Renault Group has moved into pole position in Europe in terms of low CO₂ emissions, with an average of 114.7g of CO2/km per vehicle (source: AAA-DATA) based on its passenger car sales over the full year 2013.

Renault Group attributed this to the recent rejuvenation of its ranges, notably including five models that return less than 100g of CO₂/km (Twingo, New Clio, Captur, Mégane and Dacia Sandero). In the small five-seater diesel car sector, New Clio Energy dCi 90 eco² is the class leader with 83 g/km. Overall, the New Renault Clio range emits 18.5 g of CO₂/km less than the model’s previous generation.

Meanwhile, Renault electric vehicle sales have also contributed significantly to the Group’s low average CO₂ emissions, the company said

Taken as a whole, the average level of CO₂ emissions per kilometer across Renault Group’s entire range has improved by nearly 11g in 2013 over 2012, falling from 125.5g/km to 114.7g/km (-8.6%).

This position of market leader is proof that the combination of our powertrain strategy—with our range of Energy engines—and our electric vehicle strategy is bearing fruit. Thanks to these innovations, Renault Group is achieving tangible results and maintaining its objective to significantly reduce the long-term environmental footprint of its activities.