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The dashboard is similar to the one of the ]. It has a joystick so the driver can access different functions of the vehicle and view them on a retractable ] screen. The dashboard is similar to the one of the ]. It has a joystick so the driver can access different functions of the vehicle and view them on a retractable ] screen.


Several brands, including ] and ], were involved with the development of the Fluence. For example, Michelin contributed tires with PAX technology (similar to Runflat), ] manufacturated the 22 in aerodynamic alloy wheels, and Recaro developed the seats. Several brands, including ] and ], were involved with the development of the Fluence. For example, Michelin contributed tires with PAX technology (similar to Runflat), ] manufactured the 22 in aerodynamic alloy wheels, and Recaro developed the seats.


In August 2009, a new mid-size sedan was revealed with the name Fluence. It is essentially a ] version of the ] (already developped as ]) and will go on sale in 2010. It will be available in Israel in electric version. In August 2009, a new mid-size sedan was revealed with the name Fluence. It is essentially a ] version of the ] (already developped as ]) and will go on sale in 2010. It will be available in Israel in electric version.

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Motor vehicle
Renault Fluence Concept
Renault Fluence
Overview
ManufacturerRenault
DesignerPatrick le Quément
Body and chassis
ClassLuxury car
Body style2-door coupé
RelatedRenault Laguna
Powertrain
Engine3.5 L V6
Transmission6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Length4,600 mm (181.1 in)
Width1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height1,390 mm (54.7 in)
Curb weight1,500 kg (3,307 lb)

The Renault Fluence is a 2+2 concept coupé designed by Renault chief designer Patrick le Quément, with a length similar to that of the Renault Laguna. It was presented on June 4, 2004 at the Louis Vuitton Car Elegance Classic in England, and at the Mondial de l'Automobile 2004.

The Fluence uses Valeo LED 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 trunklid 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 the one of the Renault Talisman. It has a joystick so the driver can access different functions of the vehicle and view them on a retractable LCD screen.

Several brands, including Michelin and Recaro, were involved with the development of the Fluence. For example, Michelin contributed tires with PAX technology (similar to Runflat), BS tooling manufactured the 22 in aerodynamic alloy wheels, and Recaro developed the seats.

In August 2009, a new mid-size sedan was revealed with the name Fluence. It is essentially a notchback version of the Mégane III (already developped as Samsung SM3) and will go on sale in 2010. It will be available in Israel in electric version.

References

  1. The Renault Fluence (german text)


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