Following last month’s debut of the facelifted
Sandero and Logan models for South America, it is now time for the Sandero RS
to receive a revamp. It’s the first major makeover since the budget hot hatch launched in
2015 and the changes are mostly restricted to design changes.
For the 2020 model year, the Sandero RS gains new
LED taillights, new 17-inch black diamond wheels, new Renault Sport side decals
and red brake calipers inherited from the Racing Spirit limited edition. Other distinctive exterior
features, such as the F1-style blade, black roof spoiler, and dual exhaust,
remain unchanged. The interior also sources features from the Sandero RS Racing
Spirit, including the black headliner and red double-lined seats. In addition,
the door cards feature a fabric in a carbon fiber look.
The only one option available is the metallic paint,
in Fire Red, Étoile Silver or Nacré Black, as the Sandero RS comes with a white
paint as standard. Nothing changes from a mechanical standpoint, as the 2020 Sandero RS
features the same naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine that delivers 150 PS and 205 Nm of torque when fueled with ethanol and 145 PS and 201 Nm on gasoline.
Equipped with a short-ratio, six-speed manual
transmission, the Sandero RS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0
seconds and reach a top speed of 202 km/h. The Renault Sport-tuned
suspension, electro-hydraulic steering and four-wheel disc braking system
remain the same as well.
Standard gear includes the RS Drive system with
three driving modes (Standard, Sport and Sport+), hill start assist, electronic
stability, traction control, Media Nav Evolution infotainment system, automatic
air conditioning, rear view camera, power-adjustable mirrors, power windows,
and cruise control with speed limiter. Prices start from R$ 69,690
(US$ 17,710) in Brazil.
