Fluence 2009 2013 2.0 E4 Review
Mahindra & Mahindra in collaboration with French Auto Maker, Renault India launched Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is a D segment luxury sedan car that can seat five members in real comfort. It is built to take one’s breath away when look at it. Chic shaped and as well as fluently designed, Renault Fluence Petrol E4 speaks a lot on its overall features. Not just its exteriors, but the interiors are well appealing as well. Renault Fluence E4 Petrol offers the best of technology. It aimed at executive class in India. It comes with Spark ignition, multipoint, and 2.0-litre, 135.1bhp Petrol Engine which can dispel 1997cc and can generate a maximum power of 135.1bhp at 6000rpm. It is of 4 Cylinders and has a torque of 190Nm@3700rpm with Fuel Supply System of multipoint injection. Renault Fluence Petrol E4 has fuel mileage of 10.2kmpl in city and 13.4kmph on highway. It speeds from 0kmph-100 kmph speed in 14 sec and its top speed is 185 kmph. It has Fuel Tank Capacity of 67litres. It contributes less pollution to environment by following Emission Norm Compliance of BS IV. The Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is coupled to with 2WD Manual Type transmission with Advanced CVT II transmission including 6 speed automatic gears. It is very efficient in terms of suspension, brakes and the steering. This sedan comes fitted with advanced suspension system is with Double Acting Shock Absorbers , in which front suspension is a MacPherson type with coil spring, stabilizer bar and double acting shock absorber and rear one comes fitted with a trailing arm type with coil spring and double acting shock absorber. Apart from this, Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is also fitted with ventilated discs brakes at front and Disc Brake at rear. Exterior and interior design of the car are the most beautiful running on Indian roads. The Renault Fluence Petrol E4 has a dynamic and sober front view which carries a sleek upper grille added with the company emblem.
Exteriors
The Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is graded as mid-size sedan with finest appearance. The sedan has pleasing shaped nose that consists of adjustable headlamps and aggressive grille. The positioning of lamps in this sedan is quite impressive. There is adequate space for license plate between small upper grille and lower grille. The company logo is positioned at the tip of the nose. It comes with 4 decent color shades, Glacier White, Pearl Black, Ash Beige and Blue Ecume. Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is equipped with body color and silver finish door handles. The roof of the car is arch shaped that shows its dynamic image. This sedan can easily visualize in foggy weather with its Fog Lights at Front and at Rear. This dynamic sedan comes with Tinted Glass and power Antenna. Other features consist of Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, Rain Sensing Wiper and Rear Window Defogger. Exterior of this car is enhanced by Rear Spoiler and Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators. This mid-size sedan can accommodate five passengers at a time. The overall measurements of the sedan contains: Length: 4618 mm, Width: 1813 mm and Height: 1488 mm. Moreover, the wheel base of the car is 2703mm and ground clearance of 170mm. It has sensible Tubeless Radials Tyres of size 205/60 R16 on 16inces Alloy Wheel of size of 6.5 X J16 are there to make right support to this sedan.
Interiors
The best thing in the Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is the interiors which have an array eye catching features to make romance with any car lover. The cabin of the car is packed with leather seats andLeather covered Steering Wheel of power steering having tilt and telescopic features. The electric powered steering wheel comes in four spokes along with mountedcontrols. Sufficient storage space is given at the dashboard and the cabin; it has illuminated glove box and front arm rest with storage box & cup holder.This sedan is fitted with Air Conditioner and Heater whereas, rear AC Vents work with perfection. Other features include Tachometer, Electronic Multi-Tripmeter, Digital Clock, Cigarette Lighter and Digital Odometer.
Engine and Performance
Renault Fluence Petrol E4 comes with Spark ignition, multipoint, and 2.0-litre, 135.1bhp Petrol Engine which can dispel 1997cc and can generate a maximum power of 135.1bhp at 6000rpm. It is of 4 Cylinders and has a torque of 190Nm@3700rpm with Fuel Supply System of multipoint injection. Renault Fluence Petrol E4 has fuel mileage of 10.2kmpl in city and 13.4kmph on highway. It speeds from 0kmph-100 kmph speed in 14 sec and its top speed is 185 kmph. It has Fuel Tank Capacity of 67litres. It contributes less pollution to environment by following Emission Norm Compliance of BS IV. The Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is coupled to with 2WD Manual Type transmission with Advanced CVT II transmission including 6 speed automatic gears .
Braking and Handling
This sedan Renault Fluence Petrol E4 is equipped with famous MacPherson type with coil spring, stabilizer bar and double acting shock absorber front suspension system and the rear suspension system is a Trailing arm type with coil spring and double acting shock absorber. The wheels are fitted withlarge disc brakes for enhanced handling and safety which are ventilated discs brakes at front and Disc Brake at rear . The suspension does solve double purposes; smooth riding and second is supporting to its structure.
Safety Features
The Renault Fluence petrol E4 is assembled with best safety features. Name it and it has all. Major features ensuring safety include Anti-Lock Braking System with Brake Assist for much better safety on board; it also comes with all chest level Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag and Side Airbag-Front. Moreover, all the adjustable seats of the sedan are with seatbelts and head rests and these too with Seat Belt Warning for advanced security and safety. Presence of disc brakes, central locking, Side Impact Beams and Front Impact Beams enhances the safety of passengers. Clear view is important while driving and therefore this sedan comes with Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Passenger Side Rear View Mirror and Halogen Headlamps. Along with Engine Immobilizer a rare kind of safety feature is installed is Crash Sensor . While other features include are Power Door Locks, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Theft Alarm, Door Ajar Warning and Traction Control. Keyless Entry, Vehicle Stability Control System, Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank and Engine Check Warning are its other important safety features.
Comfort features
The Renault Fluence petrol E4 ensures ample space for leg, shoulder, head, and hip room. Well after accommodating five passengers, there is still more space left to feel more comfortable. While handling with comfort Power Steering, Power Windows-Front and Power Windows-Rear are there to ensure comfort. Controlling climate and air is yet rare option in car which Renault Fluence petrol E4 is equipped with Automatic Climate Control and Air Quality Control. Other features include Remote Trunk Opener with Remote Fuel Lid Opener, Low Fuel Warning Light and Accessory Power Outlet. There is Trunk Light that helps to locate at dark and Vanity Mirror. Their comfortable seat has Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest and Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts. Well, other remaining features are Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts and Cup Holders-Front.
Pros
Unmatched and advanced comfort and safety features, Good room and better fuel mileage.
Cons
Very simple appearance
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