RENAULT is upgrading its core B Sedan model in the Middle East.
The new Renault Symbol facelift aims at fulfilling even more customers and their local expectations. While the exterior design has been refreshed, the interior quality has been enhanced, and new features such as C-shaped LED DRL, 16" Black Diamond Alloy Wheels and Rearview camera have been introduced.
Speaking about New Renault Symbol, Marwan Haidamous, Managing Director at Renault Middle East, said: “New Symbol gets a stronger character while delivering an higher level of specifications,” He added “Its new design and attractive equipment package are the perfect answer to meet the demands of customers in the region.”
As the model was unveiled at the last 2016 Paris Motor Show, Renault is again breaking through the B segment with this new facelift, and asserting its popularity year after year.
The model is now displaying a new front and rear exterior design, combined with an enhanced interior quality and practicality. A range of advanced technological, comfort and safety features are also there to deliver an even higher level of satisfaction during every single journey. It will once again entice a growing majority of customers with an active lifestyle looking for an affordable yet fully-equipped B Sedan. With an elegant and robust personality, an unbeatable price-spaciousness ratio, it has all the ingredients to make it a hit with individuals and families desirous of tackling the road.
Renault has been taking a fresh look at one of its international best seller and reshaped its curves. In association with the front and rear end lighting signature which are now expressing the Brand identity, new Renault Symbol has an even more modern and dynamic design.
This lighting signature can be seen on all of Renault’s most recent models, with the characteristic C- shape on both front and back. On the front, it is clearly visible at night and day, thanks to the new LED daytime running lights, standard from PE level.
The radiator grill is made using Renault’s unique design, alongside the new bumper and fog light rims. The rear of the car has also been given the same treatment and is even more elegant, creating a new “family tie” between the brand different models.
On top of the instantly recognizable 16’’ Altica Black Diamond Alloy Wheels and the C-shape LED lights, many new elements have been added. In a nutshell, the already assertive look of the new Symbol now features: a glossy black and chrome grille, fog lamps embellishers, side moldings and strips, B-pillar with shiny black striping, a new boot door with chrome.
Status enhancing and affordable, its modern design combined with an attractive equipment package and roominess make it the perfect model. There is no doubt that the New Symbol will quickly reinforce its presence on the road.
To top it all, the new Symbol will be available in various colors to satisfy all customers preferences and desires: glacier white ; navy blue ; pearl black ; cosmos blue ; mercury ; comet grey ; flame red ; tourmaline brown ; mink brown.
A brand new range of wheels has been brought up to strengthen and assert this design: 15” Magiceo steel wheels on PE entry grade, followed by 15” Decade steel wheels on the SE level, also available with Symphonie silver alloy wheels as an option. Finally, the 16” Altica Black Diamond Alloy wheels are standard on the high-end LE grade.
Modern and ergonomic, the interior of the new Symbol is adapted to suit its occupants and includes various evolutions. This warm space boasts impeccable finishes, including a modern upholstery with leather-like edges, a redesigned central fascia and steering wheel, plus an ergonomic armrest to make users feeling good from the moment they step inside. It is even more harmonious and gratifying.
In addition, many features have been added: new air vents design and a glove box with light source, fuel flap opening from inside, a one touch turn indicator, a new boot handle, and an electric trunk lock.
A brand new interior quality level is now available with the new Renault Symbol. The dashboard and interior doors are now displaying refined touches of shiny chrome, satin chrome and film inserts. While the brand new steering wheel comes with a new wrapping material with better aspect and an exclusive soft feel cover, in black titane color and satin chrome, for all versions.
The spacious interior combines utility and pleasure with a generous seating room to comfortably accommodate 5 adults. The bootspace has a capacity of 510 litres, therefore placing the new Renault Symbol as the best-in-class choice for luggage transport in its category. And, the possibility to increase it up to 1,257 litres with the rear benchseat folded is stepping up this competitive advantage. Useful and smart new storage areas have also been added: a bigger rear cup holder, a rear 12V socket devices charge for rear passengers, a phone pocket on front passenger side seat, and a front net storage that can hold tickets or keys.
New Renault Symbol lets users enjoy their journeys in the utmost comfort: an integrated rear view camera, the new Media Nav 2.0 system, and driver's side one-touch electric window. The wide dashboard is intended to give driver and front passenger a sense of safety and protection. Redolent of quality and strength, its elegant interior is in perfect harmony with the model’s exterior lines.
A range of advanced features have been included to deliver an even higher level of satisfaction during every single journey. The driver can enjoy the one touch window and use the height adjustable seat while the front passenger airbag can be disconnected. The C-Shape LED DRL, the black side strips and Magiceo steel wheels are also present to settle the look from PE grade.
The SE level has been granted with new elements such as rear parking sensors, driver seat with integrated armrest and the 15" Decade steel wheels. The 15” Symphonie Alloy Wheels are also available as an option.
On the high-end LE level, while the reversing camera with radar lets you make manoeuvres without a single bump, the 16” Altica Black Diamond Alloy Wheels refine the exterior look.
The new Media Nav 2.0 comes with a new graphic interface, an even higher fluidity thanks to a faster processor. It is intuitive to use thanks to its 7” touch screen with customizable 2D or 3D Bird view navigation, Arabic or English GCC map is displayed, with
brightness adjustments & voice guidance. Media Nav 2.0 as a multi-media system includes radio, AUX, USB, and Bluetooth for mobile phone & audio streaming. It is also available in Hindi for general menu and voice guidance.
In addition to its exterior design refreshment and interior enhancement, a local product range has been specifically designed in order to be even more in tune with the region requirements. — SG
