Renault Kwid has emerged as a true game changer for Renault
Renault won the 2023 best pre-owned small hatchback car of the Year award for Renault Kwid by OLX Autos, India’s leading player in the pre-owned automobile segment in collaboration with Autocar India, a leading automotive publication. According to Sudhir Malhotra, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Renault India, “This award is a testimony to Renault Kwid’s popularity not only among the new car buyers but also among the customers looking to buy a pre-owned car. Renault Kwid has proved its mettle in the most competitive entry-level car segment, thanks to its affordability as well as great value offerings, its attractive SUV-inspired design and innovative modern features. It is a true game changer for us and an important contributor to our growth in the country. We are extremely grateful for the trust that our customers have bestowed in the brand and would like to thank the jury for recognising the Renault Kwid as the Best Pre-owned Budget car.” Built on the pillars of attractiveness, innovation, and affordability, Kwid has been a true game-changing product for Renault. Renault Kwid has redefined the entry segment led by its contemporary SUV-inspired design language offering high ground clearance, best-in-class features, an economical cost of ownership and the affordable purchase price of the Kwid, which is enabled by its high localisation levels. The first-in-class 8-inch touchscreen MediaNAV Evolution takes infotainment to the next level with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Video Playback and Voice Recognition – which helps the driver control everything hands-free, fast and easy. The Silver Streak LED DRLs create a striking impression and enhance the SUV-style quotient of the car. Offering enhanced passenger comfort, it features a first-in-class reverse parking camera with guidelines that help to park even in the tightest spots along with Electrically Adjustable ORVM. In terms of performance, the Kwid 0.8L boasts the best fuel efficiency of 22.25 KM/L in the 0.8L segment, as per the ARAI Testing Certification. Renault Kwid has a cost of maintenance as low as just 35 paise/km and comes with a comprehensive manufacturer warranty for 2 years / 50,000 km (whichever is earlier) with an extension option of up to 5 years and an Easy-Care package to take care of maintenance needs, enabling customers to enjoy an unparalleled brand ownership experience and peace of mind. Renault Kwid is compliant with all the current safety requirements for the market and even goes beyond to protect both passengers and pedestrians. It includes several active and passive safety features like dual front Airbags, ABS and EBD, Seat Belt Reminder, Overspeed Alert, Reverse Parking Sensors and Driver side Pyro and pre-tensioner with Load Limiter which are standard across all variants. It also comes equipped with a Seat belt Pyrotech and load limiter as a standard feature. The Renault Kwid has seen strong recognition among customers and industry experts, winning 33 awards from several media platforms. Available in both 0.8L and 1.0L SCe powertrains with Manual and AMT options, the Renault Kwid price has been instrumental in the growth of the Renault brand. . . . . From https://bonjourrenault.wordpress.com/2023/12/15/renault-kwid-is-the-best-pre-owned-small-hatchback/
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November 2021, Renault South Africa had a rather good sales month, selling an impressive 2 081 new vehicles. The French automaker's sales figure is the eighth-best in South Africa at the time, putting it ahead of Kia, Haval, and Mahindra brands. Renault's local portfolio has recently been expanded with the introduction of the Kiger, a small crossover that replaced the Sandero. The vehicle has all the makings to be a success in South Africa, offering buyers the chance to get into the crossover/SUV game without breaking the bank, especially when utilising Renault vehicle finance. For years now, Renault's approach has been to fill the market with affordable vehicles and simple, affordable vehicle financing. Think first-generation Duster, Kwid, and Triber. Sales split As expected, the Kwid remained Renault's top-selling model in South Africa. The previous month, 876 units of the small city car were sold, putting it ahead of the seven-seater Triber. These two vehicles make use of the same engine and transmissions and are among the most affordable in their respective segments. The Duster has been around for almost a decade and continues to impress with each passing year. The robust SUV has been updated recently and offers the same value it first entered the market with. By the end of November, 2021, a total of 150 units were sold. According to the sales data released by Naamsas, South Africa's Automotive Business Council, the Kiger and Kiger Turbo are listed as two separate vehicles. Together, the Kiger has an accumulative sales figure of 257 units. The last few units of the Sandero II are slowly moving off showroom floors, with Naamsa listing 58 units having been sold last month. The Koleos, Renault's large SUV, found 21 new owners during this single month. .
. . . Article source: https://www.news24.com/wheels/news/ starting price of R400 000 could make this long-awaited bakkie an attractive offering. The Renault bakkie, the Oroch, has the potential to take South Africa by storm. In this week’s Pitstop podcast, The Citizen Motoring’s Jaco van der Merwe and Charl Bosch discuss the Oroch’s local arrival. Charl had a glimpse of the bakkie during its first public appearance at the Nampo Harvest Day last week. With a payload of between 650 kg and 680 kg, the Oroch is set to become the sole occupant of the once-flourishing “half-tonner” segment. When the Oroch is rolled out at the end of the year, the Nissan NP200 will be bidding Mzansi farewell.
For years now, the soon-to-be-discontinued NP200 had the monopoly in a once hugely popular segment. A segment that featured the Ford Bantam, Mazda Rustler, Chevrolet/Corsa Utility, VW Caddy, Nissan 1400, Fiat Strada and Proton Arena. Unlike any of these single cab-only half-tonners, the Renault bakkie will only be offered as a double cab at local Renault dealers. Renault bakkie to get petrol power The Renault Oroch rides on the same platform as the Duster SUV. But instead of getting the same 1.5-litre turbodiesel engine that serves as the sole powertrain choice on the Duster range, the Oroch will be offered a 1.3-litre turbo petrol mill. The engine produces 115 kW of power and a generous 270Nm of torque. The Renault bakkie will offer a choice of two transmissions a CVT that will send the twist to the front wheels and a six-speed manual on the four-wheel drive model. Right price Pricing might still be Renault Oroch’s biggest trump card in South Africa. The Renault bakkie is rumoured to be offered at a starting price of between R400 000 and R450 000. The closer it can be to R400 000, or even less, the bigger chance of success it will have. Currently, the Mahindra Bolero, JAC T6, GWM Steed 5 and Mahindra Pik Up S6 are the double cabs priced under R400 000. All of these offerings, with the exception of the JAC, are very much work-orientated bakkies. . . . . Info shared by https://wheelwonderings.postach.io/post/renault-oroch-bakkie-set-to-launch-in-sa Most of us think that car maintenance is not an easy job, but servicing your vehicle on a regular basis makes the job easier for you. But, how do you know the time period of regular service intervals? It’s simple. Just follow the owner’s manual as it is the bible for your car.
