Renault has big plans for the Russian market. the 2011 Renault Latitude was introduced at the Moscow International Motor Show.
The saloon car which has a length 4,887mm long, 1,832mm wide, 1,483mm tall with a wheelbase of 2.760mm. It’s 195mm longer, 19mm wider and 45mm taller than the Laguna five-door liftback. According to Renault, the boot compartment can hold 477-liters, or 511 liters without the spare wheel.
Under the hood, several different engines will be avalible. Petrol choices include a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 102 kW (139 PS / 137 hp) and a 2.5-liter V6 with 130 kW (177 PS / 174 hp). On the diesel side, there's a 2.0-liter dCi with 127 kW (173 PS / 170 hp) and a V6 dCi with 177 kW (240 PS / 237 hp).
The interior has features that include a triple-zone automatic climate control system, a dual-mode air ionizer, as well as a high-end on-board technical equipment. There are two color options: a dark gray interior with dark leather or a dark beige interior with beige leather.
Lada will be the first of the three carmakers to produce its vans and estate cars using the production line. In addition the Renault-Nissan Alliance and AvtoVaz united their quality and supplier development teams in March 2010. The joint team is working on making quality improvements to the Russian supplier base.Press Release
RENAULT GIVES LATITUDE ITS WORLD PREMIER AT THE MOSCOW MOTOR SHOW AND ANNOUNCES LOCAL PRODUCTION OF THREE MODELS: DUSTER, MÉGANE HATCHBACK AND FLUENCE Renault is introducing Latitude for the first time at the Moscow International Motor Show. Renault is also launching the following new models to the Russian market: Duster, the new automatic Logan, Sandero and Sandero Stepway (complete knock down, CKD), as well as Fluence sedan and Mégane hatchback (semi-knock down, SKD). These vehicles will be produced locally from 2010-2011. Renault is one of the key players in the Russian automobile industry. Since 2005, in partnership with the Government of Moscow (Avtoframos), it has successfully developed its production facilities in the country. In 2008 Renault became the strategic partner of AvtoVAZ. The alliance between Renault-Nissan and AvtoVAZ plans to capture 40% of the Russian market by 2015. Renault has ranked as the number-four brand in Russia since April 2010. Its market share has risen to 5.3%, with 50,801 cars sold in the first seven months of this year. Logan has held onto its position as Russia's top-selling foreign car. THE RENAULT LATITUDE: THE WORLD OF BUSINESS CLASS Renault is giving a world premier of its new business class sedan in Moscow. This elegant car combines nicely balanced proportions, with classic design, and spaciousness. This car appeals to people who appreciate superior quality materials and comfort in all its forms. The sedan embodies the best technical advances in terms of reliability and efficiency, and is destined to become the flagship model of Renault's range of cars. The car goes on sale in Russia in Autumn 2010, and will then be released in another 50 countries around the world. THREE NEW MODELS FOR LOCAL PRODUCTION IN 2011: FLUENCE, MÉGANE AND DUSTER Renault is expanding its range of models produced locally:
The saloon car which has a length 4,887mm long, 1,832mm wide, 1,483mm tall with a wheelbase of 2.760mm. It’s 195mm longer, 19mm wider and 45mm taller than the Laguna five-door liftback. According to Renault, the boot compartment can hold 477-liters, or 511 liters without the spare wheel.
Under the hood, several different engines will be avalible. Petrol choices include a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 102 kW (139 PS / 137 hp) and a 2.5-liter V6 with 130 kW (177 PS / 174 hp). On the diesel side, there's a 2.0-liter dCi with 127 kW (173 PS / 170 hp) and a V6 dCi with 177 kW (240 PS / 237 hp).
The interior has features that include a triple-zone automatic climate control system, a dual-mode air ionizer, as well as a high-end on-board technical equipment. There are two color options: a dark gray interior with dark leather or a dark beige interior with beige leather.
