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Renault fans with a really long memory will of course remember the French carmaker created a really special version of the Laguna Coupe called the Monaco GP. The limited edition model came with its own distinctive pearl finish and was followed by a similarly enhanced Megane Coupe.
The third and smallest Renault to put on the motorsport theme is the Clio RS Monaco GP, revealed today in Geneva by the French carmaker. Based on the small hot hatch the French launched last year, Monaco GP adds class to a spicy package. The powertrain remains the same 1.6 TCe turbo engine with 200 hp, mated to a dual-clutch "EDC" automatic gearbox with paddle shifters and launch control function. Acceleration figures also remain untouched, meaning 0 to 100 km/h takes 6.7 seconds.
What the GP package lacks in the technical department, it makes up by giving you extra kit and caboodle. Pearlescent White is the color of choice, a very deep shade with a sparkly zing to it. It's the same one used on the Laguna, but Renault has also introduced a new shade called Platinum Gray. Offered with 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels finished in black the GP allows you to go for either more style or a softer ride. Black is also used for the rear diffuser, front blade, door handles, side protective strips, rear spoiler and door mirrors.
Inside, black leather is standard and is lifted using red stitching for contrast. Also added to the Monaco GP packaging is the R.S. Monitor 2.0. This telemetry device is ideal for track use, measuring and displaying information about lap times, gear changes, boost and G-forces.
A yet unknown numbered of limited edition cars will be on sale in about 20 markets, including Japan and Australia, from the end of March 2014. We think it could be anywhere between 1,000 and 3,000.
What the GP package lacks in the technical department, it makes up by giving you extra kit and caboodle. Pearlescent White is the color of choice, a very deep shade with a sparkly zing to it. It's the same one used on the Laguna, but Renault has also introduced a new shade called Platinum Gray. Offered with 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels finished in black the GP allows you to go for either more style or a softer ride. Black is also used for the rear diffuser, front blade, door handles, side protective strips, rear spoiler and door mirrors.
Inside, black leather is standard and is lifted using red stitching for contrast. Also added to the Monaco GP packaging is the R.S. Monitor 2.0. This telemetry device is ideal for track use, measuring and displaying information about lap times, gear changes, boost and G-forces.
A yet unknown numbered of limited edition cars will be on sale in about 20 markets, including Japan and Australia, from the end of March 2014. We think it could be anywhere between 1,000 and 3,000.
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