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Fluence is a 4.60-metre long coupé whose voluptuous forms are sculpted from simple, structured lines. It is a modern expression of the principle that underlies all coupés: pleasure of movement. This pleasure of movement is suggested by the visually dynamic contrast of a sloping front and a vertical rear. The frontal design is streamlined: the radiator grille is absent to focus attention on the lozenge logo and to evoke other prestigious Renault cars. Narrow indicators juxtapose the headlamps, whose shape reinforces the purity and fluidity that characterize Fluence’s frontal styling. A double strip of LEDs set at different angles is housed behind two transparent curved glass lenses. The diodes illuminate as the steering angle changes to provide multi-directional lighting when cornering. Two air intakes extend and accentuate the headlamps’ form, bridged by a third narrow, horizontal inlet. The leather dashboard is again predominately red with beige accents. Its ethereal design resembles a leaf that has been rolled then nipped at its centre. This leaf theme is repeated in the design of the centre console. In a spiral movement it embraces the intuitive Touch Design controls. Using a joystick, the driver selects the car’s main functions which are shown on a fold-away screen in the upper part of the dashboard. Instruments use both digital and analogue display against a black and Rouge Margaux background. Fluence’s powertrain extends an irresistible invitation to travel. The front-mounted 3.5 litre V6 petrol engine develops 280hp and brings driving pleasure at every speed. The finely-tuned suspensions and chassis allow a fast and agile driving style that adapts to all road conditions. Carefully-studied acoustics produce a deep and powerful engine sound. |
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