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Renault car price increases up to 1.5 per cent

Renault, the French automaker today stated something that might certainly disappoint the automobile enthusiasts. Price rise will go up to 1.5 percent for Renault’s entire range, effective from this 1st January, 2013. Across the Indian market, Renault sells its five amazing models namely; Renault Pulse hatchback, Renault Scala compact sedan, Renault Duster SUV, Renault Fluence premium saloon and Renault Koleos Premium SUV.

Sumit Sawhney, Executive Director, Sales & Marketing, Renault India stated that the price hike is due to increase in the cost of industrial inputs. He added that they tried to balance the costs but now they are bearing high pressure for the price hike therefore they will have to pass on the burden on the buyers. He also commented that the company has tried its level best to control the prices in such a way so that it doesn’t impact the demand of its products.

The auto-maker, Renault been quite impressive on the Indian shores and in a mere tenure of 18 months it has spread its dealership network of 75 outlets across the nation. Moreover, the company has been very successful in adding a large number of buyers in its kitty. Furthermore, Renault has also been an epitome for introducing a varied line-up of its product range in a very short time.