Well, coming to the point, when you should service your Renault? It’s always recommended that you take care of your Renault properly and professionally. After all, you expect it to be totally dependable whenever you take it on the road, whatever the climate is, as well as to function at the top of its efficacy and safety conditions. However, like any other technologically advanced instrument, your Renault needs to be frequently kept up to get the best out of it. That’s why choosing a certified branch for your Renault service is crucial. Regular servicing ensures that everything on your Renault is working fine and promises you the peace of mind that your car won’t give you any trouble while travelling and is safe to drive. Certainly, to be sure that your Renault is being well taken care of, you need to have it inspected and serviced by Renault specialists. At certified Renault service centres, all the technicians are qualified and have been fully trained by Renault to service Renault vehicles. What’s more, they are able to provide all the latest Renault servicing information and software updates. Also, they have made available all the tools and equipment necessary to perform work safely and efficiently on your Renault, whatever the model is. So, now the question comes is, how often should I service my Renault? Generally, all Renault cars are to be serviced every year or 250,000 km, whichever comes first. Renault servicing depends on A and B service schedules. The A service is due first and comprises a cabin filter change. The B service is due next and involves an oil and oil filter change. Following this schedule will make sure not only that your Renault is running smoothly, but also that its resale value is being guarded. Servicing your Renault as per the schedule can keep your Renault as good as new. Hence, take your car for a regular scheduled Renault servicing, and get specific items inspected such as tyres, seasonal health checks, air conditioning, and major and minor accident damages. The Kangoo has always stood for value in the small van sector, but does the latest version also offer car-like comfort and refinement? The Kangoo is our reigning champion in the small van market - offering space for all gear, comfort on big journeys, and functionality as a mobile office when needed. For this review, we opted for the most powerful diesel option in the Kangoo range, which produces 84.3 kW – a natural choice given how much equipment I carry with me, and the vast mileage I cover in my role as a roving photographer. Across almost 23,000 km of driving it’s been a solid performer, providing a smooth power delivery and helping to keep my running costs in check. Indeed, my current test economy of 20.6 km/l is close to the Kangoo’s official figure of 21.4 km/l.
True, there have been a few instances where I’ve wanted even more power. When I’ve loaded my van to the brim with camera gear and want to overtake slower traffic on a country road, I have to really think about how much space I need to pull the manoeuvre off. If there was a diesel option with a tad more power, I wouldn’t have to. I’m pleased, though, that when I’m trundling along, the Kangoo’s diesel engine settles into a quiet background thrum easily. Engine noise is quieter than in the Citroën Berlingo van I ran previously, although the Berlingo does compensate by letting in slightly less road noise. Ads by Choosing the right van, then, is a balancing act. But, all things considered, I think my model, especially at the Renault Kangoo price, gets most things right most of the time. . . . Shared from: https://frenchcarsfavourites.blogspot.com/2023/07/long-term-review-of-renault-kangoo-van.html The latest Trafic cabin can be turned into a mobile office, with enough space for a laptop and an A4-size swivel stand The fourth-generation Renault Trafic panel van is for sale in SA, offering improved exterior styling, technology and cargo storage options. With more than 2.2 million units sold worldwide since the introduction of the series in 1980. Locally, Renault SA has marketed only the previous two generations, selling just 555 units. The latest Renault Trafic for sale boasts full LED lights, a new dashboard design and 84.8l of space in the passenger cabin for storing oddments, including a new drawer accommodating 88l — 54l of which is located under the passenger bench seat. There are also power-adjustable mirrors, cloth upholstery, and wider armrests. A folding backrest on the middle seat turns the cabin into a mobile office, with enough space for a laptop and an A4-size swivel stand to hold any working documents. The long wheelbase version of the Trafic is 4.15m and has an 8.9m³ loading bay with a single sliding door on the left side and a pair of swing swivel rear doors that can be expanded to 90° and 180°. It’s available in two colour variants: Ice Cool White and Cumulus Blue. The new infotainment system is integrated with R&Go and turns your mobile phone into a second dashboard with a rev counter and speed change alerts. Radio, Bluetooth and USB and AUX ports are also included. The new Trafic rides on 16-inch wheels with elegant wheel covers and is powered by a 2.0l turbodiesel engine paired with a six-speed manual gearbox. The eco mode makes for improved fuel efficiency. The new Renault Trafic comes with a five-year/90,000km service plan and a five-year/150,000km mechanical warranty standard on all models. Services are due at 15,000km intervals. .
. . Article sourced from https://www.businesslive.co.za/ Kicking off the new range of the Renault Duster models is the 1,5 dCi Zen 4×2, available with a manual or EDC automatic transmission. Included as standard in this model is a pair of automatic LED DRLs, black door mirror covers and roof bars, 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, rear parking sensors with a rear-facing camera, a multifunction steering wheel, climate control and an 8,0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
This trim can also be had with the 4×4 drive system with the five-speed manual gearbox. This further adds blind spot warning, hill descent control, a multi-view camera, the 4×4 monitor with an altimeter and a functional compass. The flagship Renault Duster Intens EDC 4×2 model tops the range. With this you get chrome door mirrors, black and satin chrome roof bars, a front and rear skidplate finished in satin chrome, 17-inch alloy wheels and satellite navigation. The updated Duster range sources power from a turbodiesel 1,5-litre four-cylinder engine which delivers 66 kW and 210 N.m of torque in the 4×2 manual models and 80 kW and 250 N.m in the 4×2 EDC units. The 4×4 manual model boasts an increased torque figure of 260 N.m. All models come standard with the brand’s five-year/150 000 km mechanical warranty, six-year anti-corrosion warranty and three-year/45 000 km service plan. . . . Info shared on https://wheelwonderings.postach.io/post/restyled-renault-duster-features-explained The Renault Kiger has been around for over a year now, and it quickly crossed the 50,000 production milestone at their Chennai facility. To celebrate this milestone, we’ll tell you everything you want to know about the new Kiger SUV.
