubles)., Rear parking sensors (6000 rubles)., Stabilization system ESP (13,000 rubles)., The second bag (4000 rubles)..

New Renault Clio Sport. The first information

Renault engineers have begun to establish the best (according to them, of course, opinion) the "hot" hatchback. It is a model of the new generation Clio Sport, which will be launched in the second half of next year.

According to British publication AutoExpress, the car will receive the latest 1.6-liter turbocharged unit, which will replace the current atmospheric engine capacity of 2.0 liters. It produces 201 hp, and model "B" class is a great indicator. But the 1.6-liter engine is more powerful - it is expected that it will issue a 210-215 hp, which will be the Clio Sport the most powerful model in the classroom. And probably the fastest.

Interestingly, the current generation Clio Sport is available in three-door version. But the new, for sure, will be five-door. The French believe that this model will be in great demand in the market.