The newest addition to the Renault GCC lineup has arrived, with the new Renault Megane Hatch arriving in showrooms across the region.
From the original concept shown at the 2008 Geneva Motorshow, the new Renault Megane Hatch has been developed into the latest Renault vehicle to hit the roads, coming in as the manufacturer's new C-segment car after the Fluence.
Renault GCC Managing Director, Mustansir Lakdawala, said: "The new Renault Megane Hatch is a great looking and high performing addition to the line up. The concept debuted at the Geneva Motorshow in 2008, and the end product is a superbly well rounded car, offering customers new levels of stylish comfort.
"With the new Megane Hatch we are delivering yet more best in class performance in areas of comfort, with the 70 mm of height adjustment in the front seats being a segment leader. This type of detail helps passengers of Renault vehicles really enjoy the experience of driving or being driven. The Renault baseline is 'Drive the Change', and by having this type of innovation in our vehicles we are bringing new levels of comfort to consumers."
The stylish new hatchback is sporty in appearance, having taken its design cues from the world of sport and in celebration of all things automobile. This has led to a vehicle that is immediately eye-catching; the new Megane Hatch is a very appealing car, and one where its character and soul matches its looks.
This character is one that exudes comfort and passenger experience, something that Renault instills in all its vehicles. Attention to detail, like widely adjustable seats, repositioned pedals for ease of use, best in class elbow room, easier to read dials and a raft of equipment from the next segment up, including keyless entry and ignition; all help to enhance both driver and passenger experience and truly make the new Renault Megane Hatch an inviting place to be.
No detail has been overlooked in the search for a fantastic handling car, and the result is the new Renault Megane Hatch performs with exemplary road holding and precise driver input thanks to the all new power steering.
The new Renault Megane Hatch is powered by a choice of three engines and three transmissions, catering to every driver's need. With a choice of a 1.6 16V 110hp with a 5-speed manual gearbox, a 1.5 16V 105hp featuring a 4-speed automatic gearbox, and a 2.0 16V 143hp with Renault-Nissan Alliance developed CVT gearbox, all tastes and requirements are covered.
Renault has naturally profited from its engineering expertise and from the latest research carried out by LAB (the Accident Analysis, Biomechanics and Human Behaviour Laboratory of PSA Peugeot-Citroën and Renault) to develop a comprehensive range of safety equipment designed to perform in real-life driving situations. The new Megane Hatch benefits from Renault's knowledge in the realm of active and passive safety and has been designed for exemplary performance on both fronts. The result is a host of active and passive safety features, including include ABS, EBD and Emergency Brake Assist. Depending on the version, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) and CSV understeer control are also available to assist the driver in difficult or emergency situations.
The new Renault Megane Hatch is available in GCC showrooms since November
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About Renault:
Renault is a group with an industrial and commercial presence in 118 countries. It designs, develops, manufactures and sells passenger cars and light commercial vehicles under three brand names: Renault, Dacia and Renault Samsung Motors. In 2009, the Renault Group sold 2,309,188 vehicles worldwide.
France's number one car brand, Renault builds upon more than 112 years of innovation to bring customers top-quality, revolutionary products and services, that are ingenious, appealing, affordable and carbon efficient. Renault is also the only vehicle manufacturer with 12 cars awarded the maximum five-star Euro NCAP rating.
Renault also pursues an alliance with Nissan, created in 1999. The uniting of both brands provides ultimate performance and for 11 years the Renault-Nissan partnership has been the most successful alliance in the automotive industry. The Renault-Nissan Alliance generates numerous synergies for both brands, ultimately benefiting the customer. Renault has also signed a strategic partnership with AvtoVAZ in Russia and a strategic cooperation agreement with Daimler. In 2009, the Renault-Nissan Alliance sold 6,085,058 vehicles [including AvtoVAZ sales].
Renault is a people-centric and innovative company, offering sustainable mobility for all. This vision is the heart of the new Renault brand baseline, 'Drive the Change'.
'Drive the Change' is faithful to the brand's values - human, reliable and enthusiastic. It also expresses the ambition of Renault to pioneer sustainable mobility for all, as well as making the automobile a source of progress for mankind. At Renault, the belief is that it is no longer up to the world to adapt itself to the automobile; it is up to the automobile to adapt itself to the people and the planet.
Sport Automobile is a major part of the Renault story, with Renault engines being a quality and reliable mainstay of motorsport for many years. Recently, the Renault F1 Team won the Formula 1 World Championship for Constructors and Drivers in 2005 and 2006.
Renault strengthened its presence in the GCC in 2007 with the restructuring of its office and expansion of its distributor network in this region. Showrooms can now be found in main GCC cities offering an exciting line-up of Renault cars.
For more information, please visit www.renault-me.com
For more information, please contact:
Wael A Samad
w.asamad@polaris-me.com
Zohra M'Salka
Communication Manager
Renault GCC
zohra.m-salka@renault.com
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