New Renault Twingo fitted with ESP
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BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT, FRANCE - Renault is fitting its entry-level vehicle with ESP to make the system available to as many drivers as possible. The New Twingo will be fitted with ESP, which assists drivers in the event of a vehicle losing grip. As with New Kangoo, the new Modus range and Clio Estate, Renault is offering ESP on all its new vehicles at a reasonable price. This system is the latest addition to a comprehensive range of active safety features on New Twingo: a sound-handling chassis, ABS and emergency brake assist. They position Twingo at the forefront of its segment in terms of handling and accident avoidance. New Twingo will be offered with ESP as an option (except 1.2 60hp) at a reasonable price (€300 in France). Renault’s dealer network in France will be taking orders from 31 March.
The active safety of a bigger car
Renault is making ESP available to the widest possible range of customers by fitting it on its entry-level vehicle. As with New Kangoo, the new Modus range and Clio Estate, Renault is offering ESP on all its new vehicles at a reasonable price. ESP is the latest addition to an already comprehensive range of active safety devices fitted as standard on New Twingo: a sound-handling chassis, ABS and emergency brake assist. ESP is offered as an option on this small car (except 1.2 60hp), at a reasonable price (€300 in France) and will be available from Renault dealers from 31 March. This positions New Twingo at the forefront of its segment in terms of handling and accident avoidance.
Staying in control
The aim of ESP (Electronic Stability Program) is to maintain a car on the trajectory intended by the driver in spite of a loss of grip of one or more wheels. Tyres can lose grip as a result of an emergency manoeuvre, excessive cornering speed, a slippery surface, snow or even a poorly maintained road surface. This makes it hard, if not impossible, to keep control of the car. By sensing the warning signs of these phenomena, ESP helps the driver to manage the situation. Seven sensors record data which allows the ESP processor to brake one or more wheels, while also regulating engine torque, to ensure the car stays on the intended cornering line. The system works in close conjunction with the ABS.
Driving correction systems on New Twingo