New Renault will in Fluence buyers

Car designers around the world are fighting to impress demanding buyers. The Germans want to outdo each other while the French and Americans are fighting to reach the top of the pile.

To this end, Renault has just announced upgrades to the Fluence range, a mid-sized saloon.

Included is a new, more affordable derivative, which is priced at R189900.

The exterior design of the Renault Fluence freely embraces the laws of aerodynamics, melding purity and poise with dynamics and smoothness, according to Renault.

There is a balanced combination of ride comfort and outstanding road-holding.

According to the French car maker, its designers have taken a simple silhouette and turned it into a statement.

Even from afar, it is easy to guess how roomy a Renault Fluence is - its smooth, modern, stylish silhouette does nothing to hide this.

Technology in the Renault Fluence is multifaceted.

Take the Renault Keycard, which can be used to start the vehicle simply by carrying the card with you.

Or the Bluetooth hands-free kit and MP3 audio system, enabling you to make phone calls safely and listen to your music with complete freedom.

Fluence combines sobriety and performance, says the company.

Comfort is vital, regardless of the distance driven.

This is why Renault Fluence has focused on a comfortable drive and a full range of equipment designed to make any journey a pleasure.

Exceptional sound quality is at your fingertips with a 60W RadioSat Classic system, which includes fingertip remote control and a MP3 compatible CD player.

The Dynamique and Privilège models include tailored temperature control with regulated dual-zone air-conditioning for a perfect atmosphere.

What's more, with adjustable airvents in the back, passengers also enjoy the benefit of the air-conditioning, wherever they're seated.

The new entry Authentique model features light grey upholstery, air-conditioning, Renault keycard, electric windows, Radio/CD/MP3 with steering wheel controls and six airbags. Prices are:

Fluence Authentique: R189900Fluence Expression 1.6: R204 900, Fluence Dynamique 1.6: R224900, Fluence Privilège 2.0: R249900