In India, part of the update is the new Metal Mustard exterior paint with a blacked-out roof. And for this 50,000 units production milestone, Renault has also introduced a handsome-looking Stealth Black paint scheme. There’s also a new chrome-finished tailgate insert and stylish-looking skid plate at the front and the subtle yet intriguing Turbo decal on the side. Also, the diamond-cut alloy wheels now have red finished hub caps making them stand out. What’s new inside and what's on the feature list Getting inside, the refreshed Kiger flaunts the new red accents running across the dashboard, providing a nice flavour to the all-black cabin. Apart from that, the latest Kiger models also have this quilted emboss finish on the seats. Adding to the sportiness are contrast red stitches on the seats, around the gear lever, and on the steering wheel. Also part of the update is a wireless charger placed down the centre console. It also gets cruise control now. Moreover, the updated Kiger comes with a PM2.5 air filter as standard across the range. The Kiger continues to offer clever storage options all around the cabin – 29 litres, to be exact. Even the boot capacity of 405 litres is best-in-segment, and it can be extended up to 879 litres by folding down the 60:40 split rear seats. Then, the all-digital driver’s display is configurable depending on the driving mode you are in. In the Eco, you get a green screen, in Normal it is blue, and in Sport mode, it’s red with more information on display, like bhp and Nm bars, and a G-metre as well. As for the seats, they are fairly comfortable with good bolster support and you get height adjustment as well. Even space at the back is more than ample for two. It has sufficient leg room with a seating position set for my height, it's big on headroom as well, thanks to the tall roof and the flat floor further helps passengers in sitting quite comfortably. What we have here is the top-spec, loaded to the gills, RXZ version. You get all the modern-day useful features that you’d expect from this segment. This includes LED DRLs and headlamps, LED tail lights, a stylish roof-mounted spoiler, 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, functional roof rails, blacked-out door handles, and a shark-fin antenna. Inside the chrome and piano-black finished cabin, you get a leather-wrapped steering wheel, contrast red stitches on upholstery, cruise control, wireless charger, a digital driver’s display with drive mode skins, 3D surround Arkamys sound system with six speakers, automatic AC, rear defogger, electric folding ORVMs, dual glove box with the lower one being a cooled glove box, ambient lighting, rear AC vents, steering mounted controls, height adjustable driver’s seat, rear wipers, push-button start with smartcard key, rear armrest with cup holders, and split seats. You also get an eight-inch floating touchscreen with USB connectivity and a rearview camera. As for safety, there are four airbags in the RXZ trim with dual front airbags as standard. Then, there are rear parking sensors, ABS with EBD, speed-sensing door locks, and ISOFIX as well. And if you are wondering, the Renault Kiger has already bagged four stars in the Global NCAP crash tests. What’s it like to drive? The updated Kiger continues to be offered with two engine options. The 1.0-litre non-turbo version makes 53 kW and 96Nm. It's either available with a five-speed manual or an AMT. What we are driving is the 1.0-litre turbocharged engine which has an output of 74 kW. It’s available with a manual which has 160Nm, while the automatic is a CVT with a torque figure of 152Nm. No changes have been made to the engine or gearbox for this update. So, the three-cylinder engine in the Kiger continues to feel refined, sans those irksome vibrations associated with a three-pot engine. The power delivery is smooth and predictable, even the turbo lag is nicely compensated by the refined and user-friendly CVT transmission. No to mention, the bothersome rubber band effect of the usual CVT is fairly absent here. You also get three driving modes, where the performance is subdued to extract more fuel efficiency in the Eco mode. Meanwhile, throttle response is slightly sharper in Sport. Hence, Normal mode would do just fine for your everyday need. No changes to steering and suspension either, so the Kiger is still one happy runabout, be it in the city, or out on the highway. How does it compare and what’s the price? With this update, the new Kiger has refreshed its appeal by offering more in an already well-rounded package. It looks handsome, has loads of features, is safe and equally good to drive with multiple powertrain choices. And it’s even priced competitively than other sub-four metre SUVs. . . . . Review compiled by https://www.carwale.com/ Renault launched its new fifth-generation Clio hatchback in SA in 2022. The Clio V Turbo LIFE basemodel starts at under R300,000. It's followed by the mid-tier Clio V Turbo ZEN, priced at R321 999 and a range-topping Clio V Turbo INTENS that comes in at R359,999.
Packed with features Offering up-to-date styling, the car comes with unique daytime running lights, LED Pure Vision headlights, parking sensors, electronic stability control (ESC), an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), and emergency brake assist (EBA) as standard. Depending on the model, you also get up to six airbags and ISOFIX seat anchors. All contribute to respectable safety credentials. Renault says the Clio 5 has undergone a complete revolution inside, offering high-quality materials and finishes. The new high-tech driver-orientated cockpit is distinguished by cocooning seats and Multi-Sense customisable ambient lighting. A high-tech driving experience is promised, thanks to a customisable 7-inch digital instrument cluster, electronic parking brake (EPB), and a prominent 9.3-inch Easy Link multimedia touchscreen entertainment system, the largest screen in its class. The cutting-edge infotainment system is integrated with the Renault CONNECT universe (download the app on your smartphone). The EASY LINK system, which supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allows for easy access to all your multimedia content on your mobile device. You can also use your favourite navigation apps, such as Waze, to navigate by voice input, using Siri if you use an iPhone. Satisfying performance The Renault Clio V is equipped with an entirely new 1.0-litre TCe 100 turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine. It serves up 74kW of power and 160Nm of torque, an improvement of 8kW and 20Nm compared to the Clio IV. They say it will sip 5.7 litres/100km of unleaded in a combined cycle. With a dynamic chassis setup and direct and precise steering, a more intuitive driving experience is expected. Renault notes that the car's suspension and soundproofing have also been upgraded for the comfort of all occupants. All models are front-wheel-drive, and they come with a five-speed manual gearbox only for now. . . . Article reshare from https://at.tumblr.com/joiedevivrevehicles/latest-renault-clio-hatchback-specs-discussed/0iwcgc95tsc9 Though having the means to own a vehicle is something we certainly shouldn’t take for granted, it’s a particularly tough time to be a motorist in SA. Not only is the cost of purchasing a car on the rise, but the price of fuel is at an all-time high, with a litre of 95-octane petrol costing in excess of R21 inland. To make matters worse, Russia’s military action in Ukraine is expected to move international oil prices even higher in the coming weeks, which will ultimately have a nasty knock-on effect on local fuel prices. So, what can you do to cut your costs? Since AutoTrader’s database uniquely drills down to the variant level and provides live market data, we decided to pick out the most fuel-efficient variants from the list of on average cheapest used cars over the first two months of 2022. As SA’s largest and most advanced motoring marketplace, AutoTrader lists car prices at scale so is able to provide the most accurate live data on the market. What sort of cut-price options exists for motorists looking to scale down? The Renault Clio for sale offers a claimed consumption of 6.7l/100 km, with the average list price dropping below R30,000. The average mileage on a used Clio for sale, however, is more than 300,000 km. The Renault Clio 1.4 Expression offers a claimed consumption of 6.7l/100 km, with the average list price dropping below R30,000.
“Motorists are at the mercy of rising international oil prices, with early data suggesting we can expect a further hefty fuel price hike at the start of April. While you can’t control the cost of petrol, you do have the option of switching to a relatively inexpensive used car that’s fairly light on fuel,” said AutoTrader CEO George Mienie. . . . . Info sourced from https://www.timeslive.co.za/motoring/ The Renault Sandero for sale is still a great vehicle. The Renault Sandero first entered the market in 2009 and over 64 100 units of the Sandero have found homes in South Africa since 2009 and over 30 500 Stepway variants have been sold since their introduction in 2011.
So, as a manner of celebrating the Stepway’s success, the French automaker introduced the Sandero Stepway Techroad which sits on top of the Sandero range. You may also be interested in: Find a used Sandero Techroad of your own. Besides the familiar C-shaped daytime running lights as well as C-shaped rear lights, the Techroad is fitted with freshly designed front and rear bumpers. Other exterior styling cues include an integrated roof spoiler, roof bars and rear skid plates that give the Stepway an off-road stance. The Sandero Stepway Techroad rides on 16-inch hub-capped wheels. The cabin feel is not bad even though you get a lot of plastic material on the dash and on the door panels - everything is well put. The space inside is generous with ample leg and headroom. The luggage space is measured at 292 litres and if you think that is not enough, folding the rear seats can further expand it. The seven-inch infotainment system allows Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity as well as Bluetooth and a reverse camera. It is the same system that lurks in the Kwid and I found it very easy to fiddle with. The infotainment system comes fitted with on-board navigation and honestly, I never used it even once, thanks to the Android Auto smartphone mirroring feature that let me project my phone’s Waze on the Sandero’s infotainment system via a USB connection. The 0.9-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine with 66 kW and 135 Nm delivers adequate shove. Build up the revs and the engine pulls off smoothly with no hesitation in all five gears. The suspension is fairly soft and manages to suck up most bumps pretty well, and even potholes do not send particularly nasty jolts through the car. Safety comes courtesy of airbags, ABS with ESP and ASR as standard. It is also fitted with EBA and HSA. In conclusion, the styling of the Renault Stepway Techroad gives it a sense of purpose and whatever the French brand did to make it impressive, works. The Sandero Stepway Techroad comes with Renault’s 5-year / 150 000 km warranty together with a standard 2-year / 30 000 km service plan. Services are at 15 000km intervals. Update: The Renault Sandero range was discontinued in 2022 to make way for the new Kiger, but you should get a Renault Sandero used model if you’re looking for a great, affordable hatchback. For a world premiere, Renault unveiled a new iteration of one of its most iconic models - the Renault 4 On 17th October, for the 89th Paris Motor Show, Renault unveiled a brand-new show car that is a modern tribute to the iconic Renault 4. Thirty years after production ended, Renault seized the moment at the 2022 Mondial de l’Auto in Paris to unveil its new take on the internationally renowned and recognised Renault 4.
