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The new 2012 Renault Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet Monaco GP coupe The limited edition Monaco GP version of Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet is big on personality. Its unmistakeably sporty front end incorporates black headlight masks and a large air intake, while its sporting credentials are further emphasised by the models slick, classic stance and carefully balanced proportions. 2012 Renault Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet Monaco GP photo The exclusive Pearlescent White body colour is accentuated by Etoilé Black details which produce a ‘two-tone’ effect reminiscent of a dinner suit. 2012 Renault Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet Monaco GP photo The Gloss Black diffuser adds to the car’s sporty appeal and is suggestive of the phenomenon of ground effect associated with the world of Formula 1. The cabin boasts a dark charcoal trim with contrasting Pearlescent White highlights, plus embroidered “Monaco GP” badging for the seats and carpet mats. The glass roof ensures a brightly lit interior whatever t...

Today’s all-terrain vehicles are often synonymous with bulk, but Renault Duster is an antidote to that idea. 2011 Renault Duster photo With a length of 4.31 metres and a width of 1.82 metres, Renault Duster is very compact. Its Megane-size proportions ensure that it is as at home in built-up areas as it is off the beaten track. While it clearly belongs to the world of all-terrain vehicles, Renault Duster’s lines are not ostentatious. 2011 Renault Duster photo Renault Duster is unmistakably a 4x4. From the front, it exudes an impression of toughness: the wide wheelarches, the imposing lines of the chrome grille and the sump guard clearly emphasise the 4x4 DNA of Renault Duster. Seen from the side, the high ground clearance, clearly defined wheelarches and protective mouldings encourage the driver to tackle even the toughest roads and tracks. 2011 Renault Duster photo With the Look Pack, owners of Renault Duster can enhance the vehicle’s good looks. This pack incl...

A renewed version of Renault Koleos is to be released later in the year. The chief changes concern the model’s exterior styling and interior trim, plus appreciable CO2 and fuel consumption savings in the case of its diesel engines. 2012 Renault Koleos photo The model reasserts its high-end status by building on the strengths that were widely acclaimed at the time of its launch in 2008, namely its remarkable comfort, versatility and modularity, as well as the speed with which owners are able to familiarise themselves with their new car. 2012 Renault Koleos photo Robust, more dynamic looks The front end of Koleos has been revised with a view to reasserting its forceful character. 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 more modern door mirrors now incorporate LED indicators. 2012 Renault Koleos p...

In view of the success of the previous special edition (400 units sold) and in response to customer demand, the new Laguna Coupé Monaco GP special series is now available in France. 2011 Renault Laguna Coupé Monaco GP photo - Renault has been part of the finest moments in the history of the Monaco Grand Prix, a major sporting event. Today, it is dedicating a “showcase” to its coupés: the Monaco GP signature. 2011 Renault Laguna Coupé Monaco GP photo Sporty, elegant bodywork Based on the Black Edition model, the Laguna Coupé Monaco GP special series has real personality. Classic lines and strict proportions make for a harmonious whole that showcases the car’s sporting looks. - The Pearlescent White bodywork and black roof, specially developed for these versions, adds an exclusive touch. This limited series is also available in full Pearlescent Black. - The bodywork features – Pearlescent Black mirror housings, and “Monaco GP” badging on the sides and in the gri...

The Gordini range is to be extended with the addition of a Gordini-badged version of Renault Clio based on the body and engine options of the existing GT version. 2012 Renault Clio Gordini photo - Clio Gordini will be available in three- and five-door form with a choice of petrol (1.6 16V 128hp, Euro5, 155g of CO2/km) or diesel (1.5 dCi 105hp, Euro5, 110g of CO2/km) power. 2012 Renault Clio Gordini photo Clio Gordini will be revealed at French dealerships participating in the brand’s Portes Ouvertes operation (September 15-19, 2011). Order books for Clio Gordini (in France) opened on July 18, 2011. Renault Clio Gordini replaces the existing GT version. 2012 Renault Clio Gordini photo Prices (French market)… Petrol versions (1.6 128hp): from €18,450 (three door version) or €19,050 (five doors). Diesel versions (1.5 dCi 105hp, €400 ‘eco-subsidy’): from €20,750 (three door version) or €21,350 (five doors). 2012 Renault Clio Gordini photo The newcomer will be ma...