2011 Renault Samsung SM7

Renault has unveiled 2011 Renault Samsung SM7. SM7 is a spacious saloon with sophisticated design features and powered by the third generation of the Nissan VQ engine. The vehicle is equipped with the latest technological innovations and combines elegance, traveling comfort, a and a quiet ride with safety.

2011 Renault Samsung SM7 iNterior and Exterior. The latest-generation SM7 combines bold, striking lines with an unmistakable sense of refinement and elegance. The front end is built around a single-structured grille flanked by the original gaze of the car’s adaptive and directional bi-Xenon headlights. The character line and chrome trimming add further to the implicit sense of dynamism and quality.

2011 Renault Samsung SM7 Engines and transmissions. The first option is a 2.5-liter V6 churning out 190hp and 180 lb-ft of torque. The second option is a 3.5-liter V6 delivering an output of 258hp and 243 lb-ft. Both engines are mated to a standard six-speed automatic transmission with a manual shift function.

2011 Renault Samsung SM7 prices which ranges from €19,724 to €25,641.

ON THE ROAD
The pleasant surprise with the revamped SM7 was its impressive road manners.

It may be based on the underpinnings of the SM5, but there is a more agile and easy-moving feel thanks to the firmer suspension. The nimble responsiveness did not however ripple through the cornering test and surface irregularities. The handling performance was second to none, even when turning nearly 90 degrees on a zigzag uphill at 80 km per hour, giving minimal kickbacks. The decent cornering grip felt safe especially at high-speed. On the sports-mode, the first driving option adopted as a mid-sized sedan in Korea, steering felt heavier but it delivered a stronger torque response.

The engine pulled impressively, making for effortless acceleration, but the main let-down was a mild torque steer at high acceleration.

COMFORT
There's a European minimalism to the interior. The electrically adjustable driver seat provides great support, with heat option and massage function. The aviation head-rest has adjustable cushions on both sides.

The Nappa leather seat covers and spacious interior big enough for two sun-roofs contribute to the feeling of a more upmarket package. It is professional but conservative to the point of being a bit of a yawn.

The best part about the performance was its noise control. The new SM7 was quiet in engine startup and acceleration.
In the rear, seats were surprisingly roomy thanks to the 70 mm legroom expansion from the old SM7. Other aspects of the rear are familiar: shared armchair, sun roof, retractable sun-shades and plenty of storage space.
There is a built-in perfume diffuser and air-ionizer, which frankly were over-the-top accessories that just took up space.