Renault sales zoom 52% in UAE

Renault Middle East sales jumped more than a quarter in the Gulf and 52 per cent in the UAE in 2012 with five brands driving sales, said a senior official.

“In 2012, Renault Middle East sales increased 27 per cent in GCC, selling over 12,000 units comprising of the five pillar models: Logan, Duster, Fluence , Koleos and Safrane. Thanks to this performance, we secured close to one per cent of market share and ranked 4th among European brands in the GCC, and was the number one European brand in Saudi Arabia and Oman,” said Peyman Kargar, Managing Director of Renault Middle East.

The auto major even fared better in the UAE where its sales zoomed over 50 per cent in 2012.

“In the UAE, Renault posted a 52 per cent growth compared to 2011 and secured the second rank among European car brands,” Kargar said.

The European major will launch six more models this year.

“In 2013, we have already launched in March the Renault Fluence Ph 2, and we will launch 6 other models over the year. The Renault Duster, our SUV launched in 2012 is continuing to be a real bestseller. After 8 months since its launch, Duster is already among the Top 10 in the SUV-S segment, and is on its way to taking the Number 4 spot soon,” Kargar said.

He said Renault Middle East offers a wide range of 10 models matching the requirements of fleet and retail customers.

“Based on our principle of making Renault a brand for everyone, today there's a Renault available for every day, for every need and for every budget. Renault owns 43.4 per cent of Nissan and 80.1 per cent of Renault Samsung Motors, which allows Renault to combine its French technology, developed in Paris, and partner-strengths in terms of product technology (Nissan) and Production facilities (Korea with RSM), in some of its models.”

He aid In order to support growth in 2013, Renault Middle East will soon open a showroom in partnership with Arabian Automobiles in Sharjah.

Earlier this month, Renault awarded Arabian Automobiles Company, its exclusive dealer in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, as the “Dealer of the Year 2012”.

Kargar said: “Our dealers are our front line; they embody Renault in the customer’s eyes. Thanks to their performance, Renault achieved in 2012 a new sales record outside Europe in general and in the Middle East region in particular. In 2012, Renault volumes in the consolidated scope of countries of Renault Middle East have grown by 10 per cent to reach 116,952 units for a total market share in the region of 4.4 per cent versus 3.5 per cent in 2011.”

Fluence

Revealed at the 2012 Istanbul Motor Show, New Renault Fluence is a sedan positioned between the compact family vehicle segment and upper-mid range segment. This model now features Renault’s new styling identity and incorporates LED daytime running lights which contribute to its dynamic, modern look.

Renault Fluence, its smooth silhouette hides a spacious interior, an elegant finish and a wide range of equipment. An outstanding drive.

With a boot capacity of 530 litres and a wide wheelbase, it is practical, comfortable and built for all uses.

Renault Fluence is a vehicle with strong international potential. It is currently built at the plants in Busan (South Korea), Bursa (Turkey), Moscow (Russia) and Cordoba (Argentina) as well as at the Renault-Nissan Alliance plant in Chennai (India). Note that front end may differ depending on the market and production site.

Comfort is vital, regardless of distance. That is why Fluence offers a comfortable drive and a full range of equipment designed to make any journey a pleasure for you and your passengers. Exceptional sound quality with the Bose® and Arkamys audio system, tailored temperature control with regulated dual-zone air conditioning.

Technology in the Renault Fluence is multi-faceted. Take the Renault Hands-Free Card which can be used to lock, unlock and start the vehicle simply by carrying the card with you. Or the Bluetooth handsfree kit and MP3 audio system, enabling you to make phone calls safely and listen to music with complete freedom. Last but not least, Fluence combines sobriety and performance.

The atmosphere on board is perfect.

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