All-New Mégane Renault Sport to have 4CONTROL four-wheel steering.

• All-New Mégane Renault Sport to have 4CONTROL four-wheel steering – a first in the hot hatch segment
• All-New Mégane Renault Sport to provide choice of Sport or Cup chassis
• Manual or efficient dual-clutch transmissions available
• Nico Hülkenberg tests out the 4CONTROL system on the race track

The All-New Mégane Renault Sport will be the first hot hatch to have four wheel steering and will offer customers a choice between two chassis set ups. 

Renault’s 4CONTROL four wheel steer technology offers drivers enhanced agility, cornering performance and steering precision by enabling the car’s rear wheels to assist in steering by means of an electromagnetic actuator mounted on the rear axle. 

Renault Sport engineers have specifically calibrated the system to take the car’s performance to new limits thanks to exceptional agility and cornering stability at higher speeds. 

New Mégane Renault Sport customers will also be able to choose between a Sport chassis, which combines high performance and ride comfort in everyday use or a Cup chassis, engineered to deliver the ultimate track performance experience. 

Renault announces it's latest offers, making now one of the best times to buy a French car !

• Complimentary three-year Service Plan with selected Renaults purchased with Renault Finance before 15 May, saving the customer £459.
• Three-year 0% APR Selections PCP finance packages with low monthly payments across selected models in the Renault range. Three- and four-year 3.9% APR PCP offers are also available on most models.
• Enhanced four year 0% APR Hire Purchase offers with £1,500 deposit contribution across most models in the Renault range. 

Renault is helping customers to save money this month with the gift of a complimentary three-year/30,000 mile Renault Service Plan* – saving up to £459 – as well as a three-year 0% APR Selections PCP offer.

The free Renault Service Plan is available to customers of the New Clio, Captur, Kadjar and All-New Mégane, All-New Mégane Sport Tourer, All-New Scénic and All-New Grand Scénic purchased using Renault Finance (HP and PCP) before 15 May 2017 at any of the French manufacturer’s official nationwide UK dealerships. 

Even better, the Service Plan offer is in addition to any of Renault’s latest finance customer offers, ensuring that customers enjoy even more value.

Just one of these latest offers is the three-year 0% APR Selections PCP finance package available on New Clio, Captur, Kadjar and All-New Mégane, All-New Mégane Sport Tourer, All-New Scénic and All-New Grand Scénic.

For example, the stylish New Clio with a refreshed exterior and enhanced interior and equipment can be driven away from only £129 per month on the three-year 0% APR PCP Selections package. The offer on the Play 1.2 16V 75 version also includes a manufacturer deposit contribution of £1,500.

In addition to this, Renault is offering insurance from just £99 for customers purchasing a New Clio or Captur using Renault Finance before 30 June this year**.

Cash buyers also benefit from the limited time offers. Notably, there are sizeable savings across the innovative, rear-engined, rear-wheel drive Renault Twingo range with prices starting from £8,325 for the Expression SCe 70 – representing a saving of £1,550 on the normal list price up to savings of £2,420 on the Dynamique S TCe 90 Auto, which is now available from £11,695.

Drivers in the market for a multiple-award winning, affordable electric vehicle need look no further than the Renault ZOE with a number of offers available. On top of a free*** 7kW Wall-Box home charger, WhatCar?’s Electric Vehicle of 2017 – the ZOE Dynamique R90 Z.E 40 – is available with a three year 3.9% APR Representative Selections PCP package. The ZOE – now with a 250 mile (NEDC) range – can be purchased with a deposit of £2,299 and monthly payments of £249 (including battery hire)¹.

The complimentary Renault Service Plan provides customers with the reassurance that their future routine servicing costs are taken care of and that their new car will only be worked on by Renault-trained technicians using genuine parts and lubricants. Customers will also benefit from the Renault 4+ warranty and Renault Assistance vehicle scheme, which comes as standard with every Renault and provides the ultimate peace of mind for four years or 100,000 miles.

