Following the presentation of the saloon version of
the Talisman, Renault has taken the wraps off the new Talisman Estate.
The D segment (saloons and estates combined) amounts
to more than one million vehicle sales in Europe each year, with estates
accounting for 54% of that figure.
The new Renault Talisman Estate carries over all the
benefits of the saloon version, while adding the stylish lines and practicality
of an estate.
Racy styling
The Talisman Estate features exactly the same
dimensions as the saloon (length: 4.86 metres / width: 1.87 metres / height:
1.46 metres / wheelbase: 2.81 metres), along with the same dynamic proportions,
sleek profile and high waistline.
The polished aluminium roof bars accentuate the
sweeping roofline that is extended by a long lip spoiler. The C-pillar and
chrome-bordered side windows contribute to the impression of finesse and
sleekness. The slope of the rear window adds a dynamic touch without detracting
from boot space.
Thanks to the powered tailgate - which is activated
simply by waving your foot underneath the rear bumper - the boot boasts
hands-free opening and closing to facilitate loading.
The Talisman Estate offers 572dm3 (VDA) of load space
up to the parcel shelf and a maximum load length of 1,116mm. With the rear
seats in the folded position, that figure increases to 2,010mm, equating to a
volume of almost 1,700dm3 (VDA).
Designed with the well-being of the driver and
passengers in mind, the Renault Talisman Estate - just like the saloon version
- is a class leader in terms of interior space. The Estate version additionally
benefits from 30mm extra headroom at the rear, extending it to 886mm.
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Front
headroom: 902mm,
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Rear
headroom: 886mm,
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Front elbow
room: 1,512mm,
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Rear knee
room: 262mm,
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More than 25
litres of cabin stowage.
The accommodating front seats combine the very best
characteristics in the class:
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Up to 10
possible settings (eight of which are electrically adjustable) and a seat
cushion length that can be adjusted fore/aft by up to 60mm (Initiale Paris
equipment level only),
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Four-way
electric lumbar adjustment (height/depth),
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A massage
function that can be adjusted in type and intensity (two programmes / five
sequences),
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Aviation-style
six-way adjustable head rests,
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Heated seat
cushions and backs,
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Settings
memory for up to six individual profiles.
Plus two important new features:
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Integrated
ventilation for greater comfort in hot weather.
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New 'Cover
Carving Technology': strong, semi-rigid, lightweight shells incorporated into
the front seat backs, freeing up extra space, including more than three
centimetres of extra knee room for rear passengers.
The Talisman Estate is also available in Initiale
Paris trim, offering even greater refinement and comfort, plus an exclusive
Améthyste Black exterior finish, special full-grain Nappa® leather upholstery
and improved soundproofing, thanks notably to laminated side windows.
Multi-Sense technology combines four-wheel steering
with active damping
For the first time in its segment, the Renault
Talisman Estate - just like its saloon sibling - mates the 4 Control system to
active damping. Around town, the 4Control chassis endows the Talisman Estate
with extraordinary agility. Its cornering stability and dexterity when evasive
action is required position the new Renault in a class of its own when it comes
to confidence and driving comfort.
Renault's Multi-Sense technology allows the driving
experience to be personalised, with four pre-programmed settings ('Comfort',
'Sport', 'Neutral' and 'Eco'), plus a fully configurable 'Perso' mode.
The Talisman Estate is capable of changing its
personality in the blink of an eye thanks to a 'shortcut' button that enables the
driver to switch from the 'Comfort' to 'Sport' mode, and vice-versa, for
example, in just two clicks. Meanwhile, the Talisman's architecture - which
features a lowered centre of gravity and a driving position close to the road -
means the Multi-Sense system's benefits can be enjoyed even more fully,
especially when the particularly dynamic 'Sport' mode is selected. It is almost
as though drivers are able to choose from several cars rolled into one. Whether
they are in the mood for a spirited, responsive ride or a smooth, comfortable
and refined journey, the choice is theirs - and immediate.
At the same time, the in-car ambiance is adjusted to
match by adapting the colour of the interior lighting (blue, red, sepia, green
or purple), the presentation and colour of the dashboard information display
and the engine sound.
R-Link 2: the connected control centre
The Renault Talisman Estate offers Renault's R-Link 2
connected multimedia tablet, available in either a 7-inch landscape format or
an 8.7-inch portrait format. R-Link 2 oversees the vehicle's driving aids as
well as all of the standard duties such as the navigation, audio and climate
control functions. In addition to the touch-screen display's features are
shortcut buttons, a multi-function rotary control on the centre console and
additional steering wheel-mounted controls.
The home pages are now configurable, enabling the
driver to directly access the most frequently employed functions or to
personalise the interface.
Tailor-engineered Bose® sound
The Talisman Estate benefits from tailor-engineered
BOSE® Surround Sound, produced by 12 high-performance loudspeakers and a
subwoofer. Centerpoint® Technology converts the signal from stereo sources into
a multi-channel signal to create Surround Sound, while the digital processing
of the Bose® signal incorporates the Talisman's own acoustic properties to
generate bespoke equalisation.
A comprehensive range of driving aids (ADAS)
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To reassure:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC); Active Emergency Braking System (AEBS).
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To alert:
Lane Departure Warning (LDW); Safe Distance Warning (SDW); Traffic Sign
Recognition with Over Speed Prevention (TSR / OSP); Blind Spot Warning (BSW).
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To assist:
reversing camera; automatic dipped and main beam headlights (AHL); electronic
handbrake; front, rear and side parking sensors; and hands-free parking assist.
The retractable, colour head-up display communicates
useful information to ensure a relaxed driving experience: current speed,
navigational guidance, driving aids (ADAS).
Driving pleasure courtesy of efficient powertrains
The Renault Talisman Estate offers the same range of
engines as the choice that is available for the saloon version.
Two petrol engines:
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The Energy
TCe150 and the Energy TCe 200, combined with seven-speed dual clutch EDC
automatic transmission.
Three diesels:
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The Energy
dCi 110, mated to either a six-speed manual gearbox or six-speed dual clutch
EDC automatic transmission.
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The Energy
dCi 130, similarly available with the six-speed manual gearbox or six-speed
dual clutch EDC transmission.
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The twin
turbo Energy dCi 160 which drives exclusively through six-speed dual clutch EDC
transmission.
The Renault Talisman Estate will be available with a
choice of four different equipment levels and will additionally be offered in
the range-topping Initiale Paris trim. It will make its first public appearance
at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show and will go on sale in Europe during the first
half of 2016.
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