KUMAR ANSHUMAN

Renault launches Scala - By Kumar Anshuman Mon Oct 15 08:01:01 GMT 2012 Renault India has announced the launch five new vehicles in the next 18 months—the new Scala is fifth in the lineup. Scala comes after Renault’s serial launch of four vehicles—the premium saloon car Fluence, luxury SUV Koleos, premium hatchback Pulse & the SUV Duster. According to the company Renault Scala, a premium A3 segment sedan, is a logical progression for Renault India to further strengthen Renault product portfolio in the Indian car market. The car has been placed to compete with the likes of Nissan Sunny. During the launch of the Scala, Marc Nassif, MD, Renault India Pvt Ltd, commented: “With the launch of the premium sedan Scala Renault India is now present across all segments of the Indian car market with products which meet customer expectations and aspirations. This will further enhance Renault’s presence in the country. Loaded with features and powered by Renault’s new generation 1.5 dCi (K9K) engine Renault has tried to bring comfort, convenience, styling, safety and technology with smart pricing. ENGINE & TRANSMISSION The Renault Scala will be available in both variants­—petrol and diesel. For the diesel variant it will use the reliable and fuel efficient 1.5 K9K dCi diesel engine delivering a powerful performance of 86PS@3750rpm as maximum power with a peak torque of 200Nm@2000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission with a fuel efficiency of 21.64kmpl. The powerful petrol variant uses the 1.5 XH2 engine with a displacement of 1.5 litre. It produces a maximum power of 99PS@6000rpm with a peak torque 134Nm@4000rpm. The petrol engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission with a fuel efficiency of 16.95kmpl. FEATURES & EQUIPMENT Scala comes with features like premium leather upholstery, steering mounted audio controls, automatic climate control, follow me headlamps,  multifunctional smart key, electrically adjustable and foldable outside rearview mirrors (ORVM). The exterior of the car has an elegant design—chrome radiator grill, smoke-styled headlamps, dual tone rear bumper, chrome finish door handles, rear chrome garnish and 15 inch sporty alloy wheels. The traveling comfort is further enhanced by the separate rear comfort blowers. The armrest at the rear seat provides an added comfort with wide and stylish seats. The Renault Scala is loaded with safety features like dual airbags for the driver, and the passenger, ABS with EBD and brake assist, anti-pinch power window and speed sensing auto door lock. Renault Scala will be available at a price ranging from Rs 6.99 lakh to Rs 9.57 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Renault Scala will be manufactured at the Renault manufacturing facility in Oragadam, Chennai, and will be available at all Renault dealerships across the country in five exciting colors—Pearl White, Metallic Silver, Metallic Red, Metallic Blue and Solid Black.