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IAA 2011
Frankfurt International Motorshow
September 13, 2011
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Renault has chosen the 64
International Frankfurt Motor Show to take the wraps off
FRENDZY, the fourth concept car to illustrate the brand's new strategy launched in 2010.
After the notion of ‘love at first sight’ expressed by DeZir, discovering the world with Captur
and the establishment of a family with R-Space, FRENDZY presents the world of work.
FRENDZY is a multi-purpose commercial business electric vehicle which doubles up perfectly
as a comfortable car.
Renault has chosen Frankfurt to show how concepts go on to reach the showroom. New
Twingo is the first Renault production car to feature some of the styling cues showcased
by the brand's recent concept cars. Thanks to its attractive, expressive front end and
extensive personalisation programme, New Twingo is sure to appeal to an even broader
audience. This practical and compact city car boasts record cabin space and is at home both
in town and on the motorway. At the same time, the fuel consumption of its punchy engines
has come down even further.
On the subject of engines, the Frankfurt Motor Show provides Renault with the ideal
opportunity to reveal the latest developments in its powertrain strategy. Following the recent
launches of the Energy dCi 130 and 2.0 Energy 130/150 engines, the Energy family is set to
expand further still with two new powerplants: the Energy TCe 115 petrol engine and the
Energy dCi 110, an extensively enhanced version of the current 1.5 dCi diesel. The Renault
Energy range is a case study in how innovation can work not only for performance, but also
for low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
In its "Renault 2016 - Drive the Change" plan, Renault has effectively committed to reducing
its carbon footprint by 10 percent between now and 2013, and by a further 10 per cent
between 2013 and 2016. In addition to its ongoing work on internal combustion engines,
Renault will be the only car manufacturer to launch a comprehensive range of
affordable electric vehicles. With a month to go before the first Renault Z.E. (Zero
Emissions) vehicles are seen in showrooms and on the road, the necessary systems are
already up and running to ensure a seamless shift to electric mobility.
Today, Renault is delivering on its promises. On the quality front, we have a range of vehicles
which ADAC describes as 'good' or even 'excellent'. At the same time, we are introducing two
new Energy petrol and diesel engines which benefit from our experience in F1 racing. They
will enable us to propose vehicles that boast unrivalled CO2 emissions and fuel consumption
in their respective segments. This year, we are also launching our first three electric vehicles
which customers can already reserve. Renault has kept its promise, too, with regard to
styling, with a new concept car and New Twingo, the first production car to be inspired by our
new design strategy. And this is just the beginning of a new era for Renault: in 2012, we are
preparing to launch nine new models and ten restyled vehicles."
Carlos Tavares, Renault Chief Operating Officer.
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CONTENTS
RENAULT'S NEW DESIGN STRATEGY: FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY ……. P 4
■ FRENDZY: the functional vehicle for either work or family use – a question of choice
■ New Twingo: even more irresistible
■ The Renault Sport range: great looking performance cars
■ New Koleos: a dynamic crossover which delivers unrivalled comfort
ENERGY: INNOVATION WORKING FOR POWERTRAIN PERFORMANCE … P 16
■
F1 and road cars… an identical objective: enhanced powertrain efficiency
■
Energy TCe 115: a 1.2 litre engine with unprecedented performance, and a model of
fuel efficiency
■ Energy
dCi 110: a transformation for the 1.5 dCi engine
■ 118g/km
for Lagunas powered by the 2.0 Energy dCi 130 and dCi 150 engines
■ Introduction
of the Energy family of engines
EVERYTHING IN PLACE FOR THE ARRIVAL OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES …... P 23
■
Systems up and running…
■
A fully inclusive offer in pack form: the Z.E. Box
■
A comprehensive range of readily affordable electric vehicles
RENAULT: AN ONGOING COMMITMENT TO HIGH QUALITY LEVELS …….. P 35
■
Renault quality: widely recognised
■ Standardisation
■ Engines
of strict procedures and rigorous controls
that reflect Renault's demanding standards
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RENAULT'S NEW DESIGN STRATEGY: FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY
FRENDZY: THE FUNCTIONAL VEHICLE FOR EITHER WORK OR FAMILY
USE – A QUESTION OF CHOICE
"FRENDZY is the fourth step in our new design strategy which was first illustrated by
Renault DeZir. FRENDZY is an original and innovative vehicle which takes us into an
area that is vital to Renault: the world of light commercial vehicles." Laurens Van Den
Acker (Director of Industrial Design, Renault).
FRENDZY, A MULTI-FACETED FRIEND
After the notion of ‘love at first sight’ expressed by DeZir , discovering the world with Captur
and the establishment of a family with R-Space, FRENDZY presents the world of work. The
latest concept car to be produced under the leadership of Laurens Van Den Acker, it is the
perfect multi-talented vehicle. As a commercial business vehicle which can double up
perfectly as a comfortable passenger car, it meets the requirements of business users on the
one hand and those of families on the other. "FRENDZY is the must-have vehicle for
flexibility and versatility, two qualities which are in tune with today's world. It is
efficient and modern as a work tool, yet sporty and warmly welcoming for the family."
Axel Breun (Director of Concept and Show Car Design)
On the outside…
On the passenger’s side, there’s no centre pillar; just one conventional door and one sliding
side door which incorporates a 37-inch widescreen display. This is the world of work. The
driver’s side, complete with centre-opening doors represents the world of the family. Ease
of loading and ease of entry go without saying in both worlds. "The concept of an
asymmetric body design was the most logical way to express this vehicle’s dual role,"
says Exterior Designer, Deyan Denkov. "From the very start, I wanted to move away from
the traditional format for business vehicles and, in doing so, show that this type of
vehicle can also be more emotional, more dynamic and more attractive. I took
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inspiration from a wide variety of sources, including unconventionally shaped aircraft
such as the Airbus Beluga and the Antonov 224."
On weekdays, FRENDZY is a vehicle that adapts to the requirements of the business user,
with a large external screen that can display information or advertising messages, either
whilst stationary or on the move. Come the weekend, the car becomes a family vehicle, with
a comfortable passenger seat and, in the rear, a big bench seat. Children can watch a film or
play games on the touch-sensitive pad which slides out from the back of the driver’s seat.
They can even draw on a special slate integrated into the sliding door.
The driver, likewise, can adapt the vehicle to his or her needs. In ‘work’ mode, the rear-view
mirrors sit upright and the interior lighting is green; in ‘family’ mode, the mirrors swivel round
to the horizontal position and the interior is bathed in a radiant orange ambience. Coloured
lights in the headlamps and tail lights provide an external indication of the mode in which the
vehicle is running. With FRENDZY, Renault – as Europe’s LCV market leader for the past 13
years – once again showcases the practicality, modularity and versatility that are already
hallmarks of Kangoo, Trafic and Master.
On the inside…
The driver’s environment is
designed along the theme of
a
futuristic
‘work
bench’.
Green light emanating from
the dashboard brings this
smooth
and
organic
architecture to life. These
lights
signify
the
‘work’
mode and tie in with the
colour
displayed
on
the
exterior of the vehicle. In the
‘family’ mode, the atmosphere becomes warmer as the green lights turn orange – a subtle
reference to the colour of Renault's previous concept car, the family-oriented R-Space.
Dominant throughout is the sense that the interior forms a cosy cabin which echoes the
simple yet practical world of camping, and this is further reflected by extensive use of wood.
Indeed, as much a symbol of warmth as it is of strength and timelessness, wood forms a link
between the two modes.
"Our research into materials centred on the area where the technology of industry
meets the cosy softness of the family nest," notes Antoine Génin, Director of Interior
Design, Colours and Materials. "This modern combination of wood and metal picks up on
Renault’s strategic design values of simplicity, sensuousness and warmth."
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On a practical level, the fabric roof adapts itself to the shape of bulky objects, while magnetic
fixings allow the load to be secured to the floor, and modular stowage systems are a practical
bonus for business users. The single-piece rear seat is integrated into the floor and the front
seat folds forward in order to free up space.
Interior designer, Ana Zadnik: "The interior of the vehicle reflects its double identity: on
the one hand, it provides a roomy, uncluttered load carrying space and, on the other, it
can become a space that’s fun and interactive which seats up to four people. Sections
of the dashboard and rear door panels are extruded to form recesses that can serve to
stow a variety of accessories, again making life easier for the user."
AN INNOVATIVE OFFICE ON WHEELS
The user-friendly layout of the driver’s environment and the tablet turn FRENDZY into a truly
interactive and communicative tool. Renault worked with Research In Motion (RIM) on this
project, and the BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet, plugged into the dashboard, has enabled the
concept of an office on wheels to become a reality. The ultra-portable BlackBerry PlayBook
delivers advanced performance, unrestricted web navigation in association with the Adobe®
Flash® application, high-definition multimedia, modern security functions and a perfect fit with
business needs.
Thanks to BlackBerry PlayBook, business customers
benefit from an effective workplace and unrestricted
mobility. The tablet slots directly into the centre
console, ensuring perfect convenience once on the
move. As soon as it is plugged in, it becomes an
integral element of the vehicle. It can also continue to
be used for work once the device is removed again,
and it can of course be used for all of the normal
PlayBook tablet functions. The device has an important role to play in the personalisation of
the vehicle, too, since it controls the exterior screen, while the vehicle is in motion or when it
is stationary; this can be just as much for business as for family purposes.