The team of designers working under Gilles Vidal, Renault's Design Vice President, has given a modern twist to an iconic previous-generation Renault model that left its mark on the 1960s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. The show car will also resonate with younger generations celebrating the 25th anniversary of the 4L Trophy humanitarian rally. Also read: Renault used cars that offer great value for money. . . . Article from https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/ Renault Kiger SUV for sale is offered with two engine options - a 1.0-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine and a turbocharged motor with either an AMT or CVT gearbox. 2021 Renault Kiger: Design As expected, the Kiger for sale does indeed look quite a bit like the show car that was officially revealed by the French automaker in 2020. But that's not really surprising, especially considering Renault had already announced that the production avatar of the Kiger SUV will indeed retain 80 per cent of the show car's design. As expected, the Kiger has a sleek grille with two horizontal slats, a split headlamp set-up, integrated LED DRLs, C-shaped tail lights, etc. The SUV sports 16-inch alloy wheels and has 205 mm of ground clearance. And as for the boot space, the Kiger offers the segment-best 405-litres of luggage capacity. 2021 Renault Kiger: Interior Renault Kiger's cabin is a tad bit reminiscent of another popular Renault car - the Triber. This is because the SUV borrows a handful of elements from the Renault Triber, such as the steering wheel, digital instrument cluster, and dual glovebox among other things. 2021 Renault Kiger: Features The Renault Kiger comes loaded with plenty of provisions and creature comforts. Quite understandable, of course -- especially considering it will be going up against cars such as the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, and Nissan Magnite among others. Anyway, this Renault SUV's list of features includes a multi-function steering wheel, automatic climate control, an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a seven-inch TFT instrument panel, a hands-free smart-access card, etc. depending on the selected variant. And let's not forget that this Renault SUV has PM 2.5 air filter, a wireless smartphone charger, ambient lighting, and three driving modes -- Normal, Eco, and Sports. 2021 Renault Kiger: Engine and specs Renault Kiger is powered by the same set of engines that propel the Nissan Magnite. It includes a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated unit and a 1.0-litre turbocharged powerplant. The naturally aspirated engine puts out 52 kW, 96 Nm of peak torque, and is available with a choice between a five-speed manual gearbox and AMT automatic transmission. The turbocharged engine, on the other hand, puts out 74 KW with 160 Nm and is currently available with a manual gearbox only. However, the company offers the option of a CVT automatic gearbox as well. Renault Kiger turbocharged model returns a claimed fuel-efficiency figure of 20 km/l - find yours here. . . . Info originally posted on https://www.timesnownews.com/auto/car-news/ This tenacious little workhorse enters our fleet on a positive note. The Renault Triber’s tenure in our long-term fleet has drawn to a close, and you’d need to be some sort of mutant to count on your fingers the number of shoots that this dutiful little workhorse has facilitated. It has come along on everything, from quick affairs within the city to a 1,500km round trip to the forests of northern Karnataka, and remained largely faultless through it all.
Compact dimensions, light controls and good outside visibility make driving the Triber in dense city traffic a breeze. You wouldn’t usually find an MPV on a list of ideal city cars, but the Triber, with its compact dimensions, light controls and good outside visibility, has proven to be a breeze in dense urban surroundings. This is also where the convenience of its AMT has shone through the brightest – not having to bother with a third pedal is a real boon in traffic. On the more open stretches of road, though, the gearbox does fall short. The shifts aren’t the quickest or smoothest around, but the biggest issue is the fact that they’re not very intuitive either – the car will often go for a shift almost exactly when you don’t want it to, like in the middle of an overtake, for example. And it takes some learning to figure out how to play with the throttle to get the gearbox to behave the way you want it to. The wear on the clutch is also rearing its ugly head and engagement from a standstill is occasionally quite jerky. When you combine the not-so-sharp gearbox with the not-so-meaty 54 kW engine, the Triber’s performance levels are decidedly pedestrian, and highway cruising isn’t exactly what you’d call effortless. You’ve got to be patient when gathering speed, and even holding triple-digit speeds on the highway requires fairly large throttle inputs. In the city, too, you can’t be too opportunistic with seizing gaps, and speed is never at the forefront of the experience when driving the Triber. If you do decide to be a little stubborn and go chasing it anyway, you can expect fuel efficiency figures to plummet a little – I only saw a touch over 12kpl with my spirited driving style, which isn’t exemplary considering it’s a small 1.0-litre motor with humble output figures in a sub-1,000kg vehicle. Fortunately, when you encounter a rough patch, you don’t have to shed too much of that hard-earned speed, because the suspension set-up is very adept at gobbling up the rough stuff. The effect of bumps and potholes is greatly reduced inside the cabin, and you feel well isolated from whatever is beneath. And it manages this without coming across as wallowy when you begin to push it hard, which is quite commendable. With the addition of fancier steeds like the Kia Carens and Renault Kiger to our support car fleet, the fairly basic equipment levels on the Triber have become even more stark in contrast. The cabin feels rather spartan, the infotainment system won’t keep you entertained for very long, and the halogen headlights could definitely be better, but on the upside, the keyless operation on the Triber has proven to be a major boost to convenience. As you’d imagine, a lot of shuffling of cars takes place in our parking lot, and taking the Triber along on our shoots means packing a lot of equipment into it. Being able to do these things without taking the key out of your pocket is always handy. But being a support car on motorcycle shoots also means it becomes our only source of shelter during monsoons in remote locations. On one such occasion, a couple of us bikers had to seek refuge in the Triber during a sudden downpour, and the fabric seat covers didn’t gel too well with a pair of wet motorcyclists, and now the foul odour just won’t go away. Granted, this is a rather specific case, but it’s not uncommon to end up with a slightly wet occupant in your car during the monsoon. All in all, though, this car has been a poster child for the phrase ‘big things come in small packages’, and you can’t ask for too much more from a car at this price point. The space on the inside has been a big plus, especially considering how much baggage auto journos come with. And while it certainly won’t get your heart racing from behind the wheel, it has never shied away from any task thrown at it, nor has it faltered along the way. We bid goodbye to it with memories of a dependable, persistent little car - the Renaut Triber MPV. . . . Review shared by https://at.tumblr.com/joiedevivrevehicles/what-is-the-renault-triber-amt-like-to-drive-long/gsrvu6tpv0z9 Renault launched the Triber in 2020 and this 7-seater vehicle is positioned in the sub-4-metre segment. In fact, the Triber is the only proper 7-seater that comes under this category and the vehicle has received a very good response from the audience thanks to its packaging, space, features, and price.
