Dacia Reportedly Preparing New Seven Seater MPV for 2012

It appears that Renault's low cost brand Dacia is getting ready to expand its reach into yet another segment. After the top of the line Duster soft roader, the Romanian manufacturer is planning a seven seater MPV for next year, at least according to a report from French car journal, L'Automobile.

The magazine said the MPV will carry the Popster nameplate and will ride on a modified version of the Logan's platform. The engine lineup is said to include a 1.5 dci engine with various power outputs and 1.2-, 1.4- and 1.6 liter petrol engines. Measuring around 4.5 meters in length, the Popster is said to slot in between Dacia's own Logan MCV and Renault's larger Grand Scenic and come in at under €15,000.

And the MPV won't be the last new model for Dacia as it is reported the Romanian company is also planning its own version of the Kangoo, currently codenamed Project K97. It will feature sliding doors and a spilt tailgate, just like the Logan MCV and though we don't have a name for this light van-like vehicle yet, L`Automobile Magazine reports an estimated price of around 13.000 euros.

Dacia Reportedly Preparing New Seven Seater MPV for 2012

It appears that Renault's low cost brand Dacia is getting ready to expand its reach into yet another segment. After the top of the line Duster soft roader, the Romanian manufacturer is planning a seven seater MPV for next year, at least according to a report from French car journal, L'Automobile.

The magazine said the MPV will carry the Popster nameplate and will ride on a modified version of the Logan's platform. The engine lineup is said to include a 1.5 dci engine with various power outputs and 1.2-, 1.4- and 1.6 liter petrol engines. Measuring around 4.5 meters in length, the Popster is said to slot in between Dacia's own Logan MCV and Renault's larger Grand Scenic and come in at under €15,000.

And the MPV won't be the last new model for Dacia as it is reported the Romanian company is also planning its own version of the Kangoo, currently codenamed Project K97. It will feature sliding doors and a spilt tailgate, just like the Logan MCV and though we don't have a name for this light van-like vehicle yet, L`Automobile Magazine reports an estimated price of around 13.000 euros.

Spy Video: Renault R-Space Concept for a Compact MPV Filmed Undisguised!

Evidently, the new Captur small crossover with the removable hardtop we told you about last week won't be the only concept model from Renault to hit the showroom floors of the Geneva Salon in less than two weeks time. A Youtube user managed to scoop a completely undisguised Renault study for a rather sporty looking compact MPV in Lisbon, Portugal. Judging by the black SUV with the camera hooked above the car, it was probably there for a photo shoot.

Earlier today, German car magazine Autobild posted a handful of spy photos of the same MPV model shot again in Lisbon, claiming that the Geneva-bound model is named the Renault R-Space.

The R-Space (if that's its name) sports an eye-catching design that captures the French firm's new styling language as seen on the 2010 Dezir as well more recently on the Captur. There are no other details known about the concept at this time, but it looks like the R-Space is roughly in the same size category as the Scenic meaning it could be based on the underpinnings of the new Megane family.

Spy Video: Renault R-Space Concept for a Compact MPV Filmed Undisguised!

Evidently, the new Captur small crossover with the removable hardtop we told you about last week won't be the only concept model from Renault to hit the showroom floors of the Geneva Salon in less than two weeks time. A Youtube user managed to scoop a completely undisguised Renault study for a rather sporty looking compact MPV in Lisbon, Portugal. Judging by the black SUV with the camera hooked above the car, it was probably there for a photo shoot.

Earlier today, German car magazine Autobild posted a handful of spy photos of the same MPV model shot again in Lisbon, claiming that the Geneva-bound model is named the Renault R-Space.

The R-Space (if that's its name) sports an eye-catching design that captures the French firm's new styling language as seen on the 2010 Dezir as well more recently on the Captur. There are no other details known about the concept at this time, but it looks like the R-Space is roughly in the same size category as the Scenic meaning it could be based on the underpinnings of the new Megane family.

2011 Renault Laguna Facelift Priced Lower than Outgoing Model in Britain

Following their world premieres at the Paris motor show, Renault has released UK pricing and specification for the updated Laguna 2011 Hatch and Sport Tourer models ahead showroom launch in November. Despite the facelift, Renault claims that both models offer savings of up to £1,855 available compared to the previous range.

The facelift includes some minor exterior tweaks such as the reworked fascia with new headlamps and a restyled bumper incorporating a more prominent grille, plus equipment improvements and a series of engine enhancements that result in reduced emissions and greater fuel economy across the range.

For the 2011 model year, the engine line-up includes fully Euro 5-compliant engines, plus ten 'eco²' branded versions with sub-140 grams CO2. The least emitting engine in the Laguna range is the 1.5-litre dCi 110HP with 120 grams and a combined fuel economy of 60.1 mpg UK.

The Laguna is offered in three core trim levels, Expression, Dynamique TomTom and GT Line TomTom. The base Expression includes an Arkamys 3D Sound single CD/radio MP3 with Bluetooth and fingertip control, 16-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, aux input, ESC and front fog lights.

Aside from the navigation system, the Dynamique TomTom adds automatic parking brake, and headlights and wipers, cruise control, chrome twin exhausts (excluding dCi 110), dual zone climate control, electrically heated and folding door mirrors, hands-free keycard, rear parking sensors, multi-functional TunePoint (for portable music players) and speed limiter.

Finally, the range-topping GT Line TomTom benefits from 18-inch alloys, a BOSE sound system with 10 speakers and amplifier, 4Control four-wheel steering on the dCi 180 HP, pearl black electric folding door mirrors with memory, and leather and alcantara upholstery with electrically adjustable heated front seats.

