The New Turbo-Petrol Renault Duster Shows GT-R Tech
Posted by Group1 Renault on 09 Nov 2020 under New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Duster
Turbo-Petrol Renault Duster
The Renault Duster has the most powerful petrol engine in its class but is it enough to instil confidence since replacing the old diesel powertrain? Considering the international-spec Renault Duster borrowed some technology from the beloved Nissan GT-R, what do you think?
The Renault Sandero Stepway Is Getting A Techroad Model
Posted by Group1 Renault on 08 Sep 2020 under New Car Launches, News, Renault Sandero
2020 Renault Sandero
The Renault Sandero Stepway is a firm favourite in the South African smaller crossover segment, competing with the likes of the Polo Cross. It gives you the economy and price level of a good hatch, but with the added nice of its SUV-like look and feel, a higher driving position and a bit more space. And it looks way better than the Logan on which it was based on way back in its first generation in 2007.
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The New Renault Mégane RS 300 Trophy Launched In SA
Posted by Group1 Renault on 30 Jul 2020 under New Car Launches, Renault Megane
2020 Renault Mégane RS 300 Trophy
The first generation Mégane RS Trophy was introduced in September 2005, based on the Renault Mégane II small family car. It has come a long way since then with the latest, ultra-exclusive Renault Mégane RS 300 Trophy. South African motorists have the opportunity to own one of just seven cars that have been made available.
The New Renault Koleos SUV Gets A Makeover
Posted by Group1 Renault on 14 Jul 2020 under New Car Launches, Renault, Renault Koleos
2020 Renault Koleos
The current Renault Koleos was introduced to South African motorists early last year reflecting the French automaker’s styling genesis from the 2012 Renault Clio. Now, the company has decided to up the ante with its flagship SUV by adding a few subtle touches in addition to already receiving an electronic handbrake and a powered tailgate.
New Mégane – Now Also With Plug-in Hybrid Option
Posted by Group1 Renault on 03 Mar 2020 under New Car Launches, News, Renault, Renault Megane
Renault’s Mégane To Be Offered With A Plug-In Hybrid Option
The Renault Mégane has been around since 1995 and sold more than 7 million units. The fourth generation is now either getting a major facelift or this will be a new generation of Mégane altogether. Why are we uncertain? It is a bit of still the same with a lot of brand new and a healthy dollop of wow!
Renault Triber Fills A 7-seat Gap In The Market
Posted by Group1 Renault on 20 Jan 2020 under New Car Launches, News, Renault Triber
Renault’s New 7-Seater Triber
There is a gap in the South African Renault lineup. It sits just above the super affordable and very popular Kwid, a slightly bigger, more versatile model. Full of features, but still very affordable. Enough power, but light on fuel. Enter the brand new Renault Triber.
The Kwid Climber: 5 Reasons to Book That Test Drive
Posted by Group1 Renault on 03 Jan 2020 under New Car Launches, Renault Kwid
2020 Renault Kwid
The Renault Kwid Climber has a lot in common with a braaibroodjie – it’s tasty-looking, affordable and (most importantly) everybody loves it. Even people who say they don’t, kinda do. All kidding aside, the Kwid Climber has been making major inroads in the entry-level segment since it’s South African release in the first quarter of 2018, and it’s easy to see why.
Renault Kwid – The Best-seller Just Got Better
Posted by Group1 Renault on 30 Dec 2019 under New Car Launches, Renault Kwid
Renault’s New Kwid
The bestselling Renault just got a whole lot better. The revamped Renault Kwid has just landed on our shores and it is a significant step up from the first one.
New Renault Captur Redefines Elegant Grit
Posted by Group1 Renault on 08 Dec 2019 under Blog, New Car Launches, Renault Captur
Renault’s 2019 Captur
Renault Captur fans have been biting at the bit for the 2019 model to hit showroom floors and they certainly weren’t disappointed when it did. The Captur has always been a staunch favourite with the local compact SUV crowd (in fact, over 1.2 million units have been sold globally since its launch back in 2013!) and the elegant updates that had been made to the existing design have only served to cement its popularity even further.
Renault Bakkie Could Be Based On The Mitsubishi Triton
Posted by Group1 Renault on 01 Dec 2019 under New Car Launches, Renault Alaskan
Renault’s New Triton-based Bakkie
Since Australia has rejected the Renault Alaskan, reports from Down Under suggest that a new Renault bakkie might be on the cards. In a statement from Renault Australia’s managing director, Anouk Poelmann said that the company is “not walking away” from the bakkie segment but that they were looking at “other opportunities”.
