Renault Laguna Estate (2011) [Reviews]

New Renault Laguna is more confident front style - including flagship "eye" with black masks as standard, plus additional chrome trim for the new pearlescent black grille - give the model a more dynamic position clear. This also comes across as nervous and playful, and points to the promise of driving pleasure even greater.

A redesigned front

The front is more aggressive and seems to set the pace immediately. Have fun with the promise of new Renault Laguna performance credentials, the new design of the front is so expressive and dynamic. Includes a new grille and a black pearl wider use of chrome finish.

Lifeline is a sedan version extends around the boot, just smoke LED tail lights.

Located partly in a relatively high up on the tailgate, it contributes to the dynamics of the car overall approach and provide a distinctive signature on the back lighting.

The dual exhaust tips seen on engines powered versions luxury deny the presence of a thoroughbred transmission under the hood, while the dual antenna has been incorporated into the rear window of a role in the flow lines.

New Renault Laguna Grand Tour is distinguished by its sloping rear window and the shape of your rear side windows that accentuate the flowing lines and sporty, a feeling reinforced by the bar-shaped roof of car.

Although its wheelbase is identical to the sedan (2.76 m), New Renault Laguna Estate is 11cm long (4.80 meters), giving the car its own personality.

The longer rear overhang releases 508 liters of luggage compartment with five seats in place, while the total cargo capacity can easily be extended to 1593 liters with the rear seats folded.

The interior also features a long list of practical storage solutions and useful.

A new interior trim

New Renault Laguna passengers will benefit from new sports, upholstery mixedmaterial.

The materials were selected for the cabin, attention meticulous attention to detail (visible seams on the hood, chrome air vent surrounds) and the colors were chosen for the liner only serve to enhance the print quality.

The entire width of the slush molded dashboard seems to be completely separate from the console, which contributes to the new Renault Laguna range of high-end appeal.

Various radio and navigation displays are fully integrated, even if the controls and displays have been designed and placed in a user-friendly and compelling as possible.

Driving pleasure

New Laguna has been designed to provide real driving pleasure. Its dynamic reference to benefit from impressive efficiency chassis that is powered by a choice of all capable, fuel-efficient engines.

These versions of New Renault Laguna 4Control chassis equipped with the steering on all four wheels provides exceptional performance on the road for fun, more safety and efficiency. Now associated with the dCi 130, dCi 150 and dCi 175 (with automatic transmission) range of engines from the heart of this exclusive Renault innovation is now available to drivers even more fun.

RENAULT extensive know-how for a more precise

Socket new Renault Laguna, the ride comfort and driving pleasure benefits of wide Renault engineering expertise in each of these fields.

A specific address

To improve the driving experience along the winding roads. The precision of the direction of new Renault Laguna benefit of a closer-ratio steering and a rigid steering column, with a ratio of 16:01 (ie, a rotation of 16 degrees of wheel turns wheel of a degree), are easier to maneuver and manipulation of the car is agile.

The more rigid feel, and the systematic extermination of the game means that the owners have a more direct and more specific comments from the route with a shorter response time between when an instruction via the steering wheel and when the car is running. Versions with more powerful engines in the series (2.0 dCi 170 and T 180) are equipped with power steering.

Other versions are equipped with an electric pump that adjusts the level of finely active power assistance according to the rate of the electric pump, which is itself dictated by road conditions. It depends on the speed and the required level of power assistance (speed, steering angle), a solution which benefits fuel consumption by optimizing the electrical pump.

Chassis response

New Laguna offers a unique curved frame, which offers the driver a greater sense of pleasure at the wheel does not reduce the performance of the vertical suspension. Renault's engineers paid particular attention to optimizing the precision and cornering body roll. Special is the ability to roll a car independent of the angle 'flat', and describes the angle of the body from the road. In the case of the new Laguna, the angle is 1.9 degrees (mean = 2.2 ° segment) value of lateral acceleration of 5 m / s ², a situation that is responsible for driving along a winding road or through the 400-meter diameter round 60kph.