Now, it has been learnt that Renault is developing a few more vehicles for the automotive market. The vehicles will be slotted in different price ranges and according to Renault, these new vehicles will carve out new segments. First up, the French automaker launched a new compact SUV - the Kiger. This SUV, based on the CMF-A platform, is a bit smaller than other compact SUVs like the Tata Nexon and Maruti Vitara Brezza. The Renault Automotive company is also working on an electric version of the Kwid and it has been codenamed XBA-EV. The electric car will feature heavily localised components aiming for a competitive price in the market. Renault is also working on a new compact sedan which is likely to be based on the CMF-A platform as well. This compact sedan will undercut the likes of the Maruti Dzire. The sedan has been codenamed LBA and it might be showcased at the 2022 Auto Expo. While the Kwid and Triber make use of a 1.0-litre, 3-cyl, NA petrol engine right now, you can expect Renault to introduce a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine for the HBC and eventually for the Triber too. The compact sedan could get a 1.0-litre engine too, but it remains to be seen whether Renault uses the turbo unit or not. . . . Sourced from https://www.motorbeam.com/ Renault is a brand that has bided its time in South Africa through good and bad days. The French government-controlled automaker has seen a surge in popularity over the past decade reinvigorating a previously tarnished track record with reliable products and dealer efficacy. With an increasing portfolio and growing popularity in South Africa, this is what’s happened in 2022 and what to expect from the established brand and Renault Johannesburg dealerships. While Renault may have been selling cars to our local market from as early as the 1950s, there has never been a time when their lineup has been so conclusive and assorted. From frugal little hatches to spacious SUVs, Renault intends to appeal to every potential family-orientated segment in Johannesburg, Cape Town and everywhere in between, it can. While the first half of the year has been a busy time for the French conglomerate in South Africa, two cars which were launched arrived considerably later than intended. The Clio 5 and updated Captur were earmarked for launch sometime in 2020 but secondary delays caused by Covid-19 have ruffled delivery dates into certain markets such as ours. Nonetheless, their bestselling model of all time; the Clio has undergone a transformation yet remains vaguely familiar to its predecessor. The new Clio V was launched earlier this year and the updated Captur is expected shortly in Q2. For those itching to know if any potent RS models will hit our local shores, no statement was made to the local press for their annual activities and it remains unlikely. The development of all high-performance models has since been absorbed by in-house sport operations division Alpine after an internal reshuffle.
While we are awaiting confirmed dates from Renault for their activities in the second half of 2022, what we can expect from their commitment is the Kwid MY22, Triber MY22 and Trafic MY22. The real exciting news from the stalwart French brand will only arrive in 2023 when the Duster-based Oroch single cab is expected to be launched into our market and into the hotly contested compact bakkie segment. . . . Sourced from https://frenchcarsfavourites.blogspot.com/2022/07/renault-sa-2022-and-beyond.html Clio Intens is the range-topping version of Renault’s recently introduced compact hatchback range. And a car, that remains true to its French engineering legacy and Parisian design influence.
South Africa’s hatchback market is essentially the VW&VW show. With Polo and Vivo untroubled atop the sales charts. But if you desire some individualism and prefer French design to a German industrial aesthetic, there’s always been an alternative from Renault - the Clio hatchback. It has been a near three-year wait for the new Clio. Originally scheduled to arrive in late 2019, but the pandemic and supply chain issues delayed that until earlier this year. Now in its fifth generation, the Clio remains a distinctively styled compact hatchback. With its switchblade shaped headlamps, tapered roofline and hidden rear door handle, this French five-door family car has a bolder presence than Polo. Renault’s design team has given the Clio V a pseudo-coupe look instead of a traditional hatchback silhouette. And it looks all the better for it. The cabin architecture and ergonomics are also decidedly French. With a large infotainment screen, HVAC tabs and traditional rotary dials. Once you become accustomed to the user interface, it works very slickly. The infotainment volume and track/episode scrolling functions are operated by a stalk behind the steering wheel on the right. It is an unusual configuration but works well once you have adapted to it – compared to conventional buttons or track wheels on the steering wheel surface. Clio V has the design appeal to rival the new Polo, but what about its driving experience? There is only one engine option, a turbocharged 1-litre triple. It produced class standard power outputs of 74kW and 160Nm. Renault uses the 1-litre triple engine platform across many models, and it is calibrated to be very keen on boosting. This is a necessary engineering configuration for any small capacity engine – which would feel particularly gutless at low speeds without hyperactive turbocharger intervention. The Renault Clio price for the Intens model is R349,000 and is the headline version in Renault’s new hatchback range. Specification comparisons aside, the five-speed manual gearbox shifts positively. And if you are a true car design geek, you might recognise its shifter top as reminiscent of a legacy Audi gearbox design. Claimed fuel consumption is 5.7l/100km, but in a week’s test-driving cycle, we recorded 7.7l/100km. This is a reasonable figure for something of the Clio’s weight and engine specification. It also proves that the current generation of tiny capacity turbo petrol engines continues to be heavier on fuel than small capacity four-cylinder turbodiesels. French cars are celebrated for their ride quality and although our test car was rolling 17-inch wheels (instead of the 16s, with larger volume tyres), comfort levels were high. The Clio V is an outlier if you are familiar with small cars that nervously wiggle over poor road surfaces. Its suspension geometry and damper settings deliver a drive that confidently tracks around medium radius turns, even if there are mid-corner bumps. Although shorter than the fourth-generation Clio, this new version had excellent high-speed cruising stability, despite the electric power steering feeling quite lifeless in the dead ahead position. Clio Intens is loaded inside Infotainment is a crucial decision point for all cars, especially compact hatchbacks. The price of the new Renault Clio top model gets you a 9.3-inch touchscreen infotainment screen and inductive charging – to keep your device powered up. The portrait orientation infotainment screen has good graphic contrast in direct sunlight, but its reversing camera function lags. There is an occasional frame freeze on the camera display when you are backing up, which isn’t great when inching back in a critical parking scenario. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay synching is seamless, and there are two USB ports if you need to charge additional devices. Clio V’s chic cabin Renault’s industrial designers have themed some of the Clio’s exterior design flair with pinstripe seat fabric. A look that is appealing and should remain on-trend for many years. You never realise the value of luggage space litres until frantically packing for that weekend away on a Friday morning – hoping to beat traffic. And here the Clio V abides. It has 391-litres of luggage space, easily besting the Polo’s 351-litres. In fact, Clio’s luggage space is even better than a larger Golf8. Te Clio V Intens TCe 100 Turbo is comprehensively equipped. A little bit more money gets you a better engine and gearbox in the guise of Polo’s Life, but it has significantly less luggage space. A 1.2-litre engine and CVT transmission are scheduled for introduction later this year. For South African hatchback buyers who value a more distinctive design without any sacrifice in luggage capacity, Clio V might have been worth the wait. . . . Info from https://memeburn.com/ Renault Duster is a very successful product by Renault and the recent increase in competition has overshadowed the Duster. With the BS6 the Duster does not come in AWD engine option and just the petrol Manual and CVT has left it with no winning edge over other cars in the segment. Renault is sure to change certain things on the current Renault Duster range so that it becomes an even better value proposition and becomes a more desirable product in the 5-seater SUV segment.
