The Renault Clio is a supermini (B-segment) car, produced by French automobile manufacturer Renault.
Rainer271
Kraftwagen König
2016 Renault Clio facelift headlights scooped
It's hard to know for sure, but we think these photos show the headlight units of the Clio facelift undergoing bench testing somewhere in France.
For the sake of comparison, we're also showing you the current design of the units. The outer shape remains the same. It's sort of like a wing design, thanks to a triangular shape at the top that doesn't do anything.
The part that's changing is that instead of two L-shaped patterns, we now have three. It's hard to tell what system Renault are using, but this could be an indirect LED design with the light coming from the top and hitting concave behind those L-shaped pieces, which are just trim.
The side, top and bottom are defined by powerful LED daytime running light elements that hint at the design of the Kadjar crossover.
The current-generation Renault Clio was unveiled at the 2012 Paris Motor Show and remains one of the most popular cars, not only in the segment but also on the entire European market.
Many magazines said the Clio facelift would debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. Of course, that didn’t happen, so we will have to wait until September's Paris venue.
On home turf, Renault is likely to reveal new colors, trim and subtle front end tweaks. Engine choices should remain virtually unchanged. However, we're pretty sure that the 1.5 dCi will be bumped from 90 to 95 horsepower. The 1.2-liter turbo used by the GT model will go from 120 to 130 hp, at least on paper.
We still think the Clio has one of the nicest rides in any small car, ironing out the bumps and potholes without having body roll in the corners. Sure, it's not the most engaging thing to drive, but the trunk is big, and it looks good. One thing we'd definitely change is the steering wheel with shiny plastic inserts. The one on the Megane is so much nicer.
Source: autoevolution
It's hard to know for sure, but we think these photos show the headlight units of the Clio facelift undergoing bench testing somewhere in France.
For the sake of comparison, we're also showing you the current design of the units. The outer shape remains the same. It's sort of like a wing design, thanks to a triangular shape at the top that doesn't do anything.
The part that's changing is that instead of two L-shaped patterns, we now have three. It's hard to tell what system Renault are using, but this could be an indirect LED design with the light coming from the top and hitting concave behind those L-shaped pieces, which are just trim.
The side, top and bottom are defined by powerful LED daytime running light elements that hint at the design of the Kadjar crossover.
The current-generation Renault Clio was unveiled at the 2012 Paris Motor Show and remains one of the most popular cars, not only in the segment but also on the entire European market.
Many magazines said the Clio facelift would debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. Of course, that didn’t happen, so we will have to wait until September's Paris venue.
On home turf, Renault is likely to reveal new colors, trim and subtle front end tweaks. Engine choices should remain virtually unchanged. However, we're pretty sure that the 1.5 dCi will be bumped from 90 to 95 horsepower. The 1.2-liter turbo used by the GT model will go from 120 to 130 hp, at least on paper.
We still think the Clio has one of the nicest rides in any small car, ironing out the bumps and potholes without having body roll in the corners. Sure, it's not the most engaging thing to drive, but the trunk is big, and it looks good. One thing we'd definitely change is the steering wheel with shiny plastic inserts. The one on the Megane is so much nicer.
Source: autoevolution
Rainer271
Kraftwagen König
Renault unveils 275 HP Clio RS 16 Concept to celebrate its return to F1
Renault has lifted the veil off the Clio RS 16, a celebration concept to mark the 40th anniversary of the RenaultSport division and the brand’s return to Formula 1.
So, to celebrate two significant events for the diamond brand in one, RenaultSport took the Clio RS hot hatch and fitted with its most powerful production engine inside, the 2.0-liter turbo unit from the Megane RS 275 Trophy-R, complete with a six-speed manual transmission. The project was known as the Clio RS KZ 01, as rumors have previously announced.
The engine did not come alone, as Renault also borrowed the Akrapovic twin exhaust system from the same model. The front braking system was also adopted from the Megane RS 275 Trophy-R, as well as the front axle with the independent pivot arm. The rear axle came from the Clio R3T Rally Car.
The project vehicle was painted in the livery of the RS 16 F1 car, while the body was widened by 60 mm (2,3 inches), and optimized with sportier stance.
RenaultSport engineers have also altered the suspension of the Clio RS to adjust it to the new engine’s weight and capabilities. The modification process did not end here, as the vehicle received 19-inch wheels, as well as an enhanced cooling system. The front bumper received a set of LED lights instead of the fog lamps, and they show a chequered pattern.
Meanwhile, other elements of the body were painted in gloss black to provide a nice contrast to the livery of the Renault Sport Formula One Team’s RS 16 F1 single-seater car. RenaultSport designed and built this vehicle in record time, as all the modifications seen in the photo gallery and described above were performed in just five months.
Renault has not announced any production plans for this model in the form you see it today. However, the French company has arranged for it to be driven on the streets of Monaco, ahead of the 2016 Formula 1 Grand Prix. The concept will also make an official appearance at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Read more: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/renault-unveils-275-hp-clio-rs-16-concept-to-celebrate-its-return-to-f1-107894.html#ixzz49rWVSgzk
Renault has lifted the veil off the Clio RS 16, a celebration concept to mark the 40th anniversary of the RenaultSport division and the brand’s return to Formula 1.
So, to celebrate two significant events for the diamond brand in one, RenaultSport took the Clio RS hot hatch and fitted with its most powerful production engine inside, the 2.0-liter turbo unit from the Megane RS 275 Trophy-R, complete with a six-speed manual transmission. The project was known as the Clio RS KZ 01, as rumors have previously announced.
The engine did not come alone, as Renault also borrowed the Akrapovic twin exhaust system from the same model. The front braking system was also adopted from the Megane RS 275 Trophy-R, as well as the front axle with the independent pivot arm. The rear axle came from the Clio R3T Rally Car.
The project vehicle was painted in the livery of the RS 16 F1 car, while the body was widened by 60 mm (2,3 inches), and optimized with sportier stance.
RenaultSport engineers have also altered the suspension of the Clio RS to adjust it to the new engine’s weight and capabilities. The modification process did not end here, as the vehicle received 19-inch wheels, as well as an enhanced cooling system. The front bumper received a set of LED lights instead of the fog lamps, and they show a chequered pattern.
Meanwhile, other elements of the body were painted in gloss black to provide a nice contrast to the livery of the Renault Sport Formula One Team’s RS 16 F1 single-seater car. RenaultSport designed and built this vehicle in record time, as all the modifications seen in the photo gallery and described above were performed in just five months.
Renault has not announced any production plans for this model in the form you see it today. However, the French company has arranged for it to be driven on the streets of Monaco, ahead of the 2016 Formula 1 Grand Prix. The concept will also make an official appearance at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Read more: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/renault-unveils-275-hp-clio-rs-16-concept-to-celebrate-its-return-to-f1-107894.html#ixzz49rWVSgzk
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brothers Louis, Marcel, and Fernand Renault. Headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, near Paris,
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