Renault’s Latin American division has published a teaser video that previews a hot-rodded version of the Sandero, a compact entry-level hatchback sold as a Dacia throughout most of Europe.
Called Sandero RS, the hot hatch gains a deep front bumper with a Formula 1-inspired blade (a styling cue that it shares with most current members of the Renault Sport lineup), side skirts on both ends and a roof-mounted spoiler. The RS further stands out from the no-frills regular Sandero thanks to a model-specific radiator grille with a small “RS” emblem and multi-spoke alloy wheels.
Called Sandero RS, the hot hatch gains a deep front bumper with a Formula 1-inspired blade (a styling cue that it shares with most current members of the Renault Sport lineup), side skirts on both ends and a roof-mounted spoiler. The RS further stands out from the no-frills regular Sandero thanks to a model-specific radiator grille with a small “RS” emblem and multi-spoke alloy wheels.
Renault is keeping its lips tightly sealed so official technical details are not available, but WorldCarFans reports the Sandero RS will be powered by a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine borrowed from the Duster crossover. In the off-roader, the four-banger is tuned to generate about 140 horsepower.
The RS sits lower than a stock Sandero, hinting that Renault Sport has thoroughly tweaked the suspension. Bigger brakes are also part of the package.
Stay tuned, Renault is expected to fully unveil the Sandero RS in the next couple of days. The hot hatch will go on sale in select Latin American countries before the end of the year but at the time of writing Renault is not planning on adding it to its lineup in Europe.
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