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Christopher Bruce2013-05-02 17:23:33

New Renault Twingo and Espace Coming in 2014

Twingo will go rear engine and Espace may become a crossover

 
 
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The new Twingo will be ready for 2014

RenaultRenaultRenaultFrance, 1898 > present189 models
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has major model plans for 2014. We have already heard about the new MeganeMegane Gen.3Renault Megane Gen.3France, 2008 > present349 versions
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that will be on sale either in late 2013 or early 2014, and it is planning new generations of the TwingoTwingoRenault TwingoFrance, 1992 > present3 series
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and EspaceEspaceRenault EspaceFrance, 1984 > 20065 series
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for 2014 as well. 

The next generation Twingo was previewed in the Renault Twin-Z, and we expect to see an even sportier version when Renault reveals its secret concept before the Monaco Grand Prix on May 24. 

We know that the next generation car will share a platform for the next generation Smart FortwoFortwosmart FortwoGermany, 1997 > present3 series
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. It will have a rear-mounted engine powering the rear wheels. It is possible that it may get an electrified version like the Twin-Z, but most of the cars will use conventional engines. 

Far less is known about the next generation Espace. Renault has noticed that MPV sales are falling quickly in favor of crossovers and SUVs. It has hinted that it might morph the car into a large crossover for the new generation. A concept version is expected later this year. 

Finally, there is the question of Renault's Initiale Paris sub-brand. What was originally supposed to be its own luxury brand aimed at Asia, has been scaled back for now into a high-end trim line. Renault has hinted the ClioClio Gen.4Renault Clio Gen.4France, 2012 > present92 versions
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will be the first model to get the Initiale Paris upgrade.

Source: Autocar

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