Renault R-space new car design concept

NEW CONCEPT CAR: R-SPACE
R-Space, was inaugurated in 2011 Geneva Motor show, is the third concept car will be completed under the direction of Laurens van den Acker. This is a "family" stage in the company's new strategy of life cycle design. With a good sporty silhouette

A fun and sporty car for the family

Third stage strategy Laurens van den Acker's Design, R-Space is a simple family car, sensual and friendly. It also pulled back to the sensuality of the first concept car of the life cycle, DeZir.



It's a family car that has double doors, blocked by the central pillar, giving clear access to the spectacular interior designed to trigger strong emotions from first glance, and a sense of space and openness.



The theme is that family, it is a picture of a family breakfast Sunday that gave inspiration for the colors R-Space and materials. Softness and warmth moments together find their expression in a warm tone and "sweet".

Profile taper of the side windows emphasize a dynamic profile, while the panoramic glass roof and large front - the thickness of which gradually changed - change the passenger compartment pupate comfortable shade. Nose R-Space adjust the new visual identity (based on candy, large vertical Renault-oriented), has been used in DeZir and capture.



In terms of interior design, family resemblance to the concept car in front of DeZir clearly visible in the form of dashboards and seats. The driver enjoys such cockpit environment, with part of the dashboard looks a special float dedicated to driving functions. The movement suggested by interlinking the front seat backrests are returned to the idea of ​​a couple in love.



The back of the vehicle rotates around the children. With flexible playing space and unlimited versatility, was formed by 27 cube, powered by miniature motors. Four settings can be programmed, from all-flat surface, for the booster seat, table or random configuration (only if vehicle parked) to play the kids. Cube in R-Space cabin is very much in evidence - to the extent even form a cover for casing floor and doors.

 R-Space is supported by the Energy Concept TCE engine. Packed with advanced features, this preview of direct injection gasoline engines new range of modular TCE engine that Renault will launch into the market in 2012.



With a capacity of 900cc, the concept of three-cylinder-engine is a product of Renault-Nissan Alliance. Mated to double clutch automatic gearbox EDC, it provides performance 1.6-liter engine, with peak power and 160Nm of torque 110hp/80kW.



Energy TCE engine concept offers technologies like direct fuel injection, radio frequency spark plugs, an Exhaust Gas Recirculation Improve the system, toll-Stop & Start system - and even a variable-displacement oil pump.
Its CO2 emission reduction has been saved to 95g/km course, equivalent to fuel consumption of only 3.7 litres/100km, without sacrificing performance.

R-Space is also equipped with a Visio-System, front-facing camera to send information about the vehicle environment (traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, etc.), with the function "² DRIVINGECO" which shows the best way to move the economy in every situation. At the end of the journey, "DRIVINGECO ² Score" performance level drivers eco-driving function, specify various parameters such as use of brakes and engine braking.



Side of the fun of the performance of a repair's eco-driving is something that also can be shared in real time with passengers: the kids in the video game behind the play on the seat display automatically receive bonus points if the driver reaches an eco very good-scoring part of the journey.


Source : renault.com