Concept cars from Renault

Sometimes, we all wish that we could be in charge of designing our own vehicles. Perhaps you have a bad back and you'd love a seat that gave you better lumbar support, or you have a penchant for shopping and you think that some pegs around the boot would be really handy for hanging your bags on.

Those car designers at Renault are in the very fortunate position of being able to make their ideas into reality, unlike the rest of us motoring dreamers. So when they get a chance to come up with a really novel, non-production vehicle, what do they choose to make? duck2water Car Insurance Services takes a look at some of Renault's concept cars.

• Renault Clio Grand Tour
• Renault Nepta
• Renault Altica

Renault Clio Grand Tour
Estates aren't generally the best-looking of cars, but the Renault Clio Grand Tour proves that this doesn't have to be the case. Its beautiful panoramic roof, clio-esque body and pronounced arcs and bows give it a distinctive, attractive appearance, whilst the yellow-tinted interior lighting is inspired.

Ah yes, let's consider the practical aspects of this car. It has a long rear overhang which means a really spacious boot; something which is essential if this car wants to live up to its 'Grand Tour' name. Another must-have for tourers is a pleasant drive, and this Renault is certainly not lacking when it comes to performance thanks to a 2.0l 16 valve engine and six-speed gearbox.

Renault Nepta
The Renault Nepta is a striking little cabriolet with some very innovative features, most notably the gull-wing doors. When these open, it isn't just the whole of the inside of the car which is revealed; it is the engine too. It looks surprisingly elegant, even with the doors seemingly suspended above the vehicle.

Now, we would comment more on the looks of the Nepta, but we reckon that Renault can say it better. The senior vice president commented: "Nepta's breathtaking proportions and carefully tailored, innovative elegance are in perfect keeping with Renault's long tradition in body design. Its unique opening panels and styling which combines volume and vitality makes Nepta a truly modern vehicle." Exactly.

Renault Altica
Wow, Renault must really have a point to prove about eye-catchingly gorgeous estates. Where the Clio Grand Tour emphasises the luxurious side of things, the Renault Altica focuses on the exciting. We shall let Renault do the talking again, with the same senior vice president describing aspects of its design as "flowing and sporty", "original and futuristic" and "bold and innovative".

You'd expect a car like this to be a tad thirsty. However, its fabulous Renault-Nissan engine offers exceptional efficiency, as well as excellent performance, whilst its aerodynamic design and the "Synthetic Jet" system further reduce the resistance of the car. All of this means that it uses much less fuel and releases fewer emissions than other cars in its class.

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Whilst all this dreaming is great fun, it is time to get back down to earth with a quote for Renault car insurance. Fortunately, you are sure to be happy with the price you get quoted if you choose duck2water Car Insurance Services, and you could even save as much as 30%.

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