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Adrian PatonFull details: Renault Twingo RS
August 27th 2008 00:15
French car maker Renault has finally released full details of the Twingo RS hatchback which completes the Renault Sport range alongside the Clio and Mégane Renault Sport.
As previously reported in February this year, the Twingo Renault Sport is powered by a 98 kW (133 hp) 1.6 litre 16V engine but the latest details released by Renault shows that it will have a choice of two chassis (Sport or Cup) as well as a certain degree of customer customisation in terms of exterior and interior detailing.
As with the Clio and Megane Cup editions, suspension tweaks, weight reduction - 17 kg lighter - and 17-inch dark anthracite wheels (the standard RS model gets 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels) are standard for the Twingo RS Cup Edition.
Renault Australia has yet to confirm whether the Twingo will make it over to our shores, but French car buyers will be able to pick-up the sporty little car for €15,601 (AUD$26,600).
The Official Renault Press Release:
TWINGO RENAULT SPORT: AN AFFORDABLE PRICE AND A DRIVING TUITION FOR AN EXTRA EURO
Thanks to its competitive pricing (€15,601 in France) which includes 'Renault Sport Experience' driving tuition, Twingo Renault Sport opens up the Renault Sport thrill to a wider range of customers, while putting them in complete control.
The Twingo Renault Sport range is simple and attractive: sporty looks, a 133hp 1.6 litre 16V engine and a choice of two chassis (Sport or Cup). The car can be customized to every driver's taste: exterior and interior Renault Sport detailing is available, along with a multimedia connection point.
From the car's launch, Renault Sport Technologies will offer every customer a service that is unique in the hot hatch segment: Renault Sport Experience driving tuition. This driver training course reinforces Renault's credentials as a socially responsible company and is available in several European countries. It teaches new buyers how to handle their new hot hatch, so they can get maximum enjoyment from Renault Sport's cars in total safety.
In France, the start of sales will be on September 11th.
Twingo Renault Sport, an appealing, straightforward range
This compact hot hatch completes the Renault Sport range, alongside Clio and Mégane Renault Sport. It is attractively priced, at just €15,600 in France, which includes 'Renault Sport Experience' driving tuition (for a supplement of €1 in France), Twingo Renault Sport emits 165g of CO2/km. In the context of the French pollution bonus/penalty scheme, the car had a penalty of just €200.
This hot hatch sets the standard in terms of comfort and versatility. In France, the car is fitted with independent, sliding rear seats as standard (on the sports chassis with 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels).
To satisfy the most demanding driving enthusiasts, Twingo Renault Sport is also available with a Cup chassis. This chassis is available with 17-inch Dark Anthracite alloys wheels and, in France, a rear bench seat (which can be removed or folded), all of which generates a weight saving of 17kg.
Twingo Renault Sport also premieres a new Renault Sport body colour which recalls that of Twingo Concept: Altica Grey. Three other metallic paint finishes are available (Pearlescent Black, Extreme Blue, Platine Grey), plus one non-metallic finish (Vif Red).
In France, the start of sales will be on September 11th.
A hot hatch for everybody's taste
From launch, Twingo Renault Sport will be available with a wide range of options to suit every customer's taste. Renault Sport graphics can be applied to the front quarter panels, the rear bumper and can even to the key housing. Inspired by the chequered flag design, these dynamic graphics evoke the world of motor sport. The newcomer also features latest-generation communications technology: hands-free Bluetooth telephone controls
and an audio connection box which permits drivers to connect an MP3 player or iPod® in total safety.
Renault Sport Experience, socially responsible driver training...
With its sharp looks, punchy engine and capable chassis, there's no doubting Twingo Renault Sport's fun-to-drive, sporty character. Competitive pricing (€15,601 in France) means that the car will be the entry point to the Renault Sport range for a new group of customers. Our predictions indicate that nearly half of potential buyers are under 30 years of age. To support these customers buying their first hot hatch, Renault Sport is offering every client in several European markets a service that is completely unique in this segment: the Renault Sport Experience.
Highly-trained instructors will train Twingo
Renault Sport drivers in safe driving techniques (position of hands on the steeringwheel, driving lines, braking, management of the ABS and ESP, etc.).
The Renault Sport Experience is endorsed by Romain Grosjean. He proves that it's possible to be young and passionate about sports driving while remaining socially responsible, both on track and on the road.
Equipment (in France):
Twingo GT:
o Body colour side protective mouldings,
o GT-badged sill,
o Satin grey rear spoiler,
o Chrome exhaust tailpipes,
o TCE 100hp engine,
o Rain and light sensors,
o Ashtray and cigar lighter,
o Boot light,
o 15-inch Noxiane alloy wheels,
o Driver's side one-touch electric window,
o 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback, remote display, fingertip remote control and
RCA socket in the glovebox,
o Extra-tinted rear windows,
o Leather steering wheel and gear knob.
Twingo Renault Sport = Twingo GT, plus
o Specific exterior styling:
- Specific front bumper with foglamp surrounds,
- Specific side skirts,
- Wider front and rear wings,
- Two-tone rear bumper with chrome exhaust tailpipes,
- 16- or 17-inch (on Cup chassis) alloy wheels,
- Dark Gunmetal Grey exterior mirrors and foglamp surrounds.
o Specific interior design:
- Dark Charcoal interior trim,
- Aluminium pedals,
- Leather steeringwheel incorporating thumb rests,
- Renault Sport rev-counter with gearshift indicator light,
- Front seats with additional lateral support, double stitching and Renault Sport
badging,
- Blood Orange seatbelts,
- Renault Sport-badged sills.
o Renault Sport 1.6 16V 133hp engine,
o Sport chassis,
o Fully disconnectable ESP (without emergency braking assist).
Options (in France):
o Front and rear curtain airbags €250
o Climate control €300
o Cup Pack: €450
Cup chassis 17-inch Dark Anthracite alloy wheels removable, folding rear bench seat
o Metallic paint €230
o Cruise control with speed limiter €230
o Panoramic sunroof €700
Accessories (in France):
Exterior customization
o 'Grey Shadows' graphics pack: €150
Three shades of grey, on either side of the car, plus rear bumper
o 'Renault Sport Chequers' graphics pack: €45
Renault Sport Chequers graphics available in: White, Anthracite Grey, Cool
Grey and Black, on the two rear pillars
o 'Chess' graphics pack: €107
Renault Sport graphics inspired by Twingo Concept
o Key graphics pack: €9
Graphics pack carried over to the key
Interior detailing
o 'Power Pads' pedal covers €60
in brushed aluminium, inspired by Twingo Concept
o Renault Sport-badged gearshift kit €150
Chrome satin finish zamac gear lever knob, leather and alcantara bellows with
Blood Orange stitching and matching base
o Practical Renault Sport-badged hand brake: €60
Chrome satin finish zamac
o Set of four Renault Sport Chequers rubber floor mats: €120
With brushed aluminium Renault Sport plaque on the driver mat
Two versions: white chequers on black, or black chequers on white
o Set of four Renault Sport Chequers fabric floor mats: €79
With brushed aluminium Renault Sport plaque on the driver mat
Two versions: white chequers on black, or black chequers on white
Connectivity and multimedia
o Hands-free Bluetooth® telephone controls €300 *
o Audio Connection Box €199 *
o Carminat Nomade €529 *
Dayton PM 2050 navigation system (Siemens VDO) with 3.5-inch colour screen and European
maps, with power support
o Carminat Nomade Bluetooth €599 *
Dayton PM 2050 navigation system (Siemens VDO) with 4.3-inch colour screen and European
maps, plus integrated power support
* including fitment
[Source: Renault]
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