Diesel Engine With the BS6 the Duster is now available only in petrol and that has been a reason for the drop in its sales. So for the new Renault Duster we are hoping for a diesel engine. The source of this diesel engine is not sure and it could be either a borrowed engine or Renault could develop it. With the diesel, we would be happy to see an automatic option. All-Wheel Drive or 4×4? Bringing back the AWD drive on the Renault Duster might be one more thing that will improve the sales of the vehicle. This will also add to the abilities of a new Renault Duster and take it from being just a car that looks like an SUV to one that actually is capable of tackling tough terrain. Giving it 4×4 or AWD will surely increase the Renault Duster price and this will have to be kept in mind when it’s launched. 7-Seater If you, like us, wonder if a new Renault Duster could support a 7 seater platform then, yes, the current generation Duster can also have the 7 seater configuration? It is not on sale but the car has enough space for a smaller boot and a third row. With the Creta 7-seater, Safari and Hector plus, we could also expect a Duster 7 seater in the future. Overall as a product, a new Renault Duster is probably quite a while from launch. There will be a lot of updates on the product expectations till it is launched and this new Duster range will come with a higher price tag than the current range. . . . Found on Bonjour Renault With the hike in prices of fuel especially petrol and diesel, people are looking for cars with fuel efficiency. Fuel prices skyrocketed and keep climbing this year. People who plan to buy affordable cars during this time, now give higher priority to the fuel efficiency of the cars. This article will be focussing on petrol-run cars.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio – 26.68 kmpl Among all the other cars, Maruti Suzuki Celerio is reportedly the most fuel-efficient car sold. The latest gen of this series has carried forward the legacy. The car is ARAI certified having a fuel efficiency of 26.68 kmpl. Especially the VXI AGS variant has the highest fuel efficiency. Besides, Zxi+ MT trim is the latest fuel-efficient variant, offering 24.97 kmpl. Maruti Suzuki Swift – 23.76 kmpl The next-gen car was launched in 2018, however, this year the company launched the face-lifted version of the car. The Maruti Suzuki Swift has been considered as a best-selling passenger vehicle in FY2021. Among all other features, its fuel efficiency of 23.76 kmpl makes it more efficient. Renault Kwid – 22 kmpl Renault introduced the updated 2021 Model Year (MY) Kwid with only slightly updated pricing. The additional features were only cosmetic, however, it remains to be one of the most fuel-efficient cars in the entry-level space. The 1.0-litre AMT version offers ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 22 kmpl - this with the Kwid price makes it a really excellent budget buy. Renault Kiger – 20.53 kmpl This year, Renault introduced a new version of Renault Kiger. This is the first subcompact SUV launched by the carmaker and is based on the same CMF-A+ platform at the Triber. Besides, the Kiger offers two petrol engine options namely 1.0-litre which is a naturally aspirated motor, and a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine which provides a fuel efficiency of 20.53 kmpl. Tata Punch – 18.97 kmpl The much-anticipated car, Tata Punch features good looks, smart characteristics and holds a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP. Besides, it comes with a petrol engine under the hood with an average fuel efficiency of 18.97 kmpl. . . . Info source: https://bonjourrenault.wordpress.com/2022/03/05/fuel-price-hikes-have-us-asking-what-the-top-fuel-efficient-petrol-cars-are/ Practical, capable and oozing with a no-nonsense appeal, the Renault Duster 4x4 is a great option in the over-populated and over-specced SUV market. Old-school charm The charm of this SUV lies in its no-nonsense appeal and off-road capability. And while its original boxy shape was criticised when it debuted, there have been impressive developments in both exterior and interior design since 2013. The all-new Renault Duster comes with a choice between petrol and diesel and three engine options – the 1.6L 16V and two versions of the 1.5 dCi turbo engine – available in 4×2 and 4×4. I recently got to test drive the latest 4×4 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel manual Duster SUV (there’s no auto in the 4×4), producing 80kW of power and 260Nm of torque. (The 4×2 derivative sits at 66kW and 210 Nm.) There’s nothing overly fancy or confusing when it comes to the Duster’s drive and tech. In many ways, it reminds me of an old Landie or Pajero, which do what they do without any pretensions. There aren’t 150 gazillion options to confuse you when it comes to setting up your drive. The seats aren’t heated and there are no shiatsu lumbar massage options. There’s no gesture control or call-on-demand courier services. It doesn’t take you 25 minutes to set up a phone from layers of different touch screens. However, that’s not to say this SUV doesn’t have what you need. There’s SatNav, phone mirroring and it’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible. Driving the Duster is a straightforward affair. You get in. You adjust your seat, check your mirrors, pair your phone, pull on your safety belt and drive. And with the Renault Duster price ranging between R327,900 and R374,800, it’s one of the best value propositions around. The drive The engine is responsive and torquey and on highways and open roads pretty good on the overtake once you get into the swing of gear changes. I did a few hours of not too hectic off-roading and got to play with the hill descent control function, which kicks in when you take your foot off the brake so that the vehicle can descend a steep decline in a slow and controlled fashion. Along with the usual safety and driver tech like EBD, ABS and blind-spot monitoring, there are a few handy new off-road features, like a 4×4 monitor and a multi-view camera that allows you to keep track of challenging terrain. Via a drive-mode selector, one can choose between front-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and off-road drive modes. It’s 210mm of ground clearance is class-leading and useful when scaling city kerbs. The approach angle of 30 degrees and departure angle of 34 degrees gear the Duster up for some tough all-terrain driving. Boot space is plentiful and with rear seats folded down, there’s a whopping 1,623 litres available. Fuel efficiency is seriously good at a claimed 4.8 l/100km – I got about 5.8. The Duster, with its practical hard plastics and not overly premium surfaces and finishes, is not trying to be some plush diva. Rather, it’s an SUV that can be driven and used: dogs, kids, gardening equipment… and no one’s going to have a cadenza if there are a few scratches and scuffs left behind.
So, you’re probably not going to turn heads when you park, you aren’t going to get massaged in your heated seats or be the first out of the stalls when traffic lights change, but if reliability, capability and good value for money are what you’re after, the Duster is a seriously impressive proposition. Pricing: New Duster 1.5 dCi Dynamique 4×4 R361,900 Standard five-year/150,000km mechanical warranty and six-year anti-corrosion warranty. Services at 15,000km intervals, with a standard three-year/45,000km service plan. . . . Original article from https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/ With the eagerly awaited turbo model poised for introduction next year, Renault has announced the availability of an automatic version of the popular Triber. Introduced in India back in May, the self-shifter comes in the shape of the same five-speed automated manual (AMT) as used in the Kwid, but with an EDC-like gear lever instead of the rotary dial which also comes with a sequential shifting manual mode. Only available on the range-topping Prestige, the inclusion of the ‘box has not affected the outputs of the three-cylinder normally aspirated 1.0-litre engine, which still stands at 52kW/96Nm. The claimed fuel consumption is 5.5 L/100 km. Also unchanged from the manual is the specification sheet, which includes the eight-inch MediaNav touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Recognition and satellite navigation, keyless entry, a separate air-conditioning panel for the second and third rows, a digital instrument cluster, push-button start, a reverse camera with rear parking sensors, six airbags and ABS with EBD.
