Renault Fluence Diesel 1.5T dCi Privilege (A) Facelift Review
04 Sep 2015|31,686 views
Privileges can come in many forms, depending on how you view it, what point in life you are at and even the socio-economic factors that surround you.
Young adults may view privileges in the form of being able to hold a dream job, while the higher fliers in our society enjoy privileges like travelling first class for a business trip to Paris.
To car buyers in Singapore, a high Carbon Emission Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) rebate of $10,000 (as of 1st July 2015) is certainly a privilege and is what you can expect with the facelifted 2015 Renault Fluence Diesel 1.5T dCi Privilege.
The update presents a chic new design which compliments the hint of French fashion that the Fluence retains
Up close and Personal
Revisions to the Fluence's styling are subtle but meticulous. The majority of the design tweaks happen up front. Eye-catchingly, the larger Renault logo is now set against a glossy black grille and perfected with a chrome strip that extends to meet the new set of headlamps. The French automobile manufacturer has also revised the Fluence with a larger lower air intake that broadens towards the base with chrome trimmings that fence around the pair of fog lights.
No update is complete without a new set of wheels and those on the Fluence are 17-inch Akihiro sports rims that further sharpen its look. This visual blend of curves and chrome give the Fluence a striking presence that its predecessor lacked.
Young adults may view privileges in the form of being able to hold a dream job, while the higher fliers in our society enjoy privileges like travelling first class for a business trip to Paris.
To car buyers in Singapore, a high Carbon Emission Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) rebate of $10,000 (as of 1st July 2015) is certainly a privilege and is what you can expect with the facelifted 2015 Renault Fluence Diesel 1.5T dCi Privilege.
Up close and Personal
Revisions to the Fluence's styling are subtle but meticulous. The majority of the design tweaks happen up front. Eye-catchingly, the larger Renault logo is now set against a glossy black grille and perfected with a chrome strip that extends to meet the new set of headlamps. The French automobile manufacturer has also revised the Fluence with a larger lower air intake that broadens towards the base with chrome trimmings that fence around the pair of fog lights.
No update is complete without a new set of wheels and those on the Fluence are 17-inch Akihiro sports rims that further sharpen its look. This visual blend of curves and chrome give the Fluence a striking presence that its predecessor lacked.
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Not much has changed on the inside and you may find the interior vaguely similar to that in the Renault Megane Hatch Diesel. For the Privilege-specific interior trim, the seats are finished with grey stitching and white piping. This constrast stitching extends to its sports steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake to give the car a more premium pose.
For the price of a Japanese sedan, the Fluence comes equipped with a Renault R-Link multimedia system operated via a 7.0-inch coloured touchscreen, navigation, voice control, ECO Trip Report, Bluetooth connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, tyre pressure monitor, electric sunroof and walk-away auto lock.
Renault claims that the Fluence is the most spacious sedan and has the largest boot amongst its competitors. After a day in the car, we do agree that it is more spacious than even the Toyota Altis with its longer wheelbase and larger boot capacity. If you're looking for a European car without that infamous European pricing, there is some serious bang for buck in this car.
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The Drive
The Fluence's new 1.5-litre turbodiesel dCi engine, pumps out 109bhp and 240Nm of torque, which provides sufficient low to mid range power for city driving.
Mated to a new six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, the car is energetic and should shelve all concerns about the modest power output figures. Furthermore, with a fuel consumption rating of about 21km/L, there isn't much to moan about.
The Fluence's sprightly 1.5-litre turbodiesel dCi engine is shared by its Megane GT Line and Captur siblings
There is however, a flipside to this new powertrain. The drive is slightly noisy during hard acceleration but that is expected with most diesel engines. Thankfully, the ride quality is comfortable and its light steering is a blessing for city driving and parking.
The Fluence's new 1.5-litre turbodiesel dCi engine, pumps out 109bhp and 240Nm of torque, which provides sufficient low to mid range power for city driving.
Mated to a new six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, the car is energetic and should shelve all concerns about the modest power output figures. Furthermore, with a fuel consumption rating of about 21km/L, there isn't much to moan about.
There is however, a flipside to this new powertrain. The drive is slightly noisy during hard acceleration but that is expected with most diesel engines. Thankfully, the ride quality is comfortable and its light steering is a blessing for city driving and parking.
As with most cars in its segment, the Fluence has decent enough body control but isn't what you would categorise as sporty handling.
Despite being a diesel, the new powertrain is relatively smooth and makes for a good city-roaming family-hauler
Conclusion
With a price tag of only $119,999 (as of 22nd August 2015) and its plethora of features, the Fluence truly stands out amongst the sea of Category A cars that won't break the bank.
Just like the Peugeot 308, the new Renault Fluence is quickly becoming a gateway drug or car in this case, for those who are looking at crossing over into European territory.
Conclusion
With a price tag of only $119,999 (as of 22nd August 2015) and its plethora of features, the Fluence truly stands out amongst the sea of Category A cars that won't break the bank.
Just like the Peugeot 308, the new Renault Fluence is quickly becoming a gateway drug or car in this case, for those who are looking at crossing over into European territory.
Privileges can come in many forms, depending on how you view it, what point in life you are at and even the socio-economic factors that surround you.
Young adults may view privileges in the form of being able to hold a dream job, while the higher fliers in our society enjoy privileges like travelling first class for a business trip to Paris.