Sensors located on each door sill log the loading or unloading of packages equipped with
RFID chips (Radio Frequency IDentification) containing key information such as destination
address, weight and size. This gives users a real-time inventory of the goods being carried in
their vehicle. In addition, drivers can automatically calculate or re-calculate their itineraries
based on this information.
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FRENDZY, AN ELECTRIC CONCEPT CAR
FRENDZY's powertrain is the same as that of Kangoo Z.E., although the charging socket –
concealed behind the Renault logo at the front – is identical to that of ZOE Preview.
Meanwhile, extensive work has gone into the sounds FRENDZY produces. This work was
carried out in conjunction with IRCAM (Institut de Recherche et la Coordination
Acoustique/Musique). FRENDZY's dual personality prompted Renault and IRCAM to develop
a broad range of sounds as a function of whether the vehicle is being used for business
purposes or as a family vehicle.
"Exploring the most informative sounds possible led me to work on variations in speed
in order to express them in a clear manner," explains composer Andrea Cera who used
IRCAM's Modalys software. "When accelerating hard, the sound becomes sharper, with
a little wind noise. For deceleration phases, I added a more prominent wind sound."
Dimensions (mm)
Length
4,091
Width
1,872 / 2,172 (excluding / including mirrors)
Height
1,743
Ground clearance (laden)
Wheelbase
Front/rear track
Carrying capacity (litres)
200
2,691
1,640/1,640
2,250
Technical data
Motor
Power (kW/hp)
Batteries
Electric
44/60
Lithium-ion
Maximum torque (Nm)
226
Top speed (kph)
130
Transmission
Tyres
Kerb weight (kg)
Direct, with drive inverter
Concept 205/45 R19 - Michelin
1,420
Partners
Body construction
Mobile interface
ProtoStyle
Research In Motion (RIM)
Optics
Gaggione
Sound
IRCAM
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NEW RENAULT TWINGO: EVEN MORE IRRESISTIBLE
“Our aim was to reinforce the fun, colourful and friendly character of Twingo, in
particular by working on the range of colours and materials. We wanted New Twingo to
appeal beyond its core customer base, which is predominantly female and city-based.
Clearly differentiated equipment levels, featuring light or dark tones, options for
distinctive personalisation and numerous possibilities to upgrade, mean there is
something to meet every customer’s needs. This approach is the starting point for a
design strategy that will be rolled out across other Renault models.” Antoine Génin
(Director of Interior Design)
A MORE ASSERTIVE PERSONALITY
New Renault Twingo is the first vehicle in the range to feature the brand’s new design identity.
The car will go on sale in early 2012, and includes a number of styling features that were
unveiled on the most recent concept cars, and which will become the visual signature of all
Renault cars in the future.
Outside, the front end of New Twingo has taken its inspiration specifically from this new
design approach. On the bonnet, the Renault diamond is both bigger and significantly more
upright. The black background highlights the badge and presents the brand in a robust,
confident manner. Like the first-generation Twingo, the newcomer features an expressive,
appealing front end. Its dynamic, playful character is underlined by its fog lights and round
sidelights which are now positioned next to the grille. The ‘eyelids’ of the headlights also
contribute to New Twingo’s distinctive looks.
Warm, original new colours called Fuchsia and Bermuda Blue have been added to the
existing range, and bring a touch of light-hearted fun that’s characteristic of city cars.
Depending on market, New Twingo can be fitted with a electrically-operated fabric sunroof as
an option.
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At the rear, there are new lights in addition to the main cluster. Located on the tailgate, they
enhance New Twingo's lines and echo the front end, bringing extra shape and punch to the
car. With a rounder rear bumper and a more curved form for the lower part of the tailgate, the
lines are softer. Among the 24 different alloy wheel and wheel trim options, one particularly
assertive new wheel design (black diamond effect) contributes to improved aerodynamics and
reduced CO2 emissions.
Inside,
Twingo’s
bubbly
side
is
enhanced through the harmony of
colour and material. All the upholstery
options have their own personality. The
seats feature new patterns, with edging
picked out in contrasting colours. All
stitching, as well as the leather or TEP
panels, are coordinated. The colours
also feature on the door inserts and climate control and heater system controls. The lateral air
vents come in different tones, depending on the market (Gloss Black, Majorelle Blue, Anis
Green, Gunmetal), and their controls are detailed in chrome. Depending on market, the higher
equipment levels offer clearly differentiated interior treatments: masculine and sporty in the
case of the Dynamique, Renault Sport, GT and Gordini options; or more comfortable and
feminine with the Privilege and Initiale packages.
Ever since its launch, Twingo’s build quality has been one of its biggest features, and this is
now more apparent than ever in its interior finish, as exemplified by the dashboard which has
been enhanced through the use of more substantial and higher quality materials.
A TWINGO FOR EVERYONE
New Twingo sees Renault introduce a brand new
collection of five roof decals in addition to the ten
options that are already available. Each one is factory
fitted and expresses a bold, attractive personality, with
the
contrasting
motifs
offering
different
visual
atmospheres. Two of the decals can be coordinated
with the interior and upholstery.
Customers can also choose different colours for the door mirrors and tips of the protective
side mouldings, with colours which contrast with the main body colour. Whether ‘radical’ or
‘graphic’, the end result will not only be entirely personal but also guaranteed to be elegant.
This system of personalisation will be rolled out through a fun, online configurator. Renault is
making customisation readily affordable thanks to attractive pricing that will allow every owner
to say – “That’s My Twingo!”
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"Move yourself" and Twingo appears before your very eyes!
Visitors to the Frankfurt Motor Show will be able to configure New Twingo on the Renault
stand using hand-eye coordination. Thanks to motion-sensing technology that uses fun and
attractive cameras, everybody will be able to create their own Twingo. You simply need to
select and combine different personalisation options using the virtual palette on the big
screen. Results can be posted on the web.
French luxury: New Twingo Mauboussin show car
Renault and Mauboussin, the celebrated Place Vendôme-based Parisian creative jeweller,
have prepared a one-off Twingo show car for the Frankfurt Motor Show. The car is presented
like a jewel, in the vibrant, colourful setting of a light box.
“Luxury is about making dreams come true; the expression of emotion and excellence. The
objective which Renault and Mauboussin set themselves was to provide as many women as
possible with a chance to realise their automotive dream, with the accent on emotion and
excellence. Twingo Mauboussin represents the luxury of the present moment. The Parisian
creative jeweller and designers from Renault were able give full expression to their respective
talent and sensitivity in the choice of the car's colour, the sensuality of its materials and its
forms. The result illustrates each partner's quest for liberty. “Thanks to its Tourmaline Brown
bodywork and chocolate-hued interior, Twingo Mauboussin embodies a certain delectable
indulgence.By choosing to work with Renault, Mauboussin has taken a stand for excellence 'à
la française' Alain Némarq (President, Mauboussin).
AS EDGY AS EVER
Interior space and versatility hit the bull's-eye
New Twingo's design combines compact exterior dimensions with an impressively spacious
interior. The very roomy city car provides 22 centimetres of knee room, which puts it among
the segment's very best. Meanwhile, Twingo’s reputation has always been sealed through its
versatility-featuring separate, independently sliding, 50/50-split rear seats, Twingo is
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particularly practical, too. Its boot capacity can extend from 230 to 959 dm , while the
numerous cubbies and ingenious solutions available as options combine to make it the
perfect partner both for shopping runs and for trips to the country.
Punchy, economical and even more respectful of the environment
The powerplants which feature in the New Twingo range mean it is more than capable of
devouring long distances. The 1.2 TCe 100hp engine, which boasts peak torque of 155Nm
available from low revs, delivers the driving enjoyment of a larger-capacity engine, but with
lower fuel consumption. Twingo's flagship engines, like the 1.2 16V 75hp petrol engine or
the dCi 75 and dCi 85 diesels, have all benefited from ongoing improvements. Coupled with
aerodynamic fine-tuning, this work has resulted in significant fuel consumption and
greenhouse gas emissions improvements, yet not to the detriment of driving enjoyment. The
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fuel consumption for Twingo dCi 75 and 85 (3.4 litres/100km) counts among the most frugal in
its class. From 2012, New Twingo will achieve benchmark emissions standards: 85g of
CO2/km for the dCi 75 and dCi 85 diesel-powered versions and 102g/km with the 1.2 16V
75hp petrol engine. New Twingo is one of the only city cars to be available with Euro5 diesel
engines that combine performance and fuel efficiency.
Practical and versatile
Thanks to its platform which is based on that of Clio, New Twingo retains its best-in-class
status with regard to handling and ride comfort. It has all the qualities of a long-distance tourer
and even offers better range. Driving economically, a full tank can ensure a range of up to
1,000km (diesel version) or 750km (petrol). Meanwhile, New Twingo's compact dimensions
and nimble handling are ideal for slicing through city traffic, yet it is just as much in its element
out of town, too.
In tune with its time thanks to a range of multimedia audio systems
All the audio systems in the New Twingo range will feature Bluetooth functionality and audiostreaming with USB connectivity as standard. This makes it easy to play digital music, from a
player, phone or USB stick. In this area, too, New Twingo delivers the same features as
Renault models in other segments. As an option, the audio system can be used as a docking
station for the iPhone and latest-generation iPod Touch. This audio system permits the use of
GPS navigation thanks to a Renault-developed iPhone application. This app uses Bluetooth
to communicate with the car and analyses the driver's 'eco-driving' behaviour in real time with
a view to providing fuel-saving tips.
