The new Renault Arkana was presented on Greek soil and we had the opportunity to taste the first driving experience of the new coupe SUV of the French brand. The trend of the time is the development and construction of SUV models, as well as the path to electric propulsion. However, the new era wants SUVs to be more attractive, sportier, more imposing. In this context, Renault unveils the Arkana, which is an SUV (distance from the ground 200 mm), but at the same time has coupe design elements. The body is mounted on large diameter wheels and its length reaches 4,568 m., The height is 1,571 m. And the wheelbase is 2,720 m. Its overall dimensions give a more fluid profile, while the chrome decorative details, such as windows, door guards and dark front wing eyebrows emphasize even more the prestige of the construction.
Inside, Renault’s familiar layout comes with high quality materials and assembly. Equipped with a digital dashboard that includes a 4.2, 7 or 10.2 inch color screen (depending on the version) and a 7 or 9.3 inch center screen, which offers one of the largest viewing surfaces in the category. The center console has large storage spaces and a wireless (inductive) smartphone charging system, side pockets and a passenger side net. The car also has an automatic electric parking brake from the first level of equipment, with Auto Hold capability in the richer versions. Also, the richer versions have a large, vertical 9.3-inch touch screen for a high-tech feel.
The new Arkana offers a significant level of space for a sports model, while the luggage space is 513 liters (480 liters for the E-TECH Hybrid version with a tire repair kit).
In terms of engines, the new Renault Arkana comes exclusively with hybrid technology. The 145-horsepower E-TECH Hybrid engine includes a 1,598 cc naturally aspirated 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine. new generation. It is equipped with a particulate filter to reduce emissions and its power is 91 hp, while it works with two electric motors, a 36 kW and a 15 kW HSG (High-Voltage Starter Generator). The average consumption – according to the company – is 4.9 l / 100 km and CO2 emissions start at 112 g / km. There is also the mild hybrid version, which is based on the 4-cylinder 1.3 TCe direct injection turbo gasoline engine. The micro-hybrid technology is implemented through the addition of an alternator system, in combination with a 12V lithium-ion battery, placed under the front passenger seat. The engine is mated to a 7-speed EDC dual-clutch automatic transmission. In this case we have an average consumption of 5.8 liters / 100 km and CO2 emissions do not exceed 132-138 g / km. (WLTP values).
Renault has already opened the order lists of the new Arkana, while the first deliveries are scheduled for January 2022. The price for the 1.3 TCe 140 Expression version starts at 25,290 euros.
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