Renault Logan - News. Edit: With Spy Pics

lamborghini · 12th August 2006, 10:16

I saw the car a couple of days ago on Worli.
Heavy disguise but i got some pics on my cell.
Now to upload them.

Rtech · 12th August 2006, 10:46

This could be the next low cost rally car India has been waiting for to take the place of the Esteem.

normally_crazy · 12th August 2006, 13:50

Logan will be priced against the Indigo / Ikon Flair / MUL Baleno.

Baleno selling like hot cakes now, as is the Indigo in Diesel version while Ford is almost gone extinct with the Flair. So where will the Logan slot in ? And as GTO pointed out - A.S.S will be a major factor (TATA & MUL leagues ahead)...tough assignment for M & M with the Logan.

Will the people of India take to another cheap car ? Im waiting with bated breath.

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Originally Posted by Rtech

This could be the next low cost rally car India has been waiting for to take the place of the Esteem.

Rally car ? I doubt the performance will be anything worth writing about.

lamborghini · 14th August 2006, 00:50

Hey guys,
here are the spy shots that i took of the car on Haji Ali Seaface -
Pics taken from a N6630 while the cars were in motion. I was in the Fiesta at that time. Excuse me for the poor quality. I wasn't very impressed with the car and i think it was the diesel variant undergoing testing unless the petrol was noisy (or maybe i'm spoilt by the Fiesta and E 270)
Do you think i should email these to ACI?

Cheers guys

ess_a · 14th August 2006, 01:24

My gut feeling says that Logan will be a big flop.....

ashok.harish · 14th August 2006, 01:36

Great Work Lambo!!!

Well as far as sending them to ACI is concerned, Send them off Bro, You stand a very good chance of winning a 1 year ACI subscription.

ess_a · 14th August 2006, 01:41

I agree with ashok!!!!

manson · 15th August 2006, 00:19

Spotted a totally covered mid-sized sedan this morning while i was on my way to work. Was covered with something like a car cover without the plastics on the windows and a inute peak here there.
The tail lights seemed huge, almost as big as the indigo, infcat it did look similar to the indigo exept for the slight front that i got a peak at.
Probably a new look indigo or something.
Experts whats hitting the midsize segment now??

manson.

prabuddhadg · 5th September 2006, 16:37

I have been seeing the Logan every once in a while mostly on the Western Express Highway. Though the covers do make it look ugly, the basic shape told me even without the muddy covers that were flapping in the wind, it would not look a whole lot better. Its too boxy in shape. This particular vehicle is a left hand drive. It did seem to have pretty nice pick up, as it sped off along the left most lane where the W E highway goes around the airport runway.
In general, I was not impressed.

rahul_intlad · 5th September 2006, 16:49

This will really put to test the thumb rule that give Indians anything with a boot with a diesel heart and it will sell.

normally_crazy · 5th September 2006, 16:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by ess_a

My gut feeling says that Logan will be a big flop.....

I feel the opposite.

lurker · 28th September 2006, 11:51

Mahindra-Renault JV rolls out India plans

2006-09-28 08:50 Source : Moneycontrol.com

The Mahindra-Renault joint venture may manufacture more models besides Logan. Renault will increase its component outsourcing from India as well, reports CNBC-TV18.

The Mahindra-Renault JV may launch different versions of the Logan too. Renault has placed bulk orders for two key components from India. It will finalise outsourcing of forged components from Mahindra & Mahindra.

The Renault India subsidiary will work with Nissan India to import cars to India. Also, Logan's Indian version will complete its final test in October.

iraghava · 28th September 2006, 13:05

Logan if launched at the right price point & with the right engine options will severely dent the sales of the Indigo segment. Considering the international reviews it is quite a decent car especially at the price it is selling at abroad. And if it can offer good FE, decent interiors & comfort, reliability & cheap spares & service it will be a hit in the market.

I am again stressing that to succeed in today's Indian market some of the most vital factors are the right engine, good fuel efficiency & the right price point. Recent cars which have failed due to pricing issues despite being good products are the Ford Fusion & Baleno (Pre-price cuts).

If Renault/Carlos Ghosn get their strategy right they can work wonders in the Indian market. Remember Carlos is no idiot he's turned around Nissan from huge losses to one of the most profitable car maker in the world and that itself is no mean feat. So don't put them down before the launch atleast.

Mpower · 28th September 2006, 22:10

I doubt if they can match Tata and Maruti in pricing.

Both petrol and diesel engines of the Logan are going to be fully imported.

1100D · 29th September 2006, 00:16

Logan drives a lot better than the Indigo. The Indica Family has this very odd steering position and feel. On top of that the Road Manners, especially in talking back to the Driver is way behind. Thats what one of my relatives on a recent visit from Romania tells me. But how the Indian car is setup is a big question.

