Renault Australia set for Highest Sales Year Since 2002

SYDNEY – Dec 5, 2011: Renault Australia is on track for the highest sales year since 2002. According to VFACTS results released today, Renault Australia sold 402 vehicles in November, which is the equal second highest sales month for 2011.

Renault Australia has sold 3225 vehicles year to date and are 91% up on this time last year. 2011 is shaping up to be Renault Australia’s highest sales year since 2002.

The Mégane hatch was once again a stand out for Renault accounting for 116 vehicles. The new Mégane hatch diesel with its impressive fuel economy and new Efficient Dual Clutch transmission represented 33.6% of the Mégane hatch sales, proving the increasing appeal of diesel in the Australian market.

“We are delighted with our success in the Australian market this year,” said Justin Hocevar, Managing Director of Renault Australia.

“This year we have proved that the Renault brand can enjoy success in Australia. We are attracting a significant number of new customers to the brand and are confident that we can continue this sales success through to 2012.

“Our class-leading 5 year/unlimited warranty on passenger cars is continuing to attract new customers to the Renault brand.

“This year has been all about getting Renault onto the shopping list of Australian new car buyers. We are confident that when customers look at Renault, see the great value package our cars offer and test drive our cars they will discover what an easy decision buying a new Renault is.”