Renault unveiled the new concept desirable, a concept that shows the new direction chosen by the French.

Renault desirable concept will officially debut at the Geneva Motor Show this autumn. Design chief, Laurens van den Acker said that this symbolizes the bold new direction chosen by Renault for the new models.

The new concept is less desirable shorter than the new Renault Megane has a length of 4.2 meters and has a ground clearance of 10 cm lower than the Audi R8. The propulsion system consists of a centrally located electric motor. It is powered by a Li-ion battery system.
Developed by the electric motor power is 148 hp, but due to reduced mass only 830 kg, acceleration from 0-100 km / h takes just 5 seconds. The concept is also equipped with a regenerative braking energy through. Autonomy is 150 km, but can be loaded up to 80% of total capacity in just 20 minutes.

Renault said front hope to design new models. The new Clio would be the first to benefit from such a futuristic design. Platform used for the new concept is the model Renault Megane Trophy. It is rumored that Renault could revive Alpine models.

source: masini.ro