Renault toughens up new Clio RS 220 Trophy

The Renaultsport Clio has for quite some time been one of the finest hot seals in the European sub-smaller B-section. Be that as it may, when Renault changed from the past model with its actually suctioned motor, manual gearbox and three ways to the new Clio RS 200 Turbo with constrained affectation, double grip transmission and five entryways... all things considered, we should simply say the absolute most in-your-face lovers were not enthused. That is the place the new Clio RS 220 Trophy comes in. 

It's still a five-entryway with a turbo motor and double grasp transmission, however it's been toughened up. For one thing, the motor has been retuned to convey 10 percent more power, now up to 220 drive and 192 pound-feet of torque (supported to 206 lb-ft in fourth and fifth riggings). The redline has been increased from 6,500 rpm to 6,800. The transmission has been recalibrated to move up to 50 percent speedier with shorter tosses on the oar shifters. The suspension has been dropped by 0.8 inches at the front and 0.4 inches at the back, and hardened by up to 40 percent. The guiding rack is snappier, the new 18-inch composites wear Michelin Pilot Super Game elastic, and the styling all around has been amended to mirror its more engaged disposition. 

All of which guarantees to make the new Trophy form considerably more sultry than the one we drove the previous spring, regardless of the fact that's despite everything it in light of the same innovations. To see if stop to make it a commendable child sibling to the bigger Mégane 275 Trophy and Trophy-R, and win back the diehard fans, we'll need to sit tight for the main surveys to come in. Somehow, however, we'll probably never see one on American streets.

CLIO RENAULTSPORT 220 TROPHY EDC: Another Expansion TO THE TROPHY FAMILY 

- Force expanded by 10 for each penny to 220hp 

- 'Torque Support' capacity raises crest torque by 40Nm to 280Nm 

- Refined EDC transmission conveys up to 50 for every penny quicker moves 

- Bigger turbo, new air allow and changed fumes framework 

- Stop and Begin decreases outflows by 6g/km 

- Lower and stiffer Trophy skeleton 

- Faster directing rack 

- Michelin Pilot Super Game tires 

- Reconsidered sports seats with incorporated head rests 

- R.S. Drive framework with three driving modes 

- Extraordinary release variant goes at a bargain in the UK in the Late spring 

Renaultsport have divulged an extraordinary release rendition of the Clio Renaultsport at the Geneva Engine Show – the Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy EDC. 

Following in the slipstream of other Trophy models, for example, the 2005 Clio Renaultsport 182 Trophy, the Mégane Renaultsport 265 Trophy and the current Mégane Renaultsport 275 Trophy the Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy has been finely sharpened by Renaultsport's enthusiastic designers to include significantly more keen taking care of, enhanced driving qualities and expanded execution combined with eliteness and particular styling. 

The Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy is expected to go discounted in the mid year of 2015 and will offer various upgrades including expanded force and torque with Stop and Begin innovation and lessened CO2emissions. A refined EDC transmission, faster guiding, a lower and stiffer frame and redesigned tires will make Renault's hot incubate much more sweltering. 

220 TROPHY: A CLIO RENAULTSPORT THAT'S Much MORE Strong IN Each Region 

Motor 

On account of modified motor mapping, the 220 Trophy now has 10 for each penny more power and up to an additional 40Nm of torque. It additionally profits by a bigger turbo, an air admission intended to minimize weight misfortunes and a changed fumes framework to suit the most recent Euro6 exhaust system (and minimize back weight misfortunes). 

- Greatest force has been expanded to 220hp at 6,250rpm (up 20hp) 

- Greatest torque ascends to 260Nm (an addition of 20Nm) 

- 'Torque Support' highlight in fourth and fifth apparatuses raises crest torque to 280Nm (an increase of 40Nm) 

- Most extreme revs increment from 6,500rpm to 6,800rpm 

- Following Euro6 outflows norms, the auto's CO2 yield enhances by 6g/km to 138g/km furthermore drops down a VED band 

Refined EDC transmission 

- Apparatus movements are presently up to 40 for every penny speedier in "Typical" and "Game" modes and 50 for each penny quicker in "Race" mode on account of programming recalibration 

- 30 for each penny lessening in controlling wheel paddle go for more prompt changes 

- Prior downshifts, for instance under substantial braking on track, are allowed by advanced programming adjustment and the raised rev limit 

- "Game" mode is presently more adaptable with gearshift change designs more receptive to current driving style 

- A Stop and Begin framework works in "Typical" mode however is deactivated in "Game" and "Race" modes. 

Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy holds the R.S. Drive framework that permits one powertrain to have three distinct practices: Ordinary, Game and Race. R.S. Drive likewise includes Dispatch Control and the capacity to play out different down movements immediately by keeping the oar held. Race mode is completely manual just, has the quickest move times, no "jerk" work and won't switch up or down without intercession. 

A lower, stiffer Trophy case 

The Clio is lower by 20mm at the front, 10mm at the back. Firmer safeguards, and modified springs (40 for each penny stiffer at the back), have been fitted and are coupled to the current motorsport-inferred water driven knock stops. 

Ultra-snappy controlling 

Another, quicker rack (with proportion diminished from 14.5:1 to 13.2:1) makes controlling considerably more exact and staggeringly coordinate – the best framework available. 

Tires 

The Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy EDC is fitted with elite Michelin Pilot Super Game 205/40R18 elastic. 

Instantly RECOGNISABLE...AND Enticing 

A wearing position 

- Ice White, another and particular Renault i.d. matt body shading with a shine dark rooftop and back spoiler, has been added to the reach close by Icy mass White, Precious stone Dark, Fire Red and Fluid Yellow 

- 18-inch "Radical" wheels with dark additions and jewel impact facings 

- "Trophy" badging on the front sharp edge, entryway moldings and independently numbered entryway ledges 

Gear custom fitted to lovers 

- Decorated cowhide guiding wheel 

- "Trophy" inside pack: Warmed calfskin sports seats with necessary head rests, in addition to carbon-look air-vent encompasses, entryway handles and apparatus lever base plate. The air-vent additions are currently in glossy silk chrome instead of anodised red. 

- Discretionary Renaultsport Screen on-board telemetry framework. Strong and fun, its numerous components incorporate a setting that gives the driver five unique levels of throttle pedal affectability. 

The Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy EDC is a numbered uncommon version that gives worth to cash in execution terms. It is gone for the most requesting clients, for example, track-day aficionados and the individuals who welcome the bleeding edge way of Renaultsport's unrivaled ability. 

The Clio Renaultsport 220 Trophy EDC will first go at a bargain in Europe, from June 2015, preceding being discharged in 10 different markets. 

Further subtle elements, including UK determination and valuing, will be made accessible nearer to dispatch.

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