| Renault Fluence | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Renault |
| Model code | X38 |
| Also called | Renault Samsung SM3 (South Korea) |
| Production | 2009–2015 (Europe) 2009–2020 2010–2019 (Argentina) 2011–2017 (India) 2011-2017 (Brazil) |
| Assembly | Argentina:Santa Isabel (Renault Argentina) India:Chennai (Renault Nissan India, until 2017) Malaysia:Kuala Lumpur (TCMA) Russia:Moscow (Renault Russia) South Korea:Busan (Renault Samsung) Turkey:Bursa (Oyak-Renault) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car |
| Body style | 4-doorsaloon |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Renault–Nissan C platform |
| Related | Renault Mégane III |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L & 1.6 LI4dCi diesel 1.6 LI4 2.0 LI4 2.0 L turbo (GT) |
| Transmission | 5-speedmanual 6-speedmanual 4-speedautomatic 6-speed EDCDCT CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,702 mm (106.4 in) |
| Length | 4,618 mm (181.8 in) |
| Width | 1,809 mm (71.2 in) |
| Height | 1,478 mm (58.2 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,225–1,277 kg (2,701–2,815 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Renault Mégane II (saloon) |
| Successor | Renault Mégane IV (saloon; in European markets) |
TheRenault Fluence is acompactsedan produced by the French automakerRenault. The car was produced until 2016 at theOyak-Renault plant inBursa, Turkey. It was produced until the end of 2018 inSanta Isabel, Argentina, for the Latin American market.[1]
On 12 July 2016, Renault unveiled the successor to the Fluence, initially for the market of Europe, theMégane Sedan IV.
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Revealed in August 2009,[2] the Fluence is based on theRenault/Nissan C platform, but it is sized between the compact family saloon C segment, and the upper medium segment.[3][4]
The Mégane range featured a "three box"notchback sedan variant until the end of 2008, but this was never a big seller and when, at the end of that year, theMégane III was introduced, there was no notchback version available.
The gap in the range left by the removal of the saloon model from theFranco-Spanish assembled Mégane range was filled by the Fluence in markets such as France, Italy, Belgium, Ireland and - from August 2010, Germany.
The Renault Fluence is also badged asRenault Samsung SM3. The Renault Samsung car was first presented at theSeoul Motor Show in April 2009, and the rebadged Renault Fluence went on sale in November 2009. The model has first been offered with two petrol engines: a 1.6 litre 110 hp (82 kW) and a two-litre 140 hp (104 kW) that can get an optional CVT.
The diesel variant is equipped with a 1.5 litre dCi engine, offered in 85 hp (63 kW), 90 hp (67 kW), 105 hp (78 kW) and 110 hp (82 kW) versions, fitted withDiesel particulate filter, and the 110 hp (82 kW) version can be fitted with Renault's newdual clutch transmission, called EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch).[5]
ARenault Sport version has been offered in Argentina and Brazil, named Fluence GT, using a 2.0 litre 180 hp (134 kW) engine named Renault TCe 180 mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Curb weight for the 1.5 litre dCi starts from 1,145 kg (2,524 lb) & gasoline engines 1.6 litre, 2 litre starts from 1,056 and 1,080 kg (2,328 and 2,381 lb).[citation needed]
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As of 2012, the Renault Fluence was facelifted, unveiled during the Istanbul Motor Show; with the new Renault corporate grille, standard projector style headlights and a few minor changes. In 2015, the facelifted model was advertised with a new light cluster at the rear, including LED brake lights.[6]
The Renault Fluence went on sale in the GCC countries such as the United Arab Emirates as a 2011 model. Imported from Korea, there are two engines available, the 1.6 litre with a manual or CVT, and a 2.0 litre with a CVT.[7]Some countries of the region such asAlgeria andIsrael are importing the model from Turkey.
Renault–Nissan group put the HR16DE engine in the Fluence imported to Egypt with the facelift starting from the 2nd half of 2013 till the final production year 2017, which produces 114 PS (112 hp; 84 kW) connected to a CVT gearbox, the same drive train in Nissan Sentra for the same period.
From 2009, Renault offers a Korea-sourced Fluence in China.
In Mexico and Chile, Renault sells the Korea-sourced Fluence. Its three trim levels use a 2.0 L engine with an option of a manual six speed gearbox or automatic CVT transmission.
In Argentina and Brazil, Renault is selling a locally produced model. Manufactured in Santa Isabel (Argentina), its design is close to the European Fluence.
