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Price |
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Production |
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Engine |
3
liter 24V 6-cylinder diesel |
Weight |
4299
lbs |
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Aspiration |
turbocharged |
Torque |
406
lb-ft |
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HP |
250
hp |
HP/Weight |
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HP/Liter |
83.3
hp per liter |
1/4 mile |
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0-62 mph |
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Top Speed |
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(from Renault Press
Release) At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Renault is
presenting its new Egeus concept car, a resolutely upmarket 4WD SUV
with the seductive elegance and luxurious, comfortable interior of a
saloon. Thanks to its SUV size, Egeus offers a spacious interior
while its exterior promises solidity and a dynamic personality. The
longer bonnet highlights a soft, flowing design worthy of an
upper-segment coupé.
The elegance of a saloon, the
dynamic personality of a coupé
Egeus is the perfect
combination of elegance and sportiness, power and solidity. Its
design is a natural continuation of the previous concept cars Wind
and Fluence and carries echoes of a top-of-the-range saloon. Its
flowing, homogenous lines have nothing of the angular styling
usually associated with an SUV.
The front end is
deliberately pared-down. By incorporating the air inlets under the
headlamps, Egeus has no need for a grille, too brash for such a pure
design. The play of light on the double curve of the sides
furtheraccentuates its flowing form. This suppleness is evident in
the way the bonnet flows into the rounded windscreen, which, in
turn, blends seamlessly into the bubble-shaped glazed roof. The
bubble shape of the rear window forms a continuous, flowing line
with the windscreen in a streamlined shape worthy of any coupé. The
rear window rests on broad wings that sit the car squarely on the
road.
With its longer bonnet,
shorter front and rear overhang, and rounded rear wings, Egeus has a
dynamic, powerful character. Its 22-inch wheels combine with higher
ground clearance than that of a classic saloon to give this concept
car its solid stance. Inside, the seat height is designed for
greater visibility while reinforcing passengers' sensation of
comfort and safety.
Upmarket, functional and
innovative
Egeus features four
independent seats with all the comfort of a luxury car. Noble
materials and a subtle blend of colours and textures distinguish the
spacious interior. The relaxed, elegant atmosphere adds to the
feeling of serenity inside the cabin.
The “Cythère Blue”
bodywork, the “manta ray” dashboard and the blue-tinted hues of the
cabin evoke an underwater world. The leather upholstery in woven
beige tones, inspired by a pixelated image of a
setting sun, creates a warm atmosphere. The centre console,
upholstered in blue-tinted leather, echoes Egeus' undulating sides.
It incorporates three generous stowage compartments in addition to
the two front-door bins.
The cabin is warm and
welcoming thanks to the glazed roof and a central strip with two
transparent sections. The side door handles are flush-fitting so as
not to detract from the streamlined sides. An optical sensor detects
an approaching hand and pushes the handle out a few centimetres,
making it easy to grasp.
The GPS navigation
system calculates the recommended speed which is then shown in the
centre of
the speedometer dial, with its analogue and digital displays. LED
diodes around the dial flash to alert
drivers if they go over this speed. In off-road mode, an indicator
on the instrument panel is automatically activated to show the car's
attitude to the horizontal and alert the driver if there is any risk
of roll-over.
At the top of the dashboard, a centrally-positioned interactive
screen relays information to passengers, in particular a detailed
trajectory map. The intuitive controls are true to the
principles of Touch Design. The central rotary speed selector
benefits from simple ergonomic styling. The ideally located
multimedia control lever makes for easy handling while the steering
wheel-mounted controls mirror the natural curve of the hand.
Driving pleasure, power and
control
The 250hp 3.0-litre V6
diesel engine, mounted north-south, gives Egeus both power and
agility. Euro 4 compliant, it is fitted with a particulate filter.
The fully-automatic 4WD transmission regulates traction on the four
wheels from 0 to 100% according to grip. This, combined with a
seven-speed flick-shift automatic transmission, ensures a high level
of driving comfort while substantially reducing fuel consumption and
CO2 emissions.
Egeus is fitted with Michelin Eden Weiss tyres. Striking a perfect
balance between sensitivity and
performance, these tyres are ideally adapted to Egeus’ dual
function: the adaptability of a roadgoing vehicle that can also
handle off-road conditions. The front and back tyres are mounted
differently.
These tyres are designed to better withstand friction and in doing
so reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The compact, closed
tread minimizes deformation and therefore energy loss. The long,
shallow grooves help reduce road noise while ensuring a firm grip in
off-road conditions. The centre of the front tyres' tread, with a
less open tread pattern and water-holding capacity, is designed to
transmit power to the ground and provide good grip on wet roads. The
rear tyres have rigid shoulders for optimal handling during
cornering. Thanks to the PAX System, Egeus doesn’t need a spare
wheel.
Egeus’ boomerang-shaped headlamp function as running lights and
indicators, thanks to LED diodes in two different colours. This
optical system, developed in partnership with Valeo, matches
efficiency with an innovative and compact design. All light comes
from high-performance diodes and, as on Fluence, the amount and
direction is adjusted according to the steering angle. On twisty
roads, an electronic function automatically directs the beam.
