Renault Samsung SM7 concept

Making its debut at the Seoul Motor Show was the Renault Samsung SM7 concept.

Despite carrying the concept tagline, the car is a thinly veiled production model of the forthcoming Samsung SM7 in Asia, and possibly the next generation Renault Laguna or Safrane in Europe.

The D-segment sedan is based on a stretched platform that underpins the current SM5, and will go head to head with both the Hyundai Grandeur and Kia K7.

The car is a clear departure from the aging outgoing model it replaces. The muscular stance and larger diameter alloys denote a more athletic nature to the car; whilst the detailed surfacing, chrome trimmed DLO, daytime-running LED lights and full width rear light graphic project a more upmarket, premium feel to the car.

The Samsung SM7 is expected to reach the South Korean market early 2012.

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