The front suspension has a MacPherson type arrangement with a 24mm diameter anti-roll bar while the rear suspension is based on a compact, lightweight, flexible programmed deflection H-beam incorporating an anti-roll bar, whose diameter varies from 28.8mm to 30.5 mm depending on the version.

Petrol engines: responsive and effective

Dynamic, quiet and smooth, 16-valve 2.0-liter petrol engine (M4R) delivers maximum power and 140 hp (103.4kW) and 195Nm of torque.

This is the Renault-Nissan Alliance-developed E85-compatible power source combined with incisive response and torque at low revs with a hilarious performance at higher rpm driving pleasure and acoustic revband throughout the suspension.

Despite a combined consumption of just 7.5 litres/100km (equivalent to 173g of CO2 per kilometer), New Laguna sedan to a stop 100 km in just 9.1 seconds. The distribution chain requires no maintenance and is covered by a lifetime warranty.

The 2.0-liter 16-valve turbocharged petrol engine (F4RT) gives the maximum power of 170hp (125kW) and maximum torque of 270 nm. It operates through a proactive approach to six-speed automatic transmission (AJ0) and returns fuel consumption of 8.7 l/100 km combined cycle (equivalent to 201g of CO2 per kilometer).

This engine under the bonnet, the Renault Laguna sedan is particularly fun, and covers the 1000 meters, 30.2 seconds from a standing start.

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Renault Megane RS N4 (2011)

Known for its attractive design, and winning the acclaim and the beginning of the quality of the engine, the Renault Megane RS 250 now generates rally, N4, for private teams and riders.

As the only manufacturer to offer a "complete rally'-series based on the rules of the group F, the Renault Sport Technologies now Renault Mégane RS N4 add to its range. Developed for racing on asphalt, it is set to establish a new standard.

With the same intrinsic qualities Mégane Renault Sport 250, the new model builds on a legacy of Group N Renault approved spans a quarter century: 5 GT Turbo, Turbo R11 R21 Turbo 2L 16V R19, Clio Williams and Clio RS.

Designed to contain costs, the Group N regulations impose strict rules on changes to be made in the original machine. This limitation is the front part is used Renault Megane RS N4, which gets the benefits of technology in the production model. PerfoHub independent steering axis front suspension design has allowed engineers to assemble the platform, which combines traction, stability and comfort of driving safely. Use three-way adjustable dampers allow settings can be adapted for all types of driving.

Under the hood, the yield of 2, 0 16V Turbo has been enhanced with an optimized electronic engine controls. Despite regulatory constraints, the Mégane Renault Sport's engine makes 265hp and 470 N4 Nm of torque and is linked to a five-speed H-pattern gearbox, developed specifically for this purpose. On the strength of his experience, Renault Sport Technologies has tried to develop an innovative package, reliable and high performance also takes into account the concept of cost control at each stage of development. The intention is to make Renault Megane RS N4 accessible to all drivers, and be both easy to operate and economical to use. Like all vehicles in its range of rally, N4 Mégane Renault Sport will be sold by Renault Sport Technologies, in the form of a kit that contains all the specifics.


Renault Mégane Sport: PRODUCTION OF SUMMIT CAR by Renault Sport Technologies

Opened in 2009, the Megane RS 250 is the last production car to date by Renault Sport Technologies. Hailed by the media and the owners, noted for its excellent performance and handling. Powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder 2.0 16V 250 hp and 340 Nm of torque generation, the Mégane Renault Sport is also distinguished by its characteristic structure PerfoHub management architecture with independent front suspension axle which allows the control and the suspension to work independently of each other.

To achieve a perfect drive, the gearbox has a limited slip differential. Recognizable at first glance, the sporty design of the Mégane RS is underscored by the front bumper with integrated F1-inspired aerodynamic splitter, rear diffuser and the exhaust outlet and the center position.

