New Renault-Alpine racer for Gran Turismo – updated [w/video]

By: Steve Smith

Adding momentum to the relaunch of the Alpine brand next year is a new virtual concept Renault-Alpine to be part of the Vision Gran Turismo design series.

The model will be available to download and drive within the game and, like some other manufacturers who have designed cars for the console game, Renault has also produced a full-scale model.

The 900kg concept is based around a carbonfibre monocoque chassis and is powered by a mid-mounted 331 kW/580 N.m, 4.5-litre V8 engine. Power os to the rear wheels via a seven-speed sequential transmission and it should theoretically do 320 km/h.

While no individual element of the concept will make production, say Renault insiders, several details on the car have been “directly inspired” by the upcoming production sports car due for launch in 2016.

 

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