EXAMPLE

1. ZOE Dynamique Nav R90 Z.E. 40 – representative example:

Monthly payments over terms of agreement	£180 (excl. battery hire)
Customer deposit	£2,299
Cash price	£18,170
Dealer deposit contribution	£5,904
Total amount of credit	£9,967
Finance facility fee	£99
Optional final payment	£4,098
Option to purchase fee	£149
Total amount payable	£19,029
Duration	37 months
Fixed interest rate p.a.	1.46%
3.99% APR representative

FLEET WORLD - Renault takes a triple win at this years awards ceremony, and its well deserved too !

• Renault picks up three awards at the Fleet World Honours 2017
• 100 per cent electric Renault ZOE wins Best Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
• All-New Mégane wins Best Lower Medium Car
• All-New Grand Scénic wins Best MPV
• Renault range is praised for head-turning design, efficiency and technologies

Renault has picked up three awards at the Fleet World Honours 2017 with the Renault ZOE, All-New Mégane and All-New Grand Scénic all winning their categories at the awards ceremony hosted by Fleet World magazine and held today at the Royal Automobile Club in London.

The all-electric Renault ZOE updated for 2017 and now available with a 250-mile range (NEDC) – the longest of any mainstream electric vehicle – was awarded Best Ultra Low Emission Vehicle thanks to its new longer range, smartphone apps and ease to live with.

The All-New Renault Mégane, launched in the UK in summer 2016, won Best Lower Medium Car and was praised in particular for its comfort, efficiency and technology.

The distinctive All-New Grand Scénic collected Best MPV thanks to its space, style and value for money.

Steve Moody, Publisher, Fleet World, said: “Beneath head-turning design, the Mégane feels a class above most rivals. It’s quiet, comfortable and effortlessly efficient, with clearly laid-out displays showing all the information drivers need at a glance. Extra space and efficient diesel engines to stretch the time between fill-ups means it’s perfect for a life on the road.

Renault has rediscovered its love for compact MPVs with the new Scenic. Beneath concept car styling, with vivid colours and large, aerodynamic wheels across the range, it’s still a genuinely practical mover of people and things… The pioneer has never been in better shape.

Meanwhile, Renault has always had a very complete EV offering with the ZOE, and the high-capacity battery option broadens its appeal. Drivers who need long range can now travel almost 200 miles under ‘real-world’ conditions, but there’s still a competitive smaller-capacity battery for those who don’t. With apps to alleviate anxiety by planning routes including charging stops, not only is the ZOE a great EV, but it needn’t be more challenging to live with than any other supermini.”

Paul Flanagan, Managing Director, Groupe Renault UK said: “2016 saw us complete the renewal of our family car line-up with the arrival of All-New Mégane and All-New Scenic alongside the Kadjar crossover, as well as revising ZOE to give it the longest range of any mainstream EV on sale today. We’re delighted that Fleet World has recognised all three models.  2017 is set to be another busy year as we add the Koleos crossover to Europe’s youngest model line-up.”

The Renault ZOE is an all-electric, five-door supermini available in a choice of three trim levels and with two battery options. With the new Z.E.40 battery, ZOE’s range is 250 miles (NEDC) – the longest of any mainstream EV.  Renault estimates that in real-world driving conditions that this equates to around 186 miles in summer and 124 miles in cold winter conditions. ZOE can charge from zero to 80 per cent full in as little as 60 minutes thanks to its patented Chameleon Charger™ that allows it to make the most of the widest range of power supplies and also keep charging times to a minimum. Renault’s Range OptimiZer technology ensures ZOE is highly efficient with its heat pump, a bi-modal braking system and Michelin ENERGY E-V tyres.  ZOE is available to purchase from £13,995 (OTR) after the Government Plug-in Car Grant with battery leasing from £49 per month.

The All-New Mégane – more dynamic, more comfortable and more refined than its predecessor – offers unique technology with an 8.7-inch portrait central touchscreen, Active Emergency Braking and convenient driver assistance systems such as Hands Free Parking and Adaptive Cruise Control. CO₂ emissions are as low as 96g/km with economy as high as 76.4mpg.  The All-New Renault Mégane range is available from £17,250 on-the-road.

