New Renault Models Coming to INDIA Soon.

Renault's solo product strategy in India soon change. The company plans a slew of launches by 2010. Carlos Ghosn may be looking for another Indian partner.

Renault India plans to introduce cars across all segments. Having acquired 2.2 % market share with just one product, the Logan, the company now wants to bring out more cars from its Chennai plant.

"We will launch 4-5 in 15-16 months one after the other. We will have a mix of all segments- big and small", said Sylvain Bilaine, MD, Renault India.

Renault's Sedan and Sandero could be a good fit for the Indian market. It has been successful in South Africa, Brazil, and will soon be launched in Europe. Two completely built units, or CBUs, the Twingo and Laguna, which were displayed at the Auto Expo, may also be driven in.

These new launches may be marketed through the Renault- M&M JV but a final decision is yet to be taken.

Even the marketing and branding of Renault-Nissan- Bajaj's

small car will be decided in a couple of months. While the small car plans are moving ahead, Renault's LCV plans are still on hold. Interestingly, Renault is open to even more partners. So, after Mahindra and Bajaj, do not be surprised if Carlos Ghosn goes looking for suitors again.

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Source : CNBC-TV18

NEW Logan variant for high-end buyers

M&M is launching a limited edition of its Logan car shortly which will target high-end customers. The new variant will be launched sometime in July and will come with a host of refined features to meet competition from some newly launched cars.

Mahindra Renault MD Rajesh Jejurikar said: “The special edition is few months away and will have a new music system, fresh upholstery and enhanced interiors. It will target top-end customers. We have had a good response for our top-end GLS and DLS variants, which are loaded with air bags and antilock brake system and the new feature-loaded model will further re-establish the brand.”

The Logan was launched by Mahindra Renault last May and is pitted against popular sedans like the Honda City, Ford Fiesta, Maruti Suzuki SX4 and the Indigo range from Tata Motors.The company is devoid of any small car in its portfolio and has betted heavily on the success of Logan. Tagged as the widest car in the market, the company had sold 1,531 cars in May.

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