Twingo showcases Renault quality
Since its launch, Twingo has enjoyed widely acclaimed reliability and a remarkable level of
customer satisfaction, as confirmed by a long list of studies and surveys. Germany's ADAC,
for example, considers Twingo’s reliability to have ranged from ‘good’ to ‘excellent’ for several
years.
Meanwhile, the French magazine L’Automobile Magazine put Twingo first in its class for the
second consecutive year in its overall quality ranking published in February 2011. The
magazine also stressed that “with Twingo, Renault has demonstrated its ability to propel one
of its cars to the top level of customer satisfaction.”
Thanks to the careful attention that it pays to the details, New Twingo is poised to take the
quality long associated with the model to an even higher standard.
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THE RENAULT SPORT RANGE: GREAT LOOKING, SPORTY CARS
NEW TWINGO R.S.: SPORTY LOOKS AND THE FULL RENAULT SPORT
TREATMENT
New Twingo R.S., which will make its world premiere
at Frankfurt, is presented in its signature Sirius Yellow
body colour. In addition to its dynamic grille
incorporating four lights, New Twingo R.S. features
an F1-type splitter in the front bumper. This design
touch, which can now be found across the Renault
Sport range, is a tribute to Renault’s success in
Formula 1. The rear wheel arches, including air vents that reinforce the car’s sporty character,
house a distinctive new 16-inch Renault Sport wheel design. Customers can personalise the
exterior with a grey design pack which sees the F1 splitter, door mirror housings and R.S.
spoiler all picked out in anthracite.
Inside, the yellow stitching used for the steering wheel, seats and dashboard cowling is in
perfect harmony with the hallmark colour of the brand and other Renault Sport models. The
dashboard, audio console, rev-counter housing and lateral air vents are finished in Gloss
Black. A new white interior tone has also been introduced, and is used for the upper part of
the steering wheel, for the vertical stripes on the sport seats and for the rev-counter bezel.
The optional R.S. Monitor onboard telemetry system which has proved so popular on Clio
R.S. and Mégane R.S. can also be ordered as an option.
MÉGANE R.S. TROPHY: 265HP AND A TIME OF 8' 8" ROUND THE
'NORDSCHLEIFE', PLUS REAL VERSATILITY
This
summer,
established
a
Mégane
new
R.S.
lap
Trophy
record
at
the
Nordschleife, part of the original Nürburgring
circuit, in Germany, in the production frontwheel drive category, thanks to a time of 8
minutes and 8 seconds. The potential of its
265-horsepower,
engine,
which
two-litre
develops
turbocharged
peak
torque
of
360Nm, is optimised by its Cup chassis which
features an independent steering axis front suspension arrangement, a limited slip differential,
Brembo brakes and Bridgestone RE50A tyres. Yet Mégane R.S. Trophy is a versatile car, and
comfortable, too, thanks to its Recaro seats. It has been specially designed to heighten the
enjoyment. Its distinctive styling (especially in Sirius Yellow) and exceptional performance
have already made Mégane R.S. Trophy a collector’s item.
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A 2.0 turbo Renault Sport engine under the bonnet of Mégane R.S. Trophy for even
more exceptional performance!
Four cylinder 1,998 cc turbocharged engine.
Enhanced technical specification of the 2.0 turbo Renault Sport engine (type F4Rt R.S.) for
even smoother performance and a more enjoyable driving experience.
The revised air intake system takes account of higher pressures and temperatures.
Turbo pressure: up 0.2 bar to 2.5 bar.
Power: up 15hp to 265hp.
360Nm of torque (up 20Nm) across a wide power band (from 3,000 to 5,000rpm).
• Weight-to-power ratio: 5.09kg/hp, for a specific power of 132.5hp/litre.
GORDINI, THE CHIC AND SPORTY BRAND
New Twingo Gordini: "Be Glorious Be Gordini!"
The Malta Blue body colour and white stripes of New Twingo Gordini make the Gordini legend
an affordable reality. Its striking, instantly recognisable
looks are ideal for customers who want chic and sporty
car which genuinely feisty performance. Both the 1.2 TCe
100hp petrol and dCi 85 diesel versions deliver punch,
fuel efficiency and a standard of driving enjoyment rarely
found in a city car.
Customers looking for a less visually distinctive design can opt for the new grey interior trim
and one of the alternative body colours: Glacier White, Pearlescent Black or Vif Red. And
those who want even more from their car will soon be able to discover Twingo Gordini R.S.
(1.6 16V 133hp), a version which packs all the sporting DNA of Renault Sport. Gordini has
successfully introduced its ’French Touch’ in some 20 markets appealing to a younger and
more feminine customer base.
The Gordini touch for Renault Wind, too!
Exclusive and innovative, Wind is an affordable roadster that has become even more
irresistible thanks to the availability of Gordini styling
cues. On sale since Summer 2011, Wind Gordini which
can go top down in just 12 seconds thanks to a clever
rotating roof that is unique in this segment. Although a
two-seat convertible, it easily swallows luggage for a
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weekend away thanks to its consistent 270dm of boot
space, whether the top is p or down. Wind Gordini is all
about motoring enjoyment, but it is also a practical and sensible daily driver thanks to its
responsive yet economical 1.2 TCe 100hp or 1.6 16V 133hp engines.
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NEW RENAULT KOLEOS: A DYNAMIC CROSSOVER WHICH DELIVERS
UNRIVALLED COMFORT
EVEN
MORE
DYNAMIC
AND
ROBUST STYLING
The new, revised version of the brand's first
4x4 crossover – Renault Koleos – is due to
go on sale in the last quarter of 2011.
The front end has been redesigned to
emphasise the vehicle's assertive character
and elegance. The air intakes positioned
either side of the Renault logo on the
previous version have made way for an elegant chrome grille, while the dynamism of the
model has been reinforced by new, slimmer headlights. The new door mirrors now
incorporate LED indicators. The side view expresses the robustness associated with the
world of 4x4 motoring thanks to cues like high ground clearance, prominent wheel arches and
new, modern, sporty wheels. The current model’s distinctive rear-end styling has been
carried over, including the steeply-raked rear window which suggests forward movement and
provides Koleos with a particularly original stance. New Renault Koleos will also be available
in a new dynamic body colour: Cayenne Orange. Careful attention has been paid to the
quality and finish of the cabin. A selection of new upholsteries and trims enhance the original
vehicle’s refinement, while the dashboard and instrument lighting have evolved, too, with the
introduction of a modern, instrument panel.
CO2 EMISSIONS SAVINGS FOR A CROSSOVER WHICH IS IN ITS ELEMENT ON
ALL TYPES OF ROAD
Depending on market, New Renault Koleos will be available with either a 150hp or 175hp
diesel engine (type M9R) or a 170hp petrol powerplant (type TR25), all of which deliver
dynamic, quality performance under the bonnet of this crossover which measures 4.52m in
length and 1.85m in width. Work on the vehicle's aerodynamics and its 2.0 dCi powertrain
has produced appreciable CO2 emissions savings. The CO2 emissions of the 4x2 version
powered by the dCi 150 engine are just 148g/km.
New Koleos is a particularly versatile vehicle which is as at home in built-up areas as it is
when driven along twisty country lanes. The 4x4 version, which uses a Nissan-developed allwheel drive transmission, boasts genuine off-road ability. Thanks to its balanced proportions,
New Renault Koleos is also perfectly at home in built-up areas thanks to its precise power
steering and stability which ensure a reassuringly nimble drive. At the time of the original
version's launch, it benefited extensively from Renault's vast experience in the fields of active
and passive safety, and features including ESC, emergency brake assist, programmed
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structural crumple zones, six airbags and front seat belt pretensioners earned it a five-star
EuroNCAP crash-test rating.
OUTSTANDING COMFORT, USER-FRIENDLY MODULARITY, AND A RAFT OF
USER-FRIENDLY TECHNOLOGIES
New Renault Koleos delivers segment-topping cabin space and comfort, while its interior
benefits extensively from the know-how of the brand which pioneered the MPV concept.
Everything has been thought through to ensure that all five passengers travel in perfect
comfort, including front headroom and kneeroom among the best the segment has to offer,
while those sitting in the rear benefit from an optimal balance between headroom and
shoulder room.
Practical and modular: New Renault Koleos comes with 70 litres of stowage space, plus a
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split-opening tailgate which facilitates access to the 450dm VDA boot. The 60/40-split rear
bench seat is equipped with Renault's 'Easy Fold’ system that enables it to be folded from the
rear of the vehicle.
New Renault Koleos comes with a raft of high-end driver-friendly features and it takes
owners no time at all to feel perfectly at home inside their vehicle. Equipment designed to
take the stress out of motoring includes hands-free entry and ignition, an electronic parking
brake, automatic headlight and windscreen-wiper activation and joystick-controlled Carminat
TomTom Live navigation. The all-wheel drive versions of New Koleos also come with Hill
Start Assist and Hill Descent Control. Use of the radio, navigation system and dual-zone
climate control is perfectly intuitive, with controls that fall reassuringly and readily to hand.
Careful attention has been paid to acoustic comfort, with work focusing on the elimination of
transmission and road noise. For even greater travelling comfort, New Koleos is available
with Bose® sound in the form of a premium audio system engineered especially for the
vehicle.