To car buyers in Singapore, a high Carbon Emission Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) rebate of $10,000 (as of 1st July 2015) is certainly a privilege and is what you can expect with the facelifted 2015 Renault Fluence Diesel 1.5T dCi Privilege.
Up close and Personal
Revisions to the Fluence's styling are subtle but meticulous. The majority of the design tweaks happen up front. Eye-catchingly, the larger Renault logo is now set against a glossy black grille and perfected with a chrome strip that extends to meet the new set of headlamps. The French automobile manufacturer has also revised the Fluence with a larger lower air intake that broadens towards the base with chrome trimmings that fence around the pair of fog lights.
No update is complete without a new set of wheels and those on the Fluence are 17-inch Akihiro sports rims that further sharpen its look. This visual blend of curves and chrome give the Fluence a striking presence that its predecessor lacked.
Young adults may view privileges in the form of being able to hold a dream job, while the higher fliers in our society enjoy privileges like travelling first class for a business trip to Paris.
To car buyers in Singapore, a high Carbon Emission Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) rebate of $10,000 (as of 1st July 2015) is certainly a privilege and is what you can expect with the facelifted 2015 Renault Fluence Diesel 1.5T dCi Privilege.
Up close and Personal
Revisions to the Fluence's styling are subtle but meticulous. The majority of the design tweaks happen up front. Eye-catchingly, the larger Renault logo is now set against a glossy black grille and perfected with a chrome strip that extends to meet the new set of headlamps. The French automobile manufacturer has also revised the Fluence with a larger lower air intake that broadens towards the base with chrome trimmings that fence around the pair of fog lights.
No update is complete without a new set of wheels and those on the Fluence are 17-inch Akihiro sports rims that further sharpen its look. This visual blend of curves and chrome give the Fluence a striking presence that its predecessor lacked.
Not much has changed on the inside and you may find the interior vaguely similar to that in the Renault Megane Hatch Diesel. For the Privilege-specific interior trim, the seats are finished with grey stitching and white piping. This constrast stitching extends to its sports steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake to give the car a more premium pose.
For the price of a Japanese sedan, the Fluence comes equipped with a Renault R-Link multimedia system operated via a 7.0-inch coloured touchscreen, navigation, voice control, ECO Trip Report, Bluetooth connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, tyre pressure monitor, electric sunroof and walk-away auto lock.
Renault claims that the Fluence is the most spacious sedan and has the largest boot amongst its competitors. After a day in the car, we do agree that it is more spacious than even the Toyota Altis with its longer wheelbase and larger boot capacity. If you're looking for a European car without that infamous European pricing, there is some serious bang for buck in this car.
For the price of a Japanese sedan, the Fluence comes equipped with a Renault R-Link multimedia system operated via a 7.0-inch coloured touchscreen, navigation, voice control, ECO Trip Report, Bluetooth connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, tyre pressure monitor, electric sunroof and walk-away auto lock.
Renault claims that the Fluence is the most spacious sedan and has the largest boot amongst its competitors. After a day in the car, we do agree that it is more spacious than even the Toyota Altis with its longer wheelbase and larger boot capacity. If you're looking for a European car without that infamous European pricing, there is some serious bang for buck in this car.
The Drive
The Fluence's new 1.5-litre turbodiesel dCi engine, pumps out 109bhp and 240Nm of torque, which provides sufficient low to mid range power for city driving.
Mated to a new six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, the car is energetic and should shelve all concerns about the modest power output figures. Furthermore, with a fuel consumption rating of about 21km/L, there isn't much to moan about.
There is however, a flipside to this new powertrain. The drive is slightly noisy during hard acceleration but that is expected with most diesel engines. Thankfully, the ride quality is comfortable and its light steering is a blessing for city driving and parking.
The Fluence's new 1.5-litre turbodiesel dCi engine, pumps out 109bhp and 240Nm of torque, which provides sufficient low to mid range power for city driving.
Mated to a new six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, the car is energetic and should shelve all concerns about the modest power output figures. Furthermore, with a fuel consumption rating of about 21km/L, there isn't much to moan about.
There is however, a flipside to this new powertrain. The drive is slightly noisy during hard acceleration but that is expected with most diesel engines. Thankfully, the ride quality is comfortable and its light steering is a blessing for city driving and parking.
As with most cars in its segment, the Fluence has decent enough body control but isn't what you would categorise as sporty handling.
Conclusion
With a price tag of only $119,999 (as of 22nd August 2015) and its plethora of features, the Fluence truly stands out amongst the sea of Category A cars that won't break the bank.
Just like the Peugeot 308, the new Renault Fluence is quickly becoming a gateway drug or car in this case, for those who are looking at crossing over into European territory.
Conclusion
With a price tag of only $119,999 (as of 22nd August 2015) and its plethora of features, the Fluence truly stands out amongst the sea of Category A cars that won't break the bank.
Just like the Peugeot 308, the new Renault Fluence is quickly becoming a gateway drug or car in this case, for those who are looking at crossing over into European territory.
Photos by Low Fai Ming
Car Information
Renault Fluence Diesel 1.5T dCi Privilege (A)
CAT A|Diesel|22.7km/L
Horsepower
82kW (110 bhp)
Torque
240 Nm
Acceleration
11.9sec (0-100km /hr)
This model is no longer being sold by local distributor
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