Still offering seven-seats in four configurations; the two-seater Camp, four-seat Surf, five-seat Life and seven-seat Tribe, the AMT, like with the rest of the Renault Triber range, comes standard with a five year/100 000 km warranty as well as a two year/30 000 km service plan and is priced from R226,900 at Group 1 Renault. . . . Original article source: https://citizen.co.za/ Renault, like its French rival Peugeot, didn't quite nail the first attempt at a compact SUV. The first Captur was a Clio with some ride height and a new body and didn't quite make the cut for buyers. Partly because the original engine was borderline anaemic but secondly, it was really small. When you're French, you have more work to do in other markets. Anyway, the new Captur is far more impressive. With more market-appropriate pricing, more space, a better interior and lots more tech, the second-generation Captur even rolls on a whole new platform, promising more space and better dynamics. Safety rating 5 stars Engine Type 1.3L turbo Fuel Type Unleaded petrol Fuel Efficiency 6.6L/100km Seating 4 seats Does it represent good value for money? What features does it come with? The range comes with 17-inch wheels, a cloth interior, auto headlights, air-conditioning, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the 7.0-inch landscape-oriented touchscreen, full LED headlights (that’s a nice touch), front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera and a space-saver spare. Step up to the higher-spec Captur to get extra safety gear, walk-away auto-locking, a heated leather steering wheel, auto wipers, two-tone paint option, climate control, keyless entry and start (with the Renault key card) and wireless phone charging. Then there's a big jump to the top model Captur. You get 18-inch wheels, a bigger 9.3-inch touchscreen in portrait mode, sat-nav, BOSE sound system, 7.0-inch digital dashboard display, LED interior lighting, 360-degree cameras and leather seats. The new Renault touchscreens are good and include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but I can only speak for the bigger 9.3-inch system which is similar to the Megane's. You get digital radio on top of AM/FM radio and six speakers. The Captur prices are more competitive than the older models. That seems fair because there's a lot more in it and prices are inexorably creeping northwards at the other brands. Is there anything interesting about its design? I had to twice check this was the new Captur, but really, it's just the profile that is most like the older car. The new one is a bit bolder and less jacked-up Clio. The base/ low spec models look pretty much the same apart from the (optional) two-tone paint jobs but the top model looks pretty classy with its bigger wheels and additional materials changes. The new interior is a vast improvement over the old one. The plastics are way nicer and they have to be because hardly anyone has plastics as bad as that old car anymore. The new one has more comfortable seats, too, and I really like the revised dash. It feels much more modern, is better-designed and the little paddle for the audio controls has finally been updated and is way easier to use. It also clears the steering wheel of buttons, which I quite like. How practical is the space inside? You get a massive boot to start with - bigger even than the fabled 408 litres of the Honda HR-V. Renault starts you with 422 litres and then adds underfloor storage. When you push the seats forward and include the hidey-hole under the false floor, you end up with 536 litres. Of course, that sliding will affect the rear legroom. When the rear seats are all the way back, this is a lot more comfortable than the old car, with more head and knee room, although it's no match for the Seltos or HR-V in that respect. Not far off, though. Fold the 60/40 split rear seats down and you have 1275 litres, a not-quite-flat floor and 1.57m long floor space, 11cm more than before. The French approach to cupholders continues. There are just two in this car, but they are at least useful rather than the frustratingly small ones in the outgoing model. Rear seat passengers don't get cupholders or an armrest, but there are bottle holders in all four doors and - joy of joys - air vents in the back. Bit weird to have no armrest even in the top-spec, though. What are the key stats for the engine and transmission?
All Capturs run the same 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine delivering a mildly impressive 113kW at 5500rpm and 270Nm at 1800rpm, which should make for some reasonable speed. Both numbers are slightly higher than the original Captur, with power up by 3.0kW and torque by 20Nm. The front wheels are driven exclusively by Renault's seven-speed dual-clutch auto transmission. Weighing in at a maximum of 1381kg, this enthusiastic engine will push the Captur from 0-100km/h in 8.6 seconds, over half a second quicker than before and a touch quicker than most of its rivals. How much fuel does it consume? Renault says the Captur's 1.3-litre engine will drink unleaded petrol at the rate of 6.6L/100km. That's a more sensible baseline figure than the previous car's sub-6.0 official combined cycle figure and after some web sleuthing appears to be the more accurate WLTP testing number. As we had the car for a brief time, the 7.5L/100km is probably not representative of real-world fuel use, but it's a good guide nonetheless. From the 48-litre tank, you should get 600 to 700km between fills. What safety equipment is fitted? What safety rating? You get six airbags, ABS, stability and traction controls, forward AEB (up to 170km/h) with pedestrian and cyclist detection (10-80km/h), a reversing camera, rear parking sensors, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and lane-keep assist. If you want blind-spot monitoring and reverse cross-traffic alert on the entry-level, you have to step up to the higher-spec model or pay in to add the package. Given the marginal rear visibility and the ordinary resolution on the reversing camera, the omission of RCTA is annoying. I know Kia and various other rivals offer safety as extra, but this is an important feature. Euro NCAP awarded the Captur a maximum of five stars and ANCAP is offering the same rating. What does it cost to own? What warranty is offered? Renault sends you home with a five year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and a year of roadside assist. Every time you return to a Renault dealer for service, you get a further year, to a maximum of five. The capped-price servicing runs for five years/150,000km. That suggests you can cover up to a massive 30,000km per year and only have to service it once, which is exactly what Renault reckons you can do. So yeah - service intervals are genuinely set at 12 months/30,000km. What's it like to drive? Straight up, I will remind you of my fondness for French cars and the way they go about their business. Renault has been in strong form for some time now in the ride and handling department, even on tiny cars with rear torsion beam suspension. Where the previous Captur was let down was a common French failing - weak engines that work fine in the European market but don't go down so well in other markets. Even though I quite liked the old Captur, I got why nobody bought it (relatively speaking). This new one feels good from the second you park your bum in the driver's seat, with good, comfortable support, great vision forward (less so back, but that was the same in the old one) and the steering wheel even has a subtle flattened edge at the top if you have to set the wheel high. The 1.3-litre turbo is a bit grumbly and gristly on start-up and never really loses a slightly odd, reedy harmonic coming through the firewall, but it's a strong performer for its size and works (mostly) well with the seven-speed dual-clutch. Renault's old six-speeder was quite good and the seven works just fine except for a slight hesitation from step-off and is sometimes reluctant to kick down. I blame fuel-saving rather than a ham-fisted calibration because when you punch the weird flower button and switch to Sport mode, the Captur comes good. With a more aggressive transmission and a slightly livelier throttle, the Captur is much happier in this mode and so was I. The steering is light and direct and there's no real presence in the suspension for off-road use which is fine by me because it means it's great fun on the road. And despite being fun to drive, the ride is almost uniformly excellent. Like any car with torsion beams, it's unsettled by big potholes or those horrible rubber speed bumps, but so is an air-suspended German car. It's also fairly quiet except when you've got your foot to the floor and even then it's barely an inconvenience rather than a genuine problem. Verdict The second-generation Captur's arrival coincides with the brand's transfer to a new distributor and a fiercely competitive market still bruised and battered from a shocking 2020. It certainly looks the part and is also priced the part. Without a doubt, the mid-spec (higher spec) is the one to go for unless you want the extra electro-trickery available on the top model, which is quite a lot more expensive. Setting aside my fondness for French cars, the new Renault Captur looks and feels more competitive in the compact SUV market. If you cover a lot of ground every year - or want the option to do so - you should really take a second look at the servicing structure, too, because in the Captur 30,000km in a year means a single service rather than three in turbo-engined rivals. That might be a bit niche, but even over the life of a car where you average 15,000km per year, it will make a difference. Article from https://wheelwonderings.postach.io/post/in-depth-2021-renault-captur-review Long-term test (Introduction): Renault Clio RS 18 F1 EDC
