Sunday, February 5, 2012

RENAULT TWIZY Electric Car In India

   The ultra-compact footprint of Renault Twizy (length: 2,338 millimeters / width: 1,237 millimeters / height: 1,454 millimeters) is ideally suited to city motoring.  beginning price  at 4 Lakh  in india Renault Twizy's running costs – insurance, maintenance and energy (battery lease and electricity for recharging) – are just as modest, working out at 15 percent lower than those of a three-wheeled scooter.
    Renault Twizy combines real character with a resolutely modern design that boasts sweeping lines, open bodywork, original gull wing doors and a full windscreen which extends over the top of the car to form a large glazed area, not to mention the model's original lighting signature.
   Renault Twizy's enveloping body and side deflectors combine the enjoyment of open-air motoring with protection from the elements. Additional lower door panels are available to provide even more effective shielding against wind and rain.The amount of in-car stowage space is ideally suited to the needs of owners traveling to and from work, or for light shopping.
    A 31-litre lockable cubby – ideal for a briefcase or limited shopping – is readily accessible underneath the rear seat. The capacity of this locker can easily be increased to 55 litres. There are also three litres of stowage space either side of the steering wheel
2 versions available
The version of Renault Twizy which requires a driver's license is powered by a 15kW (20hp) motor, while the version that doesn't require a license (depending on country) comes with a 4kW (5hp) motor. The 7kWh lithium-ion battery is located underneath the front seat. Renault Twizy's carefully honed weight – 450kg, including batteries (100kg) – is directly beneficial to its range which stands at 100km (combined cycle)
Its battery is also particularly easy to charge thanks to an extendable spiral cable stored beneath a flap at the front of the vehicle.

Thanks to an integrated charger, this cable is also compatible with roadside battery charging facilities. An adapter permits this cable to be plugged into any 220V 10A household electrical supply. The battery fully charges in three-and-a-half hours.
 Renault India is planning to make
Renault India is planning to make a foray in to the low cost car market in India by launching a small car that will be priced under Rs.4 lakhs. Mark Nassif who is heading Renault India has confirmed the French carmaker's plans.
Meanwhile Mr Nassif has stated his company was aiming to sell one lakh cars in India. However, he also added this target could be achieved only after Renault had at least five models along with 100 showrooms in India. This could happen either in 2013 or in 2014. The low cost car will have to make a major contribution for Renault India to achieve its sales target


 

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