Lada will be the first of the three carmakers to produce its vans and estate cars using the production line. In addition the Renault-Nissan Alliance and AvtoVaz united their quality and supplier development teams in March 2010. The joint team is working on making quality improvements to the Russian supplier base.Press Release
RENAULT GIVES LATITUDE ITS WORLD PREMIER AT THE MOSCOW MOTOR SHOW AND ANNOUNCES LOCAL PRODUCTION OF THREE MODELS: DUSTER, MÉGANE HATCHBACK AND FLUENCE Renault is introducing Latitude for the first time at the Moscow International Motor Show. Renault is also launching the following new models to the Russian market: Duster, the new automatic Logan, Sandero and Sandero Stepway (complete knock down, CKD), as well as Fluence sedan and Mégane hatchback (semi-knock down, SKD). These vehicles will be produced locally from 2010-2011. Renault is one of the key players in the Russian automobile industry. Since 2005, in partnership with the Government of Moscow (Avtoframos), it has successfully developed its production facilities in the country. In 2008 Renault became the strategic partner of AvtoVAZ. The alliance between Renault-Nissan and AvtoVAZ plans to capture 40% of the Russian market by 2015. Renault has ranked as the number-four brand in Russia since April 2010. Its market share has risen to 5.3%, with 50,801 cars sold in the first seven months of this year. Logan has held onto its position as Russia's top-selling foreign car. THE RENAULT LATITUDE: THE WORLD OF BUSINESS CLASS Renault is giving a world premier of its new business class sedan in Moscow. This elegant car combines nicely balanced proportions, with classic design, and spaciousness. This car appeals to people who appreciate superior quality materials and comfort in all its forms. The sedan embodies the best technical advances in terms of reliability and efficiency, and is destined to become the flagship model of Renault's range of cars. The car goes on sale in Russia in Autumn 2010, and will then be released in another 50 countries around the world. THREE NEW MODELS FOR LOCAL PRODUCTION IN 2011: FLUENCE, MÉGANE AND DUSTER Renault is expanding its range of models produced locally:
- Semi knock down (SKD) production of Fluence and Mégane hatchbacks will be launched in the Moscow Renault plant in the first half of 2011.
- Complete knock down production (CKD) of Renault Duster will appear in Russia towards the end of 2011.
- Six new models have debuted in the first 6 months alone: the updated Logan and new Sandero urban hatchback are the company's best offerings in the budget range. The category C range has also been completely updated: the elegant Fluence sedan, the new Megane and the compact Scenic, as well as the Megane Coupe all went on sale at the end of last year. And for fans of"hot hatchbacks", the new Renault Clio Sport has been available since June.
- - Renault is continuing to update its entire range during the second half of this year, with the immediate release of two new commercial models: the new Kangoo has just gone on sale, and the new Trafic will be available in Russia this fall. Not forgetting of course, the most eagerly awaited of all Renault's new releases, the Latitude business class sedan, which will soon be the flagship model of the company's new vehicle range.
- Renault has 120 official points of sales throughout Russia.
- · The driver's seat has a massager with four different settings
- · The triple-zone automatic climate control system allows the driver and each of the passengers to achieve just the right temperature
- · This is the only car in its class to have an air quality control management system: it has a dualmode air ioniser with double fragrance diffuser – a first in the D-segment
- · A hands free electronic key card that controls the central locking, ignition, and automatically locks the car when located over a certain distance away
- · Turning bi-xenon headlights
- · A wide range of audio systems including"3D Sound by Arkamys®", as well as the first class"Bose® Premium" system with digital audio connector.
- · A new satellite navigation system the Carminat TomTom® (available the beginning of 2011), as well as rear-view camera and automatic parking brake. The pleasure from driving the vehicle and its superior handling on the road is a result of the powerful and efficient power trains and optimum suspension setup:· A dynamic and efficient two-litre petrol M4R engine with a continuous variable transmission (CVT). Or a powerful six-litre VQ25 2.5 litre engine with a 6-speed automatic AJ0 transmission.
- · The efficient chassis with independent multi-link rear suspension, plays a huge role in the comfortable handling of the car;
- · The precise handling, gives the car a high level of stability, and the driver feeling of complete control of the car
- · The most up-to-date active and passive safety features of the car were developed using Renault's unique experience in this area: anti-lock and emergency braking systems come as standard, the car also includes Electronic Stability Control, 8 airbags with a two-tier system of lateral sensors, seat belt retractors with integrated load limiters, a cruise control system and turning bi-xenon headlights.
- · The reliability, safety and durability of the car are based on the joint technologies and technical achievements of the Renault-Nissan Alliance: the cars are put through extensive road testing and trials in extreme conditions to guarantee the highest standards of quality, which is of the utmost importance in countries with difficult road conditions. Not forgetting the highly valued manufacturing experience of the Busan plant where the Renault Koleos is already being manufactured.
- · Even the base Latitude model will include a 3D Sound audio system by Arkamys®, and with six speakers it's like your own personal concert hall. It also includes a CD and MP3 player, as well as a 3.5mm"jack" and Bluetooth®.
- · The top of the range Latitude features an extra two speakers and the"Plug & Music" system, which facilitates the connection of most external media players, including iPod;
- · The exclusive Bose® Sound System is available as an additional extra. It provides perfect sound production in the cabin, includes 10 speakers (including the central channel and subwoofer) and also a multi-channel amplifier with equaliser.