2022 Renault AUSTRAL

Renault reveals more of its new SUV, AUSTRAL

• The New Renault AÚSTRAL has entered its final stage of development
•Offering the latest-generation E-Tech hybrid, a 1.3 TCe unit with a 12V mild hybrid solution and, for the first time in the Renault range, a 1.2 TCe unit with 48V mild hybrid technology
•A fleet of around 100 of the new SÚV's will now be tested on European roads to ensure the model's reliability and fine-tune its engine optionsEvery time a new model is launched, test vehicles are taken through months of intensive trials in order to ensure the utmost quality and reliability. These endurance tests are undertaken to confirm the reliability and longevity of the vehicles various components.





Renault's new SÚV will therefore cross France, Spain, Germany and Romania in order to confirm the results of the previous checks. Nine hundred drivers will cover 600,000km of open roads in real-life conditions, while the remaining 1,400,000km will take place on the track.

These tests will enable the teams to approve the adjustments made to the new CMF-CD3 platform and driver assistance systems, as well as the sound-proofing and comfort of the suspension system, so that future customers can enjoy the best conditions.



This range of engines will offer record-breaking performance, with reduced CO2 emissions – from 105g CO2/km (for the E-Tech engine according to the WLTP cycle, subject to approval) – and up to 200hp maximum power.

Source - Renault