The Fluence in its most basic Latin American market configuration received 4 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for infants fromLatin NCAP 1.0 in 2012.[8]
| Test | Points | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Adult occupant: | 11.97/17.0 |   |
| Child occupant: | 20.92/49.00 | |
The Fluence is assembled in Malaysia by TC Euro Car. It is equipped with a 2.0-litre engine and the automatic CVT transmission.
| Renault Fluence Z.E. | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Renault Samsung SM3 Z.E. |
| Production | 2011–2013 (Turkey) 2013–2020 (South Korea) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-doorsaloon |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Synchronous motor 226 N·m (167 lb·ft) |
| Battery | 22 kWhlithium-ion battery |
Renault revealed anelectric version of the Fluence at the2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.This is one of the vehicles in theRenault Z.E. program of electric vehicles. At the same show, the Israeli companyBetter Place announced the Renault Fluence Z.E. would be the first electric car with a switchable battery available on the network of battery swapcharging stations that it is developing in Israel.[10]
TheFluence Z.E is outfitted with a 22kWhlithium-ion battery which allows a totalall-electric range of 160 km (99 mi), with speeds up to 135 km/h (84 mph).[11] Sales of the Fluence Z.E. are scheduled for 2011 inIsrael,Denmark and the rest of Europe,[11] and for 2012 in the rest of the world such asAsia.
At the end of 2013, Renault announced that the Fluence Z.E. ceased to be manufactured in Turkey.[12] It is produced with theRenault Samsung badge for the Asia and Pacific region only.
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In November 2012, Renault presented a new version of the Fluence in partnership with engineers from Renault Sport from France, as well as engineers from Brazil and Argentina.
The project focus was to offer the first Renault Sport product developed out of France to enthusiasts and customers who were looking for something more than the available mid-range sedans until that date for Brazil and Argentina markets, notably customers who were willing to have more performance without compromising final price budget.
Based on the Privilège version, with all equipment and options, the GT version received special attention to suspension (springs and dampers) and the same engine and gearbox offered in the Megane GT for Europe. The engine is commercially designated TCe180 (Turbo Control Efficiency), which refers to the 2.0F4Rt engine family tuned with 132 kW (177 hp; 179 PS) at 5500 rpm and 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) of torque at 2250 rpm.
The engine has a displacement of 1998 cc, with a bore of 82.7 mm and stroke of 93 mm. Compression ratio is 9,5:1. It features sequential multipoint fuel injection. The engine weighs approx. 164 kg (362 lb)[citation needed] and has pistons, linking rods and crankshaft reinforced, nitrile-cooled exhaust valves. The turbo is a Mitsubishi TD04-10T, wastegate twin-scroll unit to reduce lag.
The gearbox is a Pk4 17, six speed manual, three shaft synchronized, hydraulic actuated unit that weighs 54 kg (119 lb).[citation needed] The interior received a digital speedometer, leather sport seats and aluminium pedals.
It was produced from November 2012 until July 2014 in the project of Phase 1. Later, there was a project Phase 2 designated Fluence GT2, but it was only offered in Argentina.[citation needed] There are three external colours available: "Branco Glacier" (solid), "Vermelho Fogo" and "Preto Nacré" (both metallic). It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph), in eight seconds and top speed is limited to 220 km/h (137 mph).[citation needed]
| Renault Fluence Concept | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Renault |
| Designer | Patrick le Quément |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car |
| Body style | 2-doorcoupé |
| Related | Renault Laguna[citation needed] |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.5 LV6 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,600 mm (181.1 in) |
| Width | 1,890 mm (74.4 in) |
| Height | 1,390 mm (54.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
In 2004, Renault presented a2+2conceptcoupé, named Fluence and designed by then Renault chief designerPatrick le Quément, with a length similar to that of theRenault Laguna.[13] It was shown on June 4, 2004, at theLouis Vuitton Car Elegance Classic in England, and at theMondial de l'Automobile 2004.
The Fluence usesValeoLED headlights that are angled according to the steering wheel position. An ingenious aspect of the Fluence's exterior design is its V-shaped rear that gives access to the trunk in an unconventional way; an articulated piston mounted in the centre of the trunk lid slides the back up into the roof. The inside of the trunk is upholstered with "Margaux Red" cloth and has a volume of 396 dm³.
In the interior, every seat is fixed to a single rail; the arm rests on the doors are also fixed to a rail, and are enclosed to the adjustment of the seats. The dashboard is similar to that of theRenault Talisman. It has a joystick so the driver can access different functions of the vehicle and view them on a retractableLCD screen.
Several brands, includingMichelin andRecaro, were involved with the development of the Fluence. Michelin contributed tires withPAX technology (similar to Runflat),BS tooling manufactured the 22 inch[clarification needed] aerodynamic alloy wheels, andRecaro developed the seats.
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