Renault Koleos has a distinctly international calling and is marketed on five continents. It was
the first vehicle to benefit from Alliance-wide input and has emerged as a spearhead of the
brand's range in several markets, including China, Mexico and Colombia.
For further information: www.media.renault.com
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RENAULT'S
NEW
RANGE
OF
ENERGY
ENGINES:
INNOVATION
WORKING FOR POWERTRAIN PERFORMANCE
"Our powertrain strategy focuses on two areas: the introduction of new technologies
for petrol and diesel internal combustion engines, plus the development of a range of
electric drive-trains that ensure our status as Europe's number one vehicle
manufacturer with regard to the CO2 emissions of our range.
"This powertrain offensive takes the form of frequent product launches, beginning with
our new automatic EDC transmission in 2010. Last June, we released the Energy dCi
130 – the Energy family's first diesel engine – and that was followed this summer by
the 2.0 Energy dCi 130 and dCi 150. Today, we have two other new engines in
Frankfurt: the diesel Energy dCi 110 and the Energy TCe 115. The latter marks the
renewal of our petrol range and will be marketed in Europe from early-2012. This range
will mark a clean-break in terms of CO2, with emissions down by almost 30 percent
over our current line-up." Jacques PROST (Director, Powertrain Engineering
Department)
Following the recent, back-to-back launches of the Energy dCi 130 and 2.0 Energy dCi
130/dCi 150 engines, the Energy family is poised to expand further with the introduction of
two new internal combustion engines: the new Energy TCe 115 petrol engine and a
transformation of the existing 1.5 dCi diesel, which will be known as the Energy dCi 110. The
key features of Renault's Energy range of engines are:
Powertrain performance which calls on Renault's technological excellence in
F1: thanks to its Energy range of engines, Renault seeks to pass on the benefit of the
technological excellence it has acquired in motorsport to its customers. Its 34 years of
experience in F1, during which time it has secured no fewer than nine Constructors'
world titles, have contributed to the availability of a raft of unprecedented
technologies for this level of range.
Technological content based on new-generation downsizing, incorporating
Stop&Start with braking/deceleration energy recovery, and a unique technology
package for the cubic capacities concerned.
A determination to achieve radical reductions in fuel consumption, CO2 emissions
and running costs, while at the same time delivering genuine driving pleasure and
exacting quality in every domain.
F1 AND ROAD CARS…
AN IDENTICAL OBJECTIVE: ENHANCED POWERTRAIN EFFICIENCY
Whether their work involves designing and developing engines for road cars or for Formula 1,
Renault's engine specialists share the same threefold mission: the design of reliable,
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increasingly fuel-efficient, high-performance powertrains. Indeed, cross pollination exists
between motor racing's premium championship and road cars in several areas:
A transfer of resources: staff movements between Renault Sport F1 and Renault's
powertrain engineering division mean that the Energy range of engines has directly
benefited from the expertise Renault has accumulated as a Formula 1 engine
supplier.
Skill sharing:
o
A thorough understanding of so-called 'square' engine architectures,
o
A perfect grasp of thermodynamics and cooling,
o
Work on minimising friction,
o
Pooled computing and measuring tools (90 percent of software is shared),
o
Pooled methodology software for increasingly shorter development times.
ENERGY TCe 115: A 1.2-LITRE ENGINE WITH UNPRECEDENTED
PERFORMANCE AND A MODEL OF FUEL EFFICIENCY
REVIVAL OF THE PETROL ENGINE IN EUROPE
The application of technologies more commonly employed for diesel engines has led to a
significant revival in the appeal of petrol powerplants. As a consequence, Renault has
decided to invest massively in this area and, in the coming months, will propose a new range
1
of Energy TCe
engines that are both economical and even more respectful of the
environment. The Energy TCe family marks a fresh development in Renault's petrol engine
strategy and is expected to account for 85 per cent of the brand's petrol engine sales in
Europe by 2015.
THE BEST POWER/FUEL EFFICIENCY RATIO
This brand new engine is
poised to appear in the first
half of 2012, initially in the
Mégane and Scénic range
where
it
will
gradually
replace the 1.6 16V 110hp
(type K4M). Compared with
the latter, it will represent an
uprated
package
performance
despite
its
25
percent smaller cubic capacity.
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A turbocharged four-cylinder 1.2-litre engine (1,198cc) with direct injection.
Maximum power: 115hp (plus 5hp).
Turbo Control efficiency
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Peak torque: 190Nm (plus 40Nm) from 2,000 to 4,000pm, with 90 percent available
from 1,500rpm;
Reduction in fuel consumption by 25 per cent. That works out as a saving of more
than 1.5 litres/100km compared to the engine it replaces and will give the car a range
close to that of a diesel.
Running costs will also take a significant plunge thanks to the combination of its
timing chain and low fuel consumption and CO2 taxes.
New-generation downsizing:
o
All-aluminium block.
o
Unprecedented specific power for a 1.2 petrol engine: 100hp/litre.
o
A modular family: a three-cylinder, 900cc 90hp TCe engine to come.
PACKED WITH PERFORMANCE-IMPROVING, EFFICIENCY-ENHANCING
TECHNOLOGIES
Renault's first turbocharged, direct-injection petrol engine – the Energy TCe 115 – is
particularly responsive. Thanks to peak torque of 190Nm, a figure worthy of a two-litre
powerplant and available from as low as 1,750rpm, the Energy TCe 115 delivers the
acceleration and mid-range response expected of a 1.6-litre engine. This has been made
possible thanks to a range of new technologies, some of which come from the world of F1:
'Square' engine architecture: takes up less space yet delivers the same
performance.
Reduced friction: friction-related energy losses have been reduced, meaning that
less fuel is required to deliver the same quantity of energy. Other benefits are longer
engine life and enhanced robustness.
o
Variable-rate oil pump: oil pressure is electronically monitored and adjusted
as a function of how the engine is being used. The benefit to the customer is
lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
o
Low-friction timing chain: this optimised timing chain is equipped with a
hydraulic tensioner which keeps it permanently taut to minimise friction.
o
Graphite-coated piston skirts.
o
DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coated cam followers, a technique that has
been employed in F1 for some years. Benefits are significantly reduced
friction and enhanced energy efficiency for uprated performance and
improved fuel consumption.
Direct fuel injection: fuel is injected directly into the combustion chamber to optimise
efficiency by carefully adapting the strategy as a function of how the engine is being
used. The result is improved combustion and, consequently, lower fuel consumption
and CO2 emissions.
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Double cam-phasing Variable Valve Timing (VVT). Combined with an integrated
turbo manifold, VVT ensures that maximum torque is available at low engine speeds
and across a broad rev-band.
Stop & Start with ultra fast start-up: at a standstill, the system automatically
detects the position of each piston and injects fuel into the most favourably-placed
cylinder, in the same way as a cyclist presses on the uppermost pedal when pulling
away. Re-starting is instantaneous. The energy required for frequent re-starting is
recovered during deceleration and braking.
The expertise of Renault Sport F1 engineers channelled for the Energy TCe 115
Renault has sought to dial Renault Sport F1's technological excellence into the design of its
Energy engines. The Powertrain Engineering Department has accordingly called on talent
from the world of Formula 1 to work on its new engines. Following the example set by
Philippe Coblence, who worked on the Energy dCi 130 (type R9M), Jean-Philippe Mercier
was tasked with engineering the Energy TCe 115.
Jean-Philippe Mercier (Powertrain Engineering Manager, Energy TCe 115 family): "As early
as the 1980s, we stood out as pioneers of downsizing in F1. Even in those days, we
were getting some 850hp out of our 1,500cc turbocharged V6. The experience we have
accumulated has brought us a thorough understanding of powerful engines for their
size. My input has focused on the Energy TCe 115's specific power, and the result is
100hp/litre, a first for a 1.2-litre engine. And Renault has no intention of stopping its
work there!"
ENERGY dCi 110: A TRANSFORMATION FOR THE 1.5 dCi ENGINE
BIG STAKES FOR RENAULT
Renault's
engine,
core-range
the
1.5
dCi,
powers one in three of
the
brand's
vehicles,
from Twingo to Laguna.
Nearly one million units
were
2010.
manufactured
The
in
new
transformed version of
the
powerplant
will
initially be available for Mégane range before it is extended to the other vehicles marketed by
the group.
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HIGHER TORQUE, FUEL CONSUMPTION SAVINGS AND RECORD LOW
EMISSIONS
Torque: up 20Nm to 260Nm, available from as low as 1,750rpm
Unchanged power output: 110hp at 4,000rpm
Mégane Energy dCi 110, a new spearhead for the range: less than 100g of CO2/km,
equivalent to fuel consumption of just 4 litres/100km.
TECHNOLOGY: HOW THE 1.5 DCI ENGINE HAS IMPROVED
Turbocharger architecture:
Reduced load losses thanks to an innovative turbo architecture: the path that intake
air must travel has been simplified to achieve more efficient, uprated turbo
performance with no increase to fuel consumption.
Low inertia turbo: improved response at low engine speeds thanks to the optimised
size of the blade.
Individualised spray cone angle fuel injection nozzles: the more precise spray pattern
significantly improves combustion performance (15 percent less unburned fuel), which in turn
has a beneficial effect on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Individualised spray cone
angle technology compensates the natural nozzle offset inherent in eight-valve engines due
to the asymmetry of the intake and exhaust valves. Injection is ensured by seven-hole
piezoelectric injectors.