Group N: Privateer SPIRIT RACING

According to the FIA, which determines the technical standards, the Group N cars is open to mass production, more than 2,500 identical units produced during a period of 12 consecutive months. Founded in 1982, the group N is the category in which cars are closest to production models. The rules allow only a few limited modifications to keep costs low. Only small changes can make the engine, for example, in relation to the production version - the ECU and exhaust can be modified in accordance with strict rules. To ensure reliability, the bulbs of transmission can be specific, but must be mounted in the original case.

Mégane Renault Sport + N = GROUP Mégane Renault Sport N4

The development of the Renault Megane RS N4, Renault Sport Technologies has drawn attention to the performance of the model leads to the production of the car, in which both works and is inexpensive to operate, the whole spirit of the N-group settings. Drivers will be able to achieve high-class on-road, all the budget reasonable and controlled. Transferred to the front wheels with suspension 265hp Mégane Renault Sport N4 was impeccable. Thanks for setting and PerfoHub latest generation of suspension, handling and stability are both equally impressive.

STEER TO PERFECTION

First used in late 1980, Super Production version of R21 Turbo, the steering axle independent front axle was introduced on a production car on Mégane Renault Sport. Allowing the suspension and steering to work independently of each other, this mechanism MéganeRenaultsport N4 to enjoy handling and traction of the highest quality.

Most recent suspension systems

Designed in collaboration with Öhlins suspension consists of four buffers spring with the latest technology available. The shocks are shock three-way adjustable rebound damping (high and low speed compression, rebound). This allows a wide range of adjustments to suit the profile of the road, the grip level, weather conditions and driving style. The quality of these suspension systems allow drivers to take full advantage of BF Goodrich tires mounted on rims 18 inches, and realize their full potential in the special long.


BRAKE SYSTEM

On the front is the Renault Megane RS N4 equipped with 355 mm discs and four-piston calipers in one piece. At the rear is the grooved disc taken from the standard production model equipped with two-piston fixed calipers. As required by the rules of racing, the ABS is disabled. Inside the cabin, allows a system operator limiter control rear brake pressure. In accordance with the rules is the master cylinder and pedal taken from the production model. Essential to hairpins, has a vertical grip operated hydraulic handbrake was added to the standard braking system.

Engine and transmission: Renault EVERY HEART

A major benefit is to be postponed MéganeRenaultsport F4RT 250 1998 cc 16-valve turbocharged engine. In the absence of specific training performed in the inner parts, Renault Sport Technologies provides control over the budget and engine reliability. The main changes are motor drive system and engine management system developed by Cosworth Technologies to improve performance, despite the adoption of a regulatory limits of 33 mm turbo. The engine in the Renault Sport Mégane N4 generates a maximum power of 265hp at 4000 rpm and maximum torque of 470 Nm at 3000 rpm. To optimize the performance of special stages, the air intercooler can be sprayed with water. The exhaust system features a special catalytic converter complies with the FIA ​​and an expansion chamber.

BOX-specific version CONTEST

To ensure reliability, the gearbox is the element where there is more room for the specific preparation. The rules require an H layout and installation of the gearbox in his home of origin.

The gearbox on the Renault Megane RS N4 has a limited slip differential, limited slip (discs and pads, "ZF" type LSD). Several parameters final torque set the final gear to be adapted to the specific characteristics of each event. The specific coupling system is provided by AP Racing. The gearbox is cooled by an oil cooler.

Safety: No commitment

A priority in all phases of design and development, safety is an important part of any production and competition models developed by Renault Sport Technologies.

The Mégane Renault Sport monocoque has been reinforced and braced to provide security around both active and passive to perfection. The frame has a welded roll cage, which complies with the FIA ​​regulations, and is confirmed by calculations of static load. The cabin has all the necessary safety equipment supplied by Sabelt. Two bucket seats with Hans-compliant six-point harness and an electric automatic fire suppression system and a main switch are all included as standard in the kit of Mégane Renault Sport Racing N4.

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