12th August 2006, 10:16	#16
lamborghini Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 6,113 Thanked: 5,760 Times View My Garage	I saw the car a couple of days ago on Worli. Heavy disguise but i got some pics on my cell. Now to upload them.
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12th August 2006, 10:46	#17
Rtech Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 5,770 Thanked: 359 Times View My Garage	This could be the next low cost rally car India has been waiting for to take the place of the Esteem.
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14th August 2006, 00:50	#19
lamborghini Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 6,113 Thanked: 5,760 Times View My Garage	Hey guys, here are the spy shots that i took of the car on Haji Ali Seaface - Pics taken from a N6630 while the cars were in motion. I was in the Fiesta at that time. Excuse me for the poor quality. I wasn't very impressed with the car and i think it was the diesel variant undergoing testing unless the petrol was noisy (or maybe i'm spoilt by the Fiesta and E 270) Do you think i should email these to ACI? Cheers guys
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14th August 2006, 01:24	#20
ess_a BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 317 Thanked: 6 Times	My gut feeling says that Logan will be a big flop.....
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14th August 2006, 01:36	#21
ashok.harish Newbie Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 15 Thanked: 0 Times	Great Work Lambo!!! Well as far as sending them to ACI is concerned, Send them off Bro, You stand a very good chance of winning a 1 year ACI subscription.
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14th August 2006, 01:41	#22
ess_a BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 317 Thanked: 6 Times	I agree with ashok!!!!
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15th August 2006, 00:19	#23
manson Team-BHP Support Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 4,169 Times View My Garage	New midsizer?? Spotted a totally covered mid-sized sedan this morning while i was on my way to work. Was covered with something like a car cover without the plastics on the windows and a inute peak here there. The tail lights seemed huge, almost as big as the indigo, infcat it did look similar to the indigo exept for the slight front that i got a peak at. Probably a new look indigo or something. Experts whats hitting the midsize segment now?? manson.
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5th September 2006, 16:37	#24
prabuddhadg BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 812 Thanked: 81 Times View My Garage	I have been seeing the Logan every once in a while mostly on the Western Express Highway. Though the covers do make it look ugly, the basic shape told me even without the muddy covers that were flapping in the wind, it would not look a whole lot better. Its too boxy in shape. This particular vehicle is a left hand drive. It did seem to have pretty nice pick up, as it sped off along the left most lane where the W E highway goes around the airport runway. In general, I was not impressed.
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5th September 2006, 16:49	#25
rahul_intlad Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 1,579 Thanked: 4 Times	This will really put to test the thumb rule that give Indians anything with a boot with a diesel heart and it will sell.
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28th September 2006, 11:51	#27
lurker Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tura Posts: 1,592 Thanked: 1,423 Times	JV anticipating more models than just logan. Mahindra-Renault JV rolls out India plans 2006-09-28 08:50 Source : Moneycontrol.com The Mahindra-Renault joint venture may manufacture more models besides Logan. Renault will increase its component outsourcing from India as well, reports CNBC-TV18. The Mahindra-Renault JV may launch different versions of the Logan too. Renault has placed bulk orders for two key components from India. It will finalise outsourcing of forged components from Mahindra & Mahindra. The Renault India subsidiary will work with Nissan India to import cars to India. Also, Logan's Indian version will complete its final test in October.
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28th September 2006, 13:05	#28
iraghava Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bhaiyyaland Posts: 8,033 Thanked: 265 Times View My Garage	Logan if launched at the right price point & with the right engine options will severely dent the sales of the Indigo segment. Considering the international reviews it is quite a decent car especially at the price it is selling at abroad. And if it can offer good FE, decent interiors & comfort, reliability & cheap spares & service it will be a hit in the market. I am again stressing that to succeed in today's Indian market some of the most vital factors are the right engine, good fuel efficiency & the right price point. Recent cars which have failed due to pricing issues despite being good products are the Ford Fusion & Baleno (Pre-price cuts). If Renault/Carlos Ghosn get their strategy right they can work wonders in the Indian market. Remember Carlos is no idiot he's turned around Nissan from huge losses to one of the most profitable car maker in the world and that itself is no mean feat. So don't put them down before the launch atleast.
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28th September 2006, 22:10	#29
Mpower Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 10,409 Thanked: 1,730 Times View My Garage	I doubt if they can match Tata and Maruti in pricing. Both petrol and diesel engines of the Logan are going to be fully imported.
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29th September 2006, 00:16	#30
1100D Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calcutta Posts: 4,390 Thanked: 4,096 Times View My Garage	Logan drives a lot better than the Indigo. The Indica Family has this very odd steering position and feel. On top of that the Road Manners, especially in talking back to the Driver is way behind. Thats what one of my relatives on a recent visit from Romania tells me. But how the Indian car is setup is a big question.
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