Reduced friction: (see Energy TCe 115).
Features carried over from the Energy dCi 130 engine's 'technology package':
Stop & Start technology with braking/deceleration energy recovery (ESM)
involves automatically cutting the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill since
the engine clearly doesn't emit any pollutants or CO2.when it isn't running. When
driving exclusively in built-up areas, fuel savings can amount to more than one
litre per 100km. When the driver presses on the clutch pedal again, the engine
fires up instantly. To cope with all this repeated starting, the starter motor has
been uprated (starter, starter ring gear), as has the fuel injection system (pump
and high-pressure injectors). The engine has been engineered for 410,000
starting cycles (over 300,000km), which is almost seven times more than the
same figure for a conventional engine.
ESM (Energy Smart Management): This system allows the kinetic energy
produced under deceleration/braking to be recovered by the alternator and stored
in the battery. Functions which consume electricity (heater, lights, radio, etc.) are
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directly fed by the battery to ease the work of the alternator. Recovered energy is
notably employed to restart the vehicle.
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation): Renault has innovated with the launch of
the European market's first engine to feature low pressure EGR technology.
This solution recovers exhaust gases further downstream, once they have been
through the turbine and particulate filter. They are cooled in a low pressure
intercooler which enables them to be recirculated through the turbo mixed with air
and thereby increase turbo pressure. The gases are then cooled by air in the
turbo radiator and used for combustion a second time. This so-called 'cold loop'
enables emissions of nitrogen oxides to be cut more efficiently than is the case
with a conventional high pressure EGR (see below), while engine efficiency is
improved and combustion is of a higher quality.
Low pressure EGR technology calls for an engine architecture that minimises the
distance between the catalytic converter/particulate filter and the air intake, an
arrangement known as a post-turbo after-treatment system. This proximity
enables:
o
Catalytic converters and particulate filters to function at higher temperatures
and therefore more efficiently,
o
The design of a compact and efficient low pressure EGR circuit.
EGR technology (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) reduces the emissions produced
by the engine at source.
With conventional, so-called 'high pressure' EGR, exhaust gases are recovered
as they exit the combustion chamber and are re-injected directly into the air
intake, mixed with air. Although this minimises the production of nitrogen oxides
during combustion, it also raises the intake temperature and restricts turbo
pressure, two factors which have a negative impact on energy efficiency.
Thermostat-controlled automatic-flow rate oil pump: the capacity of the oil
pump (and therefore oil pressure) is adjusted as a function of the engine's needs
at any given moment in order to reduce the pump's energy consumption. An oil
temperature sensor makes real-time adjustments to minimise viscosity-related
friction, which has a beneficial knock-on effect on fuel consumption.
Euro6 ready: the catalytic converter/particulate filter arrangement and low pressure EGR
technology facilitate the engine's conversion to Euro6 legislation. To the same end, the
compression ratio has been increased from 15.2:1 to 15.6:1.
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118 G/KM FOR RENAULT LAGUNA POWERED BY THE 2.0 ENERGY dCi
130 AND dCi 150 ENGINES
The 2.0 Energy dCi 130 and 150 engines will initially appear in the Renault Laguna range.
Performance: 4.5 litres/100km (130 and 150hp versions), equivalent to 118g of CO2/km, a
saving of 18g/km (down 13%) which puts it among the D-segment's best.
As punchy as ever, with a power output of 96kW (130hp) or 110kW (150hp) and torque of
320Nm and 340Nm respectively. Fine-tuning work has improved response and further
accentuated the sensation of feisty performance.
Additional technologies: Stop & Start with braking/deceleration recovery, variable-rate oil
pump, thermal management and cold-loop EGR.
Reduced friction.
Enhanced acoustic performance for an even more silent ride than with the current engine.
INTRODUCTION OF THE ENERGY FAMILY OF ENGINES
Renault's new engines will be introduced gradually across the brand's complete model range.
Evolutions of existing engines will also benefit from the technology package which has been
developed. This is the case, for example, of the 2.0 dCi engine which is available for Laguna
and which will become the Energy dCi. The rapid incorporation of these technologies on
Renault engines will contribute to curbing the carbon footprint of Renault vehicles.
A summary of savings achieved thanks to the new range of Energy engines:
2.0 Energy dCi
Energy dCi 130
Energy dCi 110
(R9M)
(K9K)
Impact on fuel
Improved by
Improved by
Improved by
Improved by
consumption*
1 litre/100km
0.5 litres/100km
0.6 litres/100km
1.5 litres/100km
Down 20%
Down 12%
Down 13%
Down 25%
1 models
Scénic/Grand
Mégane and
Laguna
powered by the
Scénic (2011),
Scénic range
Saloon/Estate
engine
Mégane (2012)
(2012)
(2011)
Engine
Impact on CO2
emissions*
st
130 and 150
(M9R)
Energy TCe 115
(H5FT)
Mégane &
Scénic range
and Kangoo
(2012)
* Approximate mean values.
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EVERYTHING IS IN PLACE FOR THE ARRIVAL OF RENAULT ELECTRIC
VEHICLES!
"In a month's time, the first Renault electric vehicles will be delivered to their buyers. It
will be a watershed moment of our ambitious strategy to become the number one
brand for zero-emission mobility. The entire network has today received training and is
ready to begin selling and servicing electric vehicles, thanks to a comprehensive
offering which will cover the vehicle itself, battery lease, recharging facilities and a
package of services. It is a key moment for Renault, the Alliance and all our customers
who are eagerly waiting to take delivery of the first Fluence Z.E.s, Kangoo Z.E.s and
Twizys later this year." Thierry Koskas (Electric Vehicle Programme Director)
Electric vehicles are poised to become the flagships of Renault's eco² drive in favour of the
environment, a position which is centred squarely on the availability of a range of more
ecologically-aware and readily affordable products and services. In its 'Renault 2016 – Drive
The Change' plan, the Renault group committed to reducing its carbon footprint by 10 per
cent between now and 2013, and by a further 10 percent between 2013 and 2016.
In addition to its ongoing work on internal combustion engines, Renault will be the only car
manufacturer to propose a comprehensive range of electric vehicles to promote a new form of
mobility from 2012.
SYSTEMS UP AND RUNNING…
THE RENAULT NETWORK: SKILLED AND CLOSE TO ITS CUSTOMERS
The entire Renault network is geared up for the arrival of the Z.E. range
Renault has structured its sales and after-sales network with a three-tier system that has
been designed to optimise the services it provides its Z.E. customers:
•
The Renault network (agents, dealerships and subsidiaries): customers will be
able to buy and have their Z.E. serviced anywhere in the Renault network.
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•
Renault Z.E. Centres: customers will also be able to take advantage of so-called
Z.E. Centres. The emphasis here will be on test drives in order to get a thorough
understanding of what life with an electric vehicle is all about. These centres will
introduce customers to a whole new world of motoring enjoyment.
•
Renault Z.E. Expert establishments: these sites will be equipped with a specific
Z.E. workshop capable of working on any aspect of the vehicle.
o
Meanwhile, business customers will be catered for at Renault Pro+ centres
which form a network that specialises in their specific requirements and
which work along the 'one-stop shopping' principal. All these centres
will be covered by the Z.E. Expert banner. Traders, tradespeople, local
authorities and fleet operators will be able to buy, service and repair their
electric vehicles at their usual Renault Pro+ centre. There will be 250 such
centres operational by the end of 2011.
From a practical viewpoint, customers will be able to leave their vehicle at the site of their
choice (agency, dealership, subsidiary). If the site in question is not qualified to repair their
Z.E. vehicle, the latter will be transferred to a Z.E. Expert establishment. Nothing about the
process will be concealed from customers who will be able to benefit from a replacement
mobility solution until they retrieve their own vehicle.
By the time the Z.E. range reaches the marketplace, some 750 Z.E. Centres and Z.E. Expert
establishments will be operational across Europe. They will all also be equipped with battery
charging facilities.
Specialists with training to cover the specific needs of Z.E. vehicles
At each Renault site, customers will be able to count on the services of specialists who have
undergone specific training to cover the needs of electric vehicle owners. The entire network
will have received both sales and technical training ahead of the Z.E. range's launch.
In June 2009, the Renault Academy (Renault's training centre) began specific Z.E. training.
Within the framework of the Alliance, all the electric vehicle-related training modules are being
shared by Renault and Nissan, and the first two were up and running as early as June 2010
under the collective title "EV4ALL". These basic modules have been tailored to provide an
overview of the world of electric vehicles and are aimed at all staff, whatever their job.
The first of these modules ("EV Overview") serves as a general introduction to electric
vehicles, both from the technical angle and with regard to their specificities in fields like sales,
associated services, use and technology. The second module ("Safety Overview") deals with
the safety aspects of working in a 400-volt environment.
In addition to these e-Learning modules, a training conference targeting all sales staff (8,000
people) is scheduled to take place in Seville, Spain.
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More specific training aimed at technical staff who are likely to work on electric vehicles has
also been introduced. For example, courses covering Kangoo Z.E. and Fluence Z.E. are
being run in every Z.E. Centre and Z.E. Expert establishment in France. A second phase of
training is planned for the months following the delivery of the first electric vehicles. Its content
will be finalised based as a function of the feedback received concerning any mechanical
incidents that are reported.