How could any young adult not be excited at the prospect of driving this little attitude-packed black-and-yellow hot hatch with its Akrapovič exhaust system for the next 12 months? We tested the Renault Clio RS 220 Trophy – the car on which this is based – in our July 2017 road test and gave it credit for its exceptional performance and handling but highlighted the EDC transmission as its Achilles’ heel. It was sluggish on downshifts, especially at everyday driving speeds. Piloting the Clio RS 18 over the past few weeks has confirmed this characteristic but I’m already adapting to its quirks. Managing the transmission in manual mode via the aluminium column-mounted paddle shifters provides problem-free downshifts and makes my commute a little more entertaining. In traffic, it’s easier to keep it in auto but the dual-clutch does sometimes struggle to negate the effects of turbo lag from the 1,6-litre engine. More likeable is the short gear ratios, offering rapid shifts. However, the engine spins at just above 3 000 r/min at 120 km/h which, combined with a 45-litre fuel tank, means the RS empties its tank quickly. Add its stiffly sprung Cup chassis and the RS 18 F1 does not make for an ideal long-distance tourer; instead I’ll have to embark on excursions in the Western Cape rather than undertaking any major trans-country road trips. The cushy bucket seats do make everyday driving comfortable. What definitely is on the cards for the Clio RS is track days. With its honed chassis, Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres and RS Monitor track-infused infotainment system, it would be a crime not to stretch this hot hatch’s legs on some properly surfaced tarmac. With Renault’s permission, I’ll be attending one or two track days at Killarney Raceway. Obviously, Deon Joubert’s lap time of 01:30,90 during our test of the Clio RS 220 Trophy is way beyond my abilities but it’ll be fun to see what this little car can really do. With just 65 units produced for SA at R449 900 a pop, the Clio RS 18 F1 is a niche product, with its only rivals being the Volkswagen Polo GTI, Mini Cooper S and, to a lesser extent, the Abarth 595 Competizione 1,4T. The Clio RS 200 Cup and 220 Trophy are no longer available in SA, so this is the only hot Clio you can currently get your hands on. With the small hot-hatch segment slowly dying in South Africa, hopefully our time with this Clio RS derivative can reignite a spark of interest. After 1 month Current mileage: 1 921 km Average fuel consumption: 11,79 L/100 km We like: bad-boy attitude, short gear ratios We don’t like: slow downshifts Long-term test (Update 1): Renault Clio RS 18 F1 EDC The Clio has been such a pleasure to drive, the biggest irk so far has been keeping that black paintwork clean. The Western Cape’s water restrictions have seen it caked in a layer of dust. That said, it’s proved a learning experience on how to be more hands-on with general car cleanliness and wiping off dirt spots as I notice them. Despite all that, the striking black-and-yellow colour scheme has been a real head-turner, with current Clio owners being the most popular demographic to crane their necks, hoping for a second view as the RS races off. After 2 months Current mileage: 2 301 km Average fuel consumption: 11,59 L/100 km Long-term test (Update 2): Renault Clio RS 18 F1 EDC You’d think a 1,6-litre, four-cylinder engine would be frugal in a small hot hatch but, after having driven the Clio RS a little more than two months and failing to resist the punch offered by the rather sizeable turbocharger, the consumption has settled on 11,49 L/100 km, 4,1 litres more than our fuel-index figures of 7,1. Of course, that figure is also hampered by my commuting, which sees me stuck in urban traffic to and from the office. The odd adventure to a nearby mountain pass makes up for the fuel cost, however. After 3 months Current mileage: 2 995 km Average fuel consumption: 11,49 L/100 km Long-term test (Update 3): Renault Clio RS 18 F1 EDC As 2019 dawns, this generation Renault Clio enters the seventh year of its lifecycle, which is coincidentally also its last year of production. As per the knockout round on in our January Performance Shootout issue against the Volkswagen Polo GTI, Mini JCW, Honda Civic Type R and the Clio’s Mégane RS 280 Lux stablemate, it’s quite clear the RS is starting to feel its age despite remaining dynamically very capable. At least exclusivity is guaranteed compared to some of the others. In the four months I’ve driven this RS 18 F1, I haven’t seen another one (although that might also have something to do with Renault importing only 65 units). You can pay top dollar for a new Clio RS 18 F1, yes. You can also find a quality used Renault Clio on the Group 1 Renault website… The Renault Clio for sale is a proven reliable and legendary car - so why not get a pre-owned Renault Clio for sale it at a bargain? . . . Article from https://joiedevivrevehicles.tumblr.com/post/654974346638540800/renault-clio-rs-18-f1-edc-tested-long-term Read these customer reviews if you’re in the market for a new or used Renault Captur for sale to get a real idea of whether it’s the car for you.
The car was chosen with some trepidation, but the Renault Captur has proved to be very good in all the major areas. The provision of a covered lower boot area has proved ideal for storing all the basic mechanical and safety equipment needed - keeps it out of sight and secure. Performance is good and has consistently supplied high 4.7l/ 100km and low 3.9l/ 100km. I am very pleased with the performance and level of comfort in my Captur it comes with a few handy bells and whistles which have helped improve my driving economy. Lovely car, lots of room, cheap to run & no road tax to pay. Nice looking car too! We went for an ivory & black roof which was very smart and received loads of compliments. Changed from a sports crossover to this vehicle to give more leg room in the rear without compromising height off the road and to accommodate a partner not enjoying driving a big vehicle. Surprisingly pleased with the comfort, facilities, performance and economy. However, although I have owned 4 previous Renault vehicles, I have not had this one long enough to comment on the reliability. Reliable with likable performance and features - the Captur for sale could be your next new ride.. If you dare - visit Group 1 Renault today! . . . . Article sourced from https://www.theaa.com/ Dacia/Renault revealed the first official images of its new third-generation Sandero and Sandero Stepway models.
Set to be unveiled in more detail later (expect full interior and engine specs), these newcomers will of course be rebranded and sold under the Renault nameplate here in SA (Dacia has been a subsidiary of Renault since 1999). According to the press release, these third-generation models are “renewed incarnations of the spirit of their elders”. Combining an “unbeatable price” and “compact exterior dimensions”, Dacia claims that the new Renault Sandero models offer “more modernity, equipment and versatility without renouncing the fundamentals of simplicity and reliability”. While ride height remains the same on the new Sandero, it now benefits from a lower roofline, more aggressively raked windscreen and wider track with flush-mounted wheels. Another striking feature is the inclusion of a new and more sculpted bonnet lid. Like we said before, specifics on the interior, engine and gearbox will be shared later. It's a good looking machine that from many angles reminds us of the Clio 4 - a car that no doubt shares one or two parts with its new and more utilitarian Sandero sibling. Check out pricing, specs and features of the Renault Sandero at Group 1 Renault or book your test drive! Article source https://joiedevivrevehicles.tumblr.com/post/651244260490969088/all-new-2021-renault-sandero-feast-your-eyes |
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