Concept NIEUWS the renault ondelio concept
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ndelios has been designed for lovers of long-haul travel who set store by comfort and refinement. Ondelios epitomizes Renault’s vision of the high-end crossover, combining a comfortable ride with respect for the environment. Clear illustrations of that vision are the vehicle’s ethereal design, its interior layout, and an original hybrid powertrain. a sleek design that answers the call of the open road The 4.8-metre-long, 1.6-metre high Ondelios has drawn inspiration from the world of aviation design to deliver high drag efficiency and a Cd of just 0.29. This long-distance voyager boasts sleek, smooth, amazingly fluid lines that make it appear as though it glides over the ground. It embodies Renault’s vision of high-end car. “Ondelios is inspired by motion rather than speed and is a whole new response to the call of the open road,” enthuses Patrick Le Quément, Renault’s Design Director.
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Car Concept nº 2 March-April 2009
Business-class comfort for a long-haul journey The elegance of the Ondelios interior is in harmony with the call of the open road suggested by its exterior. Its layout is designed to profit from all the available space. There are three rows of seats that offer individual seating for six.