BATTERY CHARGING FACILITIES ARE EXPANDING FAST
The Alliance has sealed more than 100 agreements across the world
Renault has been working for three years to develop battery charging facilities in association
with both public authorities and privately-own operations. The Renault-Nissan Alliance has
signed more than 100 partnership agreements across the world with public bodies (states,
cities, regions), energy providers, infrastructure operators, research and development
centres, shopping centres, public car park operators, hotels, etc.
Almost 50,000 battery charging stations across Europe by 2012
Contracts have been signed in all major
European countries with electricity providers
(RWE in Germany, EDF in France, Acciona
in Spain, a2a and Enel in Italy, etc.),
operators
and/or
states.
Current
commitments point to the availability of
50,000 battery charging stations across
Europe by the first half of 2012.
Full-scale trials: more than 400 vehicles running in nine countries
Between December 2010 and the launch of Renault's Z.E. range, more than 400 vehicles will
gradually have been put into the hands of customers. To date, such trials are running in nine
countries: France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Russia, Israel, Korea, Singapore and Australia.
In Germany, Renault has provided 45 Z.E. vehicles for a series of trials between
April 2011 and June 2012.
o
April 2011 until June 2012 (Rhine-Ruhr region): 30 vehicles (Kangoo Z.E.s
and Fluence Z.E.s) have been provided to customers such as RWE,
Deutsche Post, Stadtwerke Unna, Chemion, BEW, RWZ, Stadtwerke Brühl,
Europcar and SWK. In association with RWE, 400 battery charging stations
are planned across the region.
o
May 2011 until June 2012 (Hamburg region): 15 Kangoo Z.E.s have been
provided to customers such as Unilever, Vattenfall, Hamburg Energie,
Stadtreinigung Hamburg, Hamburg Airport, Hermes, Axel Springer, Budni,
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Hiplo and HHLA. In association with Hamburg Energie and Vattenfall, 50
battery charging stations are planned across the region.
In Italy, 60 Z.E. vehicles (Kangoo Z.E.s and Fluence Z.E.s) will be tested by
customers in Milan and Brescia over a period of nine months. The chief customers
involved are Henkel, Sodexo, TNT, UPS, Nestlé and the Milan and Brescia city
authorities. In association with utility company a2a, 270 public and private battery
charging stations will be set up in the two cities.
In France, the SAVE operation (Seine Aval Véhicules Electriques), between April
2011 and September 2012, is the country's biggest trial involving some 100 Z.E.
vehicles and approximately 150 battery charging stations. In July this year, 60
people were already running Renault and Nissan electric vehicles (Renault Kangoo
Z.E.s, Renault Fluence Z.E.s, Nissan Leafs), while 103 battery charging stations
were already up and running, including 38 roadside stations available to the general
public in certain Carrefour and Vinci car parks. Two Total service stations are
providing fast battery charging facilities.
Initial reactions from those involved in the SAVE trials have been extremely positive.
According to participants, Z.E. vehicles deliver the same performance as an internal
combustion-engined vehicle: "I always thought electric vehicles were for fuddyduddies, but they aren't at all," noted one lady user who works for Carrefour
Property. Battery charging was found to be simple: "The charging station is tactile
and easy to operate," remarked another user. Z.E. vehicles are reassuring to drive:
"You see other drivers waiting at traffic lights revving their engine, clearly in a
hurry. It's a bit silly really, and quite a strange antic when you think about it,"
observed another Carrefour Property employee.
A SIMPLE, FULLY INCLUSIVE OFFER IN PACK FORM: THE Z.E. BOX
Running a Renault electric vehicle is simplified
thanks to the Z.E. Box. This practical solution is
provided to Z.E. vehicle buyers and answers all
their electric vehicle-related questions. It includes
useful
information
and
details
the
contracts
associated with electric vehicles, including the
battery, battery charging and other services. Renault has made customer peace of mind a
priority and has thought through the demands of electric vehicle ownership very carefully.
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Z.E. CAR: SMART, TAILOR-MADE VEHICLES THAT DON'T PRODUCE ANY
EMISSIONS DURING THEIR USE ON THE ROAD
Customers who purchase or lease a Renault electric vehicle will discover a whole new world
of motoring enjoyment and will have the added satisfaction of knowing that they are not
producing any emissions. They will also have access to smart technologically. The Carminat
TomTom Z.E. Live navigation system, for example, is specially adapted to Renault Z.E.
vehicles, including a display of how far they can travel as a function of their remaining range.
It also ensures precise guidance to the nearest battery charging stations (depending on
model and country).
"My Z.E. Connect" is a pack of simple, practical services which enable customers to monitor
the remaining range of their electric vehicle via a computer or a mobile phone thanks to the
"Z.E. Services" application.
Z.E. BATTERY: A BATTERY THAT IS ALWAYS FUNCTIONAL
The battery is owned by Renault’s subsidiary, RCI Banque, and leased by customers who, in
this way, are sure of having a battery at an affordable price which is always functional.
Renault effectively commits to leasing operational batteries, which is to say that their capacity
is at least 75 percent of their initial capacity.
A la carte lease contracts adapted to individual needs are available to private motorists and
business customers alike. These contracts can be extended indefinitely (see price summary
below).
Should the vehicle be sold on, a new lease contract is automatically signed with the new
owner.
What are latest-generation lithium-ion batteries?
Electric motors are powered by batteries which use lithium-ion technology. The size of the
battery depends on the type of vehicle for which it is used. Fluence Z.E.'s battery, for
example, comprises 48 power modules, each of which incorporates four elementary cells. It is
inside these cells that the electrochemical reactions take place, enabling electrical current to
be produced or energy to be stored. Individual modules are similar in size to a laptop
computer and are positioned in three superimposed layers. Each module delivers 8.3V,
making a combined total of 400V for the 48 modules. These compact, innovative lithium-ion
batteries are supplied by AESC (Automotive Electric Supply Corporation), a Nissan-NEC joint
venture, or by the Korean company LG.
THE PERFORMANCE of these batteries compared with former-generation nickel metal
hydride batteries is superior in every domain, from range and battery life, to reliability, safety
and price. They do not suffer from the so-called memory effect resulting from incomplete
charge cycles which can ultimately lead to a fall-off in capacity in the case of conventional
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batteries. The battery requires no maintenance and can be charged for short cycles with no
adverse effect on capacity.
To put the demand for lithium supplies into perspective, a 250kg battery contains 3kg of
lithium. According to mining companies Chemetall and SQM, worldwide lithium reserves are
currently estimated to be between 14 and 17 million tonnes.
RECYCLING: Renault is establishing a system to collect damaged or end-of-life batteries in
all the countries where its electric vehicles are marketed. Batteries will be collected via the
Renault sales network or by approved Z.E. vehicle disposal companies.
They are initially taken to diagnostic centres to detect which batteries can be recovered for
non-automotive use and which batteries must be recycled.
The recycling process itself involves stripping batteries into sub-assemblies (housings,
electronics, modules, etc.). All the components, with the exception of the modules and cells,
are recycled in keeping with conventional processes or else re-employed. Battery modules
(made up of assembled cells) are dealt with by specialist recycling companies. Renault has
entered into an initial partnership with Umicore, a company with a global presence and the
number one lithium-ion battery recycling specialist.
The process employed by Umicore consists in pyrometallurgically treating cells and modules,
followed by a hydrometallurgical process aimed at recovering metals.
BATTERY SAFETY: From the very beginning of the project, Renault, monitored by the public
authorities, committed to making its electric vehicles as safe as its internal combustionengined vehicles. Battery safety is ensured thanks to the following: the stable properties of
manganese, the electronic system which monitors the battery's cells and the robust housing
of the modules. The specification of this housing has been selected to optimise passive safety
in a collision. The vehicle structure itself is also reinforced in order to protect the battery.
Meanwhile, Renault has been working actively with emergency services ahead of the launch
of its electric vehicles. For example, an Emergency Response Guide (ERG) has been drawn
up in association with fire fighting services for the latters' own training purposes.
Extensive testing has been carried out to ensure that Z.E. vehicles are risk-free. An in-house
so-called 'barbecue test' saw Renault light a fire underneath a vehicle to measure how long it
took for the vehicle to catch fire. The result showed that electric vehicles are even more fireresistant than internal combustion-engined vehicles because they do not have a fuel tank.
The battery catches fire after a period of 10 minutes, compared to between one and two
minutes in the case of a petrol tank.
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Z.E. CHARGE: A BATTERY CHARGING FACILITY AT THE HOME, AS WELL AS
IN PUBLIC PLACES
Wall-Boxes are easy to use and are ideal for standard battery charging
at home. They must be installed by a qualified electrician. To make life
easier for its customers, Renault is able to put them in touch with the
professional services of partner companies like EDF or Schneider
Electric in France, RWE in Germany, Enel or a2a in Italy, British Gas in
the UK etc.
The Wall-Box's chief benefits are battery-charge speed, the assurance
that it complies with local standards, its user-friendliness and its ability
to communicate with the electricity network in order to take advantage of the lowest possible
electricity rates, at night or off-peak, for example. A Wall-Box will fully charge a battery in
between six and eight hours.
For slower, 'top-up' charging (10 hours), Renault proposes a battery charging cable (either
as an accessory or an option) which plugs into the 220V domestic supply. Twizy can be
plugged directly into a 220V socket at the home thanks to the cable included with the vehicle
(battery charges in 3½ hours).
