While Renault is rather famous in the Continent for making funky hatchbacks and chic sedans, its image in India leaves something to be desired.
Armed with an entire portfolio of only one car, the Logan, which unfortunately has earned more of cab image rather than a entry-level family saloon. Blame it on the econo-box styling that comes from the French car maker's Romanian sister concern, Dacia, which specializes in practical, no-nonsense cars. Renault plans to change all that by launching the Fluence, an all-new mid-size sedan that will introduce India to proper French styling and design flair. The Fluence is expected to be launched by late 2010 and at an estimated pricing of Rs. 10 to 12 lakhs, will take on highly capable mid-size contenders such as the Honda Civic, the Toyota Corolla as well as the newly launched Chevrolet Cruze.
The Renault Fluence is based on the well established Renault-Nissan C platform and has been developed in collaboration with Samsung. But the design language is very French with its swoopy profile similar to the Laguna, swept back headlights and hood creases. Overall, the car is extremely attractive and looks very different from the sort of cars we've seen in India in that segment. The interiors too are equally subtle and classy. But looks apart, the C platform chassis is renowned for impressive ride quality and handling
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