Resurgent Renault on a High

SYDNEY – Jan 5, 2012: A resurgent Renault Australia has finished 2011 on a high. According to VFACTS released today, Renault sold 397 vehicles in December which brings the 2011 sales figure to 3622, the best sales result since 2002 and a 90% increase over 2010.

The Mégane family continues to lead the charge for Renault. The Mégane hatch was the stand out model for 2011 with 971 vehicles sold. In addition, the award-winning Mégane R.S. 250 has been incredibly well received by customers with 407 new vehicles being delivered in 2011.

Renault Australia has also seen a substantial 72% light commercial vehicles sales increase with 615 vans finding eager drivers in 2011. This growth is expected to continue into 2012 with the launch of the highly anticipated new flagship – the Renault Master.

Commenting on the result, Justin Hocevar, Managing Director Renault Australia, said: “I am thrilled with such an impressive result for Renault Australia. This is a reflection of the great product we have along with the hard work and dedication from the Renault Australia team and our dealer network.

“This result is proof that our strategy of de-positioning our vehicles and providing greater value to our customers was the right approach for Renault Australia. We build high quality, reliable cars and have been able to demonstrate this by being the first European brand to offer a 5 year/unlimited warranty on our passenger cars.

“We are here to stay and look forward to continuing this success in 2012,” said Hocevar.