The All-New Grand Scénic – part of the fourth generation Scénic family with its innovative design and distinctive 20-inch wheels – remains as impressively practical as ever thanks to its modularity and class-leading storage and boot space. The seven-seater also achieved a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating with Active Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection as standard – the only car in its class to have the safety feature applied throughout the range. Technologies such as Handsfree Parking and Adaptive Cruise Control are also available. The Grand Scénic’s One Touch Folding seats feature is another unique-in-class option whereby a button can be pressed, either from within the boot or from the multimedia system in the dashboard, to fold the rear seats, either individually or altogether, effortlessly to achieve a completely flat floor. The All-New Renault Grand Scénic is available from £23,375 on-the-road.

Renault announces its third quarter results and pushes its numbers higher than ever with a €10bn revenue in Q3.

• Groupe Renault revenues came to €10,546 million for the quarter. This 13.0 per cent increase is mainly due to the European market’s continuing strong performance and the success of its range
• In the third quarter of 2016, Groupe Renault sales increased by 16 per cent to 721,741 vehicles, in a market which expanded by 5 per cent
• In Europe, the group’s registrations rose by 11.3 per cent in a market up 5.3 per cent. The success of the new models and the continuing strength of Clio IV, Captur and Dacia models helped the group to pick up an additional 0.5 points market share
• Outside of Europe, the group grew by 21.5 per cent with significant expansion in the Africa, Middle East and India Region (+85 per cent). Market share grew across all regions
• Groupe Renault confirms its guidance for full-year 2016

All regions continue to win market share in the third quarter

In a global automotive market up 5 per cent, Groupe Renault’s registrations rose by 16 per cent to 721,741 units. The group’s market share increased by 0.3 points to 3.3 per cent.

The group continued to enjoy traction from the renewal of its range in a buoyant European market (+5.3 per cent). Its registrations rose by 11.3 per cent, with market share gaining 0.5 points to 9.5 per cent.

Sales under the Renault brand grew by 8.1 per cent thanks to the success of new Mégane, Kadjar, Espace and Talisman models. Clio IV remains the second bestselling vehicle in Europe and Captur was again the leading crossover in its class. 

In Europe, in the electric vehicle segment, Renault’s market share came to 20.8 per cent in the third quarter, while ZOE posted a 22.4 per cent growth.

Sales under the Dacia brand increased by 22.1 per cent, due chiefly to Sandero Stepway and Duster.

In France, the group outperformed the market with a 3.9 per cent rise in registrations to 123,000 vehicles in the quarter. The group placed five vehicles in the Top 10 best-selling passenger cars at the end of September, with Clio IV coming in at number one and Captur leading its segment. Sandero remains the best-selling car to retail customers, at the end of September and for the third quarter.

Internationally, despite turbulence in Brazil, Russia and Algeria, group sales increased by 21.5 per cent in the third quarter. The group increased its market share in each region.

In the Africa, Middle East and India Region, the group’s registrations were up by 85 per cent as market share gained +2.7 points to 6.4 per cent.

In Iran, Groupe Renault confirmed the trend of the first half of 2016, with deliveries up 135.5 per cent thanks to the success of Logan and Sandero. The group’s market share increased by 2.9 points to 9.6 per cent.

In India, the market grew 17 per cent while Renault registrations were multiplied sevenfold thanks to the success of Kwid. 82,771 Kwids have been registered since the start of the year, including 34,350 in the third quarter alone.

In North Africa, Groupe Renault registrations rose by 13.6 per cent, in a market down 15 per cent. Market share increased by 10.6 points to reach a record 42.2 per cent. In Algeria, the market continues to be weakened by the current regulations setting import quotas. Within this context, the group consolidated its lead in the country with a market share of 63.1 per cent, a gain of 29.2 points. The three best-selling vehicles were Symbol and Sandero – both of which are manufactured at the Oran plant – and Logan.

