Renault India, the fully owned subsidiary of French automobile firm has officially rolled out its much awaited MPV model, Lodgy in the Indian automobile market. This vehicle is being offered in a total of seven variants for the buyers to choose from. This new small car will be based on an all new platform, CMF-A, which has been jointly developed by Renault and Nissan. The vehicle will use the same 1.5-litre K9K diesel engine that also powers the Renault Duster and the engine will be offered in two states of tunes - 84bhp and 108bhp. The Lodgy aims to offer the performance and comfort of a sedan with the space and convenience of a MPV.
Exteriors
This newly launched vehicle has a decent body structure. Its radiator grille has a very distinct design unlike any other model in the Renault's portfolio. It is decorated with extensive use of chrome. It is embodied with the company's logo in the center that renders it a majestic look. The small headlight cluster looks quite aggressive and adds to the rugged stance of its frontage. There is an attractive dual tone bumper that is fitted with black strips. Its air intake section is surrounded by two round shaped fog lamps, which are garnished with chrome surround. The bonnet, with its expressive design renders a modernistic stance to the frontage.
Interiors
This newly launched vehicle has a very spacious internal cabin. It is being with seven and eight seater configuration, Both the second and third rows have enough space to accommodate at least six passengers, while its front row can host two occupants. The driver's seat also has height adjustment facility. Its seven seater version gets captain seats in its second row, which is further accompanied by armrests. The top end variant in this model series has fabric upholstery with leather inserts. This MPV has a dual tone color scheme and is further highlighted by metallic accents. Beside this, its dashboard along with instrument cluster rings gets chrome.
Acceleration & Pick-Up
The engine is fitted under the hood of 110PS version is mated to a six speed manual transmission that helps it to achieve a top speed in the range of 170 Kmph. Its less powerful mill is mated with a five speed manual gearbox that allows the vehicle to achieve a top speed mark of 160 Kmph. It can break the 100 Kmph mark from a standstill in 15 seconds.
Engine and Performance
The vehicle is having a 1.5-litre diesel engine. This is the same mill, which is currently powering the Duster SUV. It comprises of 4-cylinders and sixteen valves based on a dual overhead camshaft valve configuration that displaces 1461cc. This can produce a maximum power of 108.45bhp at 4000rpm along with 245Nm of hammering torque at 1750rpm. This mill is mated to an advanced six speed manual transmission gear box that sends torque output to the front wheels. This mill is also available in the form of 85PS version, which offers better fuel efficiency but develops less power. This mill is capable of churning out 83.8bhp at 3750rpm along with a torque of 200Nm at 1900rpm. Unlike its 100PS version, this motor is mated to a five speed manual gearbox that enables it to deliver flawless performance.
Mileage
This vehicle offers different state of power that influences its fuel efficiency. This diesel engine is integrated with an advanced common rail fuel injection system that enhances its fuel efficiency and overall power. The company claims that its 85PS version is capable of delivering a maximum mileage of 21.04 Kmpl and powerful 110PS version can give a maximum mileage 19.98 Kmpl, which is rather impressive.
Power
This vehicle is currently available with 1.5-litre diesel engine which will produce power in two states-of-tune. This 4-cylinder mill in the 85PS version can deliver a maximum power of 83.8bhp and yields a pounding torque of 200Nm. In 110PS version, it can unleash a maximum of 108.45bhp along with 245Nm of hammering torque.
By Premji
