Renault India would be launching three new cars, including a small car, in the Indian market by 2012-end.

Mr Len Curran VP sales and marketing of Renault India told reporters that “The three launches are part of the plans of the company, which is the fully owned subsidiary of Renault has to introduce five new cars in the market.”

He said that a small car would be launched this year, while in the mini SUV segment 'Duster' would be launched by May to June next year and a mid-size sedan by next year end. By 2015, Renault is hoping to be among the top three brands.

Launching the new Koleos in Kerala, Mr Len Curran said the state was an important market as the car penetration here was the highest in the country. For every 1,000 population, 40 people have cars in Kerala, which was much above the national average.

There are presently 14 dealerships in the country and plans are to touch 40 by the year end, 70 by mid next year and 100 by 2012 end. India is the first country where Koleos has been launched.

(Sourced from www.cityjournal.in)