Access to public battery charging facilities: standard (between six and eight hours),
accelerated (one hour) and fast (30 minutes) battery charging is ensured thanks to the many
agreements that have been put into place by the Renault-Nissan Alliance.
Z.E. SERVICES: 24/7 ASSISTANCE
Within the framework of their battery lease contract, and whichever formula they have
subscribed to, Renault Z.E. customers will benefit from 24/7 assistance covering all types of
breakdown, whether they concern the vehicle, its motor or its battery. The service will also
cover flat batteries, with customers' vehicles towed to the battery charging station of their
choice, within a radius of 80km.
The standard manufacturer's warranty for a Z.E. vehicle covers:
Vehicle warranty: two years/unlimited mileage or three years/100,000km depending on
market and depending on the warranty covering internal combustion-engined vehicles in that
country.
Electric powertrain warranty: up to five years/100,000km (except Twizy: three
years/unlimited mileage).
In addition to its manufacturer's warranty, Renault proposes extended warranties and
servicing contracts specially suited to electric vehicles and for durations or distances of the
customer's choice:
Programmed service plans enable customers to select a formula (years/kilometres)
geared to the way they use their vehicle.
Warranties can be extended for a period of up to seven years, depending on the
customer's choice (excluding the electric powertrain).
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Meanwhile, an insurance service is available from RCI Banque.
Z.E. vehicle owners can also benefit from unrestricted travel thanks to the possibility of hiring
an internal combustion-engined vehicle at preferential rates, with guaranteed availability for
long journeys. This service will be provided by Renault Rent outlets, as well as by a network
of partners across Europe which will guarantee extensive geographical coverage.
Payment will be made as and when the service is used, either directly to the agency or via the
internet.
Fleet Asset Management is a system which permits the real-time management of vehicle
fleets and is an exclusive service provided by Renault for its Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Z.E.
customers. It notably targets fleet managers and long-term lease companies. The system
provides daily updates concerning the distance travelled by the vehicle, its energy
consumption, the state of charge of the battery, etc. (around sixty information streams are
uploaded every day). This data permits more effective management of electric vehicle fleets,
with no need for the vehicle's user to intervene. Access to data is protected by a secure and
personal code.
A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF READILY AFFORDABLE ELECTRIC
VEHICLES
A DAILY MILEAGE POTENTIAL IN KEEPING WITH THE USE OF Z.E. VEHICLES
In built-up areas, some 87 per cent of European motorists do not exceed a distance of 60km
per day. Given that the NEDC combined cycle ranges of Fluence Z.E and Kangoo Z.E. are
homologated at 185km and 170km respectively, and at 100km (urban cycle) in the case of
Twizy, the range of Renault's Z.E. vehicles is perfectly suited to daily use.
Range will vary, however, as a function of several criteria, including speed, type of journey,
how the heating system or climate control is used and driving style (sporty, normal, ecodriving). Unlike their internal combustion-engined counterparts, electric vehicles are the most
economical when driven in heavy traffic in towns. Renault's customers will benefit from a
range of in-car and remote tools and technologies designed to help them optimise the range
of their vehicle.
FROM KANGOO Z.E. TO ZOE, RENAULT ELECTRIC RANGE WILL BE
LAUNCHED BY MID-2012
Kangoo Z.E. and Kangoo Maxi Z.E. (two and
five seats): an electric Kangoo. Sales begin in
October, 2011.
The market for light commercial vehicles which do
not emit any emissions during their use on the
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road chiefly targets business fleets, traders, tradespeople and organisations responsible for
the transport of people, including local authorities. Thanks to its experience as Europe's
number one LCV manufacturer, Renault is able to propose three versions of Kangoo Z.E. in
order to cover all types of need. In addition to the unprecedented driving comfort they deliver,
their carrying capacity is identical to that of the internal combustion-engined equivalent.
Fluence Z.E.: the first affordable electric saloon car. Sales begin in November, 2011.
In each of the three countries where Renault
has reached agreements with Better Place
(Israel, Denmark and Australia), Fluence Z.E.
will be the first electric car to offer unlimited
range thanks to the availability of bespoke
stations where it will be possible to swap
batteries. This service will be available to
fleet operators and private motorists alike. In
Europe, Fluence Z.E. will above all interest
fleet owners looking for a prestige electric saloon car which does not emit any emissions
during its use on the road.
Depending on country, customers who reserved their vehicle early will be able to place
priority orders for Kangoo Z.E. or Fluence Z.E. at the end of September, 2011.
Twizy, an unprecedented urban mobility solution. Sales begin in December, 2011.
Twizy is an unprecedented solution for city motoring. Its nimble handling prompts parallels
with the world of scooters and motorbikes, yet the standard of safety and comfort it delivers is
close to that of a four-wheeled vehicle. Twizy stands out as a symbol of the "Renault 2016 Drive the Change" plan and is available in a choice of two versions:
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In certain countries, Twizy 45 will not require a driving licence.
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A driving licence will be required to drive Twizy.
Two equipment levels ('Urban' and 'Technic')
were revealed in Geneva. A third –'Twizy
Color', which highlights Twizy's fun side –
will be introduced at the Frankfurt Motor
Show. This version is available in blue, red or
green in the form of decals for the roof, sides
and inside the car for the upholstery and
glovebox. This livery can be rounded off by
the fitment of particularly striking, colourcoordinated, diamond-effect aluminium alloy wheels. The cost of the door option – €550
(inclusive of VAT, for customers who reserved their vehicle) – mirrors Twizy's affordable price
positioning. These two new features can be reserved at www.renault-ze.com
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ZOE Preview: the compact supermini that ensures everyday well-being for all. This
show car previews the ZOE that is due to reach showrooms by the middle of 2012.
Zoe Preview is a show car which previews Renault's allelectric compact supermini, ZOE. From mid-2012, ZOE is
poised to become the flagship of Renault's "innovation for
all" drive and concern for the environment, as well as being
an ambassador for the brand's new design strategy. For
further information: www.media.renault.com
Z.E. VEHICLES: AN AFFORDABLE CHOICE
The purchase price and cost of leasing a Renault electric vehicle will be comparable to the
same figures for the equivalent diesel version (once tax incentives have been deducted).
Meanwhile, depending on market, the energy costs for a Z.E. vehicle will be between a fifth
and a tenth of those for an internal combustion-engined vehicle. For example, in the cases of
Kangoo Z.E. and Fluence Z.E., "filling up" on energy for 170km or 185km respectively will
cost €2 (depending on the local cost per kWh), a prospect which breaks new ground
compared with the fuel cost for an internal combustion-engined vehicle. Given how affordable
they are to both buy and run, Renault electric vehicles are an attractive proposition for
business customers and private motorists alike.
Summary of prices
Price with maximum
Z.E. model
available tax incentive
deducted
Fluence Z.E.
Kangoo Z.E.
Price with no tax
incentives deducted
Expression
Dynamique
Expression
Dynamique
€20,900
€21,900
€25,900
€26,900
Incl.VAT
Incl.VAT
Incl.VAT
Incl.VAT
€15,000 (before VAT)
Monthly battery lease
From €82 incl. VAT
(assistance included)
(10,000km/year,
for 36 months)
€20,000 (before VAT)
From €75 before VAT,
Kangoo Maxi Z.E.
€16,200/€17,000
€21,200/€22,000
(2/5 seats)
(before VAT)
(before VAT)
Twizy Urban 45
NC
Twizy Urban
NC
Twizy Color
NC
Twizy Technic
NC
ZOE
Equivalent to Clio Diesel
(assistance included)
(15,000km/year,
for 48 months)
€6,990 incl. VAT
Door option: 550€*
€7,690 incl. VAT
Door option: 550€*
€7,990 incl. VAT
From €50 incl.VAT
(assistance included)
(7,500km/year, for 36 months)
Door option: 550€*
€8,490 incl. VAT
Door option: 550€*
NC
NC
*Price for customers who reserved their Z.E. vehicles.
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HOW AN ELECTRIC MOTOR WORKS…
• Motor-reducer unit: electric motors comprise a stator which
creates a rotating magnetic field, which in turn causes a rotor to
rotate around the motor's shaft. The motor itself is coupled to a
reducer with a single output ratio that transmits torque to the
wheels. This assembly is known as the motor-reducer and
ensures smooth, linear acceleration. It can never stall, since there
is no clutch. Reverse is obtained by simply making the motor rotate
in the opposite direction. Electric motors boast outstanding energy efficiency (90 percent)
which is far superior to the 25 percent of internal combustion engines.
• Power electronics unit: electrical energy is transmitted to the motor-reducer unit via a
power electronics unit which incorporates a controller. This transforms the 400V direct
current into three-phase alternating current to power the stator. Situated in the same housing
as the controller, the transformer converts the 400V DC stored in the traction battery into
12V DC to supply the vehicle's conventional onboard electrics and auxiliary functions (interior
and exterior lighting, audio system, electric windows, etc.).
• Junction box: it is the junction box which distributes the power current to the motor,
battery, climate control and heating systems. It also houses the charger which converts the
electricity supply's 220V AC into 400V DC for battery charging purposes.
• For their launch, Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Z.E. will be powered by electric motors made
and assembled by Continental. From early 2013, Renault will manufacture its own electric
motors at its Cléon plant in France.