In the Americas Region, the group’s market share increased by 0.2 points to 6.9 per cent.

The Renault brand continued to benefit fully from the recovery of the Argentinean market, with its registrations up 21.7 per cent in a market up 12.7 per cent. In Brazil, in an automotive market down sharply (-17 per cent), the group held up well, increasing its market share by 0.4 points to 7.8 per cent. The end-2015 launch of Oroch and the upcoming launch of Alaskan are enabling the group to expand its offering and position itself in the pick-up segment.

In Eurasia, the group’s market share improved by 0.7 points to 12.4 per cent. In Russia, where total industry registrations fell by 15.1 per cent, Renault held up well, registering a limited 4.7 per cent decline. Market share expanded 0.9 points to 8.3 per cent, due to the successful launch of Kaptur, for which more than 7,500 orders have been placed since its launch in June 2016. In Turkey, the group was impacted by the market decline, with sales down 23.1 per cent.

In Asia Pacific, the group’s registrations rose by 25.6 per cent in a market up 11.5 per cent. In South Korea, the group’s largest market in the region, Renault Samsung Motors posted 24.5 per cent growth, driven by the success of its new SM6 sedan and its QM6 crossover. Market share expanded 1.9 points to 6.3 per cent over the period. In China, pending the upcoming launch of Koleos, 10,686 Kadjar have been registered since the model’s introduction in March, including 6,032 in the third quarter alone. The sales network, which currently encompasses 125 dealerships, is expected to grow to 150 outlets by the end of the year.

THIRD-QUARTER REVENUES BY OPERATING SECTOR

In the third quarter of 2016, the group’s revenues came to €10,546 million, a 13.0 per cent increase compared to the previous year (+16.7 per cent increase at constant exchange rates).

Automotive revenues came to €9,989 million, up 13.5 per cent thanks to an increase in volume (+10.7 points) and pricing (+4.6 points). This last effect still benefits from price increases in emerging countries to offset currency declines, but as well from recent launches. Growth in Sales to Partners (+1.8 points) reflects the positive momentum of our CKD^[1] activities in Iran and China, as well as the increased production of vehicles to our partners in Europe. The euro’s gain against a number of currencies, including the Argentinean peso and the British pound, resulted in an unfavourable impact of 3.8 points. Product mix is negative this quarter (-2.5 points), mainly due to the impact of Kwid in the group’s sales.

Sales Financing (RCI Banque) reported revenues of €557 million, up 4.3 per cent compared with the third quarter of 2015. The number of new financing contracts rose by 10.0 per cent. Average performing assets increased by 17.5 per cent to €33.9 billion.

OUTLOOK FOR 2016

In 2016, the global market is expected to record growth around 1.7 per centcompared to 2015. The European market, as well as the French one, are now expected to increase by at least 5 per cent.

Outside Europe, the Brazilian and Russian markets are expected to decline: -15 per cent to -20 per cent for Brazil and -12 per cent for Russia. On the contrary, China (+4 per cent to +5 per cent) and India (+7 per cent to +9 per cent) should pursue their positive momentum.

Within this context, Groupe Renault (at constant scope of consolidation) confirms its full-year 2016 guidance:

• Increase group revenues (at constant exchange rates)
• Improve group operating margin
• Generate a positive Automotive operational free cash flow

Groupe Renault consolidated revenues

(in € million)	2016	2015	Change 2016/2015
1st Quarter
Automotive	9,942	8,829	+12.6%
Sales Financing	547	559	-2.1%
Total	10,489	9,388	+11.7%
2nd  Quarter
Automotive	14,136	12,236	+15.5%
Sales Financing	560	573	-2.3%
Total	14,696	12,809	+14.7%
3rd  Quarter
Automotive	9,989	8,802	+13.5%
Sales Financing	557	534	+4.3%
Total	10,546	9,336	+13.0%
9 months
Automotive	34,067	29,867	+14.1%
Sales Financing	1,664	1,666	-0.1%
Total	35,731	31,533	+13.3%

[1] CKD : Complete Knock Down