Zahid launches new lifestyle Renault sedan in Saudi Arabia

Boasting a V6 engine and a host of comforts and refinements, the new offering promises to be every owners 'stress-free space'. New sedan, promises to be stress-free car and beginning of new Renault Era!!

The new sedan will be available at all Zahid Renault showrooms from end of August 2008 Though the model's name is not disclosed some details of its specification have been released together with a list of luxuries aimed at promoting 'stress-free space' and relaxation for driver and passengers.

Under the hood of this new Renault sedan is the acclaimed VQ engine - a 2.3 liter V6 that delivers a smooth 170HP at 6,000 rpm. The configuration is a development of the alliance between Renault and Nissan and offers a compact, yet powerful, cylinder arrangement.

Zahid and Renault will unveil the model before starting of Holy Month of Ramadan this year and Yousuf Khaja, Renault Franchise Manager at Zahid Tractor added:

'Driving can be stressful at the best of times without having to mention the unique travel problems and extreme summer heat particular to the Kingdom. This soon to be launched new sedan has been designed specifically to offer a relaxing and stress-free driving experience adapted to suit the needs of our customers.'

Accessing the cabin New Renault sedan is made simple through Renault's use of the latest in Smart Card technology. Employing a system which does away with the irritation of fumbling for keys, the driver simply approaches the car to unlock the doors.

Once inside the refinement continues, with the emphasis placed firmly on easy motoring. Road and engine noise are minimized through extremely effective acoustic dampening that insulates the traveler from wearying decibel discomfort.

Air conditioning has been made a priority, with ventilation ducts positioned to promote optimum temperature maintenance both at the front and rear cabins. The automatic climate control also has independent settings for driver and passenger sides.

In-car ambience is further enhanced by the steering wheel fingertip-controlled audio entertainment system. Indeed, the theme of ease-of-use and of ergonomic simplicity can be found throughout. The Driver Memory Seat automatically adjusts the driver's seating position and the front windshield wiper with rain sensor activates to keep the screen clear during the rare regional downpour.

Safety equipment includes ABS braking with electronic brake distribution (EBD), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), adaptive front airbags, along with side and curtain airbags. Safety belt pretensioners with load limiters also feature, as do active protection headrests.

More information about the car along with detailed specification will follow closer to its launch.

As with other Renault models, New Renault Sedan will be coming by 3 year and 100,000 Kilometer warranty.