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This year has seen Renault step up the criteria with which vehicles must comply in
order to qualify for the Renault eco² signature.
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Vehicles will now only qualify for the Renault eco hallmark if they are manufactured
in an ISO 14001-certified factory, emit less than 120g of CO2/km (or run on
agrofuels) and if the proportion of the recycled plastic they contain exceeds
seven percent of their total plastic content.
Renault has profited from the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show to display three 'Renault
eco² champion' vehicles, namely Clio TCe 100, Mégane dCi 110 EDC and Scénic
Energy dCi 130.
Renault eco² champion
Clio
Mégane
Scénic
vehicle
TCe 100
dCi 110 EDC
Energy dCi 130
Flins (France)
Palencia (Spain)
Douai (France)
119g/km
110g/km
115g/km
8%
11.7%
15.2%
PRODUCTION PLANT
(ISO 14001)
ON-ROAD USE
CO2 emissions
RECYCLING
Proportion of plastic
sourced from recycling
Renault's strategy in favour of the environment is founded on a reduction of the chief
types of ecological impact its vehicles make at each phase of their lifecycle, i.e.
production, delivery, on-road use and recycling.
Renault reaffirms that its target is to become Europe's number one manufacturer with
regard to CO2 emissions. The average emissions for the range of vehicles it markets
in Europe (135g/km) are among the lowest in Europe (ACEA average: 140g of
CO2/km). This figure is expected to fall further to 120g/km by 2013, and to less than
100g/km by 2016 thanks to a strategy founded on reducing the fuel consumption
of its internal combustion-engined vehicles and by promoting the use of
electric vehicles. Renault is on target to reach the figure of 95g of CO2/km stipulated
by the European Commission for automobile manufacturers by 2020.
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RENAULT: AN ONGOING COMMITMENT TO HIGH QUALITY LEVELS
"Our reliability is acknowledged by independent analysts and the media. Our new
partnership with Daimler is another sign that our vehicles’ dependability is widely
recognised, notably in terms of powertrain performance. This is the result of
continuous progress in the field of quality control over recent years, while our alliance
with Nissan has enabled the Renault group to implement solid, thorough and
standardised procedures on an international scale. Today, reliability is part of our
company’s genetic code, and that breeds customer confidence. It is one of our brands'
chief strengths." Jean-Pierre Vallaude (Senior Vice-President - Quality, Renault Group).
RENAULT QUALITY: WIDELY RECOGNISED
In the eyes of independent analysts and the media, Renault represents reliability:
In a review by the German motoring organisation ADAC, all
Renault vehicles have, since 2006, been considered
“good” or indeed “excellent” in terms of reliability. With a
print run of almost 13 million, ADAC Pannenstatistik
[Breakdown Statistics] is regarded as the finest report of its
kind in Germany and throughout Europe. It covers cars
between one and six years old. Eligible for inclusion for the past six years, Twingo’s
reliability is rated as “good” or indeed “excellent”. The current Mégane has attracted
exactly the same rating since its launch in 2006.
Every year, the respected French magazine L’Automobile publishes a “Top 100”
reliability chart. More than 80 models from 25 manufacturers are assessed and rated
in terms of quality (cabin space, materials, finish, paintwork, bodywork, equipment,
etc.) and reliability (mechanical problems, or any other faults necessitating a repair).
The chart is compiled on the basis of media road tests and customer feedback.
Reputed for its robust nature, Twingo has been rated as the most trustworthy small
city car for the past two years. Scénic has been rated top of its class, too. And for the
past two years, New Mégane has been one of the front-runners in its segment. It is
described as a car that symbolises "serious, solid engineering... in common with
all recent Renault models, New Mégane offers excellent levels of reliability".
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STANDARDISATION
OF
STRICT
PROCEDURES
AND
RIGOROUS
CONTROLS
Renault is one of the best volume vehicle manufacturers when it comes to reliability.
This is the fruit of Renault’s global drive for higher quality standards, a programme that began
to gain serious momentum in 2003. In every domain, Renault implements robust, thorough
procedures to optimise its vehicles’ reliability.
The Renault-Nissan Alliance yields higher standards and better procedures.
Thanks to the Alliance, Renault has been inspired to adopt Japanese quality control
methods in the form of AVES (Alliance Vehicle Evaluation Standards): in every area of
vehicle manufacture and delivery, a single, identical strategy is used. This adheres to ever
more demanding criteria that are designed to fulfil customers’ expectations.
The Renault Production Way (SPR) applies at each of the Renault group’s 38
manufacturing sites.
All Renault’s manufacturing facilities operate to the same exacting standards and respect
the same high quality control benchmarks. At every plant, all employees share the same
key priority: getting things right first time.
All Renault staff, whether permanent or temporary, are trained to adopt the most
effective posture in the workplace (using the Dojo method), because better ergonomics
produce superior results.
Each workstation has control systems that guarantee consistency of manufacture:
these include a departmental supervisor, who will be on hand to ensure smooth running
and that correct operational standards are observed, automated checks (carried out by
individual operators themselves) and poka-yoke (a Japanese term for error-proofing, to
avoid any lapses in quality control when many different tasks are being carried out at the
same point). A number of these systems are the result of an industrial benchmark laid out
in the framework of the Renault-Nissan Alliance.
All Renault vehicles are checked throughout the development process and tests are
conducted in the most extreme conditions. This continues through to the very final
phase, with fleets of pre-production prototypes.
As an illustrative example, in 2008 Renault conducted non-stop running of more than 100
New Méganes over a three-month period in Turkey, Australia and Romania. During this
time, the cars covered almost five million kilometres in different climatic and road
conditions, to evaluate a comprehensive spectrum of customer use. For the first time,
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these tests took place between the issue of manufacturing and sales sign-offs – in other
words, using cars that were strictly identical to those destined for customers. Today, these
tests form part of Renault’s strict quality control procedures and are applied to all models,
including electric vehicles.
ENGINES THAT REFLECT RENAULT’S DEMANDING STANDARDS
"If you hope to win in Formula One, the reliability and performance of your engines
must be absolute: there is no margin for compromise. Renault has picked up many
championship titles in this discipline, which is unquestionably one of the most
demanding in the world. Year after year, this has underlined the full range of Renault’s
savoir-faire in terms of mechanical and qualitative excellence.” Bernard Rey, President,
Renault Sport F1.
In the very earliest days of Renault's
history, Louis Renault understood that
his machines had to be put to the test in
order to attract business. On December
24, 1898, he drove his Voiturette up
Rue Lepic, which boasts one of the
steepest gradients in Paris. This exploit
led to his first 12 customer orders.
For more than 30 years, Renault has
drawn on its experience as an engine supplier in F1 – as testing a domain as any – to
maximise the reliability of its road engines. Those capable of managing one extreme can also
manage the other! Renault Sport F1 is a high-tech laboratory that contributes to the
excellence of Renault’s powertrains. The Energy dCi 130 is a prime example; its design,
development and manufacture were characterised by a series of procedures, tests and
rigorous quality controls.
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FROM HIGH-QUALITY DESIGN...
A veritable concentration of the technological know-how of Renault's designers, the Energy
dCi 130 engine has been the subject of more than 30 patents. It was designed to be simple,
efficient and cost-effective – concepts that dominated the designers’ thoughts throughout the
project’s development. Qualitative excellence was always the primary focus. The Energy dCi
130 engine benefited from the latest Design to Quality procedures, which guaranteed
exceptional standards of technological innovation at every stage of the project. This was
made possible by the expertise of the workforce and the use of cutting-edge facilities from
design and fine-tuning (at the Noise Vibration Harshness and Mechanical Innovation
Departments in Lardy, France) all the way to manufacture (at the Cléon factory, also in
France).
The Design to Quality plan puts high quality centre stage whenever a decision has to be
made. A series of processes has been implemented to tackle any potential problems that
arise during a project’s gestation. The management relies on first-hand feedback when it
comes to carry-over parts and conducts in-depth analysis of the potential risks that might be
associated with specific details of any new components.
Co-financed by Nissan within the framework of the Alliance, the Energy dCi 130 was wholly
developed by Renault’s powertrain engineers.
…TO HIGH-QUALITY MANUFACTURE
Renault’s Cléon factory in France is an
impeccable
manufacturing
base
whose
success is founded on human expertise. It is
the first automotive plant to have used AGV
(Auto Guided Vehicle technology – delivery
robots that ferry parts to the assembly line)
since production began.
The
factory
adheres
to
the
Renault
Production Way (SPR) code, the group's
industrial management standard, to make sure the best manufacturing practices are deployed
on this new line. Thanks to this, Cléon is and always will be capable of combining excellent
productivity with a very high standard of quality control.
All Renault engines are bench tested at the factory. Every Renault engine is subjected
to a running evaluation during which about 100 different incidents are replicated and recorded
– a process used for the M9R engine in association with Nissan. The component failure rate
has dropped from 15,000 parts per million (1.5%) to 2,000ppm (0.2%) in five years – which
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equates to more than seven times fewer problems than there were before. Buoyed by this
experience, Renault aims to achieve the same figure with its R9M engine in a period of just
two years.
Strenuous endurance testing on the dyno. The Energy dCi 130 engine was thoroughly
bench tested to ensure its strength and durability. About 30 engines accumulated
approximately 15,000 hours of running on the dynos at Lardy and 600,000 kilometres were
covered by just a handful of vehicles at the Aubevoye test facility, in France.
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