Its new Fluence sedan, Megane hatch, Megane coupe-cabriolet and Koleos SUV are "ingenious, appealing, affordable and carbon-efficient," a spokesman says.
The company's new promo line is 'Drive the change', about its culture – "enthusiastic, innovative and human," says general manager Stephen Kenchington.
The new cars "will be notable for high-level standard equipment and unique-to-class, user-friendly features.
"This will reset expectations of what European cars can offer in the light and small car segments, by equipping them with standard safety and convenience features previously only available optionally, or in larger, more expensive vehicles.
"Never before has so much been offered for so little by a European manufacturer, [including] the latest passive and active safety gear."
This will pitch Renault to customers wanting to refresh their motoring style, Kenchington says.
"European style and design, features, safety systems and comfort, ride and driving experience has Renault ticking all the boxes.
"Renault is the world leader in production-ready electric vehicles, and on racetracks our Formula 1 engines have won the world championship. Now the new cars redefine standards for their segments."
The Megane hatch sells in three models from $31,990 with a choice of six manual or CVT automatic transmissions. A Fluence sedan model with CVT sells for $34,990 and the coupe cabriolet CVT for $54,990.
All three cars have a 103kW 2L motor with 195Nm torque spread over a broad range. Overall fuel economy is 7.9L/100km.
Standard safety features include six air bags, ESP, ABS brakes with EBD and BA. There are also automatic headlights and wipers and cruise control with a separate speed limiting function.
Convenience items include height and reach adjustable steering wheel, smart keyless central locking, blue tooth, multi media connection, climate control air conditioning and four speaker sound system with steering wheel controls.
Other standard gear: alloy wheels and front fog lights.
The Koleos SUV comes in a 2WD 2.5L petrol engine CVT model at $37,990. The same car with 4WD costs $42,990. The 2-litre diesel 4WD with 6-speed automatic costs $49,990.
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