The revised Laguna Hatch starts from £17,795, with prices for the more practical Sport Tourer version set £1,100 higher than those of the liftback model.

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2011 Renault Laguna Facelift Priced Lower than Outgoing Model in Britain

Following their world premieres at the Paris motor show, Renault has released UK pricing and specification for the updated Laguna 2011 Hatch and Sport Tourer models ahead showroom launch in November. Despite the facelift, Renault claims that both models offer savings of up to £1,855 available compared to the previous range.

The facelift includes some minor exterior tweaks such as the reworked fascia with new headlamps and a restyled bumper incorporating a more prominent grille, plus equipment improvements and a series of engine enhancements that result in reduced emissions and greater fuel economy across the range.

For the 2011 model year, the engine line-up includes fully Euro 5-compliant engines, plus ten 'eco²' branded versions with sub-140 grams CO2. The least emitting engine in the Laguna range is the 1.5-litre dCi 110HP with 120 grams and a combined fuel economy of 60.1 mpg UK.

The Laguna is offered in three core trim levels, Expression, Dynamique TomTom and GT Line TomTom. The base Expression includes an Arkamys 3D Sound single CD/radio MP3 with Bluetooth and fingertip control, 16-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, aux input, ESC and front fog lights.

Aside from the navigation system, the Dynamique TomTom adds automatic parking brake, and headlights and wipers, cruise control, chrome twin exhausts (excluding dCi 110), dual zone climate control, electrically heated and folding door mirrors, hands-free keycard, rear parking sensors, multi-functional TunePoint (for portable music players) and speed limiter.

Finally, the range-topping GT Line TomTom benefits from 18-inch alloys, a BOSE sound system with 10 speakers and amplifier, 4Control four-wheel steering on the dCi 180 HP, pearl black electric folding door mirrors with memory, and leather and alcantara upholstery with electrically adjustable heated front seats.

The revised Laguna Hatch starts from £17,795, with prices for the more practical Sport Tourer version set £1,100 higher than those of the liftback model.

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Renault Latitude 2011 A Latitude named "Safrane" or otherwise ...

Small information that does not eat bread but confirms that the name was in the cards Safrane Renault. We must "scoop" in Nouvel Observateur, which has posted some images of Latitude in its automotive section to introduce the new family sedan from Renault and surprise when you look at the photos posted online, we discover a called Latitude Safrane.

Photos released in error by the service com, renault, title destined for other markets, several hypotheses are plausible, remains the last two years we were talking about ... Safrane 2011 and we were almost in real

Paris Live 2010 - Renault Latitude 2011 Live pictures and details

After the extravagant and contradictory Vel Satis, now before us is a car with a classic contemporary look, called Renault Latitude.
European sales will begin early next year. The car has front-wheel drive and front suspension of the Renault Laguna, a rear of the Nissan. Renault will bet in this model primarily turbodiesel engine - 2.0 dCi with two versions of the Power 110 and 127 kW, and 3.0 V6 dCi, which offers a maximum power of 177 kW and maximum torque of 450 Nm.
There is also a petrol engine - 2.0 16V with output of 103 kW, which will operate in addition to gasoline, also with bio-fuel E85.
Latitude and some systems use the more expensive Japanese models Nissan and Infiniti. For example, air ionizer, multimedia system, audio Bose. Interestingly, European markets are not the first objective of the new model of Renault. It seems the biggest effect will be held in Asia.

2011 4th generation Renault Espace facelifted

It's been 8 years since the fourth generation Espace travels the roads and as its remplçant is far from ready, if it ever happens, Renault decided to groom his big SUV on the occasion of the World automobile.

The menu retouched grille, headlamps incorporating a row of white LEDs for daytime running lights, body inherits a new color Blue Pearl, 17 inch rims Eptius Novadis or changes appearance. Inside, the equipment level is enriched without increasing costs.

The endowment now has the navigation system TomTom Carminat Live with traffic information in real time, 3D Sound Audio System By Arkam is USB-jack connectivity. Antifouling with Teflon treatment is applied to the model Celsium saddlery.

Electric Car Renault ZOE will be charged in ten minutes - Paris Live Pics 2010

Renault introduced a concept electric car at Paris ZOE. The five-door hatchback is 90 percent ready for serial production. It is expected that this car will be on the conveyor in the middle of 2012.

As claimed by the French automaker to charge empty lithium-ion batteries ZOE to travel 60 kilometers, you need ten minutes. If the time that machine is connected to the mains, increasing to half an hour, then the charge reaches 80 percent of battery capacity.

For the complete "filling" the car, which is enough for 160 kilometers, you need six to eight hours. Moreover, thanks to technology developed by Renault Quickcharge dead batteries can be replaced by a special filling station for three minutes.

Overall length Renault ZOE is a little more than four meters, and its curb weight is 1,392 kilograms. As the power plant on the hatchback mounted the 80-strong motor with torque of 222 Newton-meters. To "hundreds" ZOE accelerates in 8.1 seconds and its top speed is 135 kilometers per hour.

Salon concept car equipped with climate control, which automatically backs up inside the machine is optimal for human skin humidity, and also disables the air intake from outside, if the sensor detects it contains toxic substances. In addition, within the ZOE is installed, fill interior fragrances that help the driver to cope with current traffic situation. For example, during night trips inside the concept car sprayed a substance with invigorating scent.

Previously reported that some design elements Renault ZOE used to create models of new Clio, the fourth generation.