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New Renault Austral – now available for pre-order

  • High-tech, efficient and connected, the Austral, Renault’s all-new electrified SUV set to reconquer the C-segment, is now available to pre-order
  • Available to pre-order from Thursday 30 June 2022
  • Pre-order available in five countries in Europe – France, Spain, Italy, Germany and the Netherlands
  • Over 34,000 interested buyers have already joined the “Austral Now” customer relations programme

29 June 2022

Renault will start taking pre-orders online for the new Austral from Thursday 30 June 2022 in five countries in Europe – France, Spain, Italy, Germany and the Netherlands.

Over 34,000 interested buyers have already joined the “Austral Now” customer relations programme for the all-new Renault Austral, which launched in February. It offers a range of exclusive content through the programme’s own online platform and runs digital activation campaigns with subscribers through to the Austral’s release.

THE RENAULT AUSTRAL – INTRODUCING CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY TO THE WIDER MARKET

The all-new Austral was designed to comfortably accommodate the whole family, boasting a high-tech cockpit and a modern interior that is resolutely high quality, practical and spacious.

The OpenR screen is one of the largest in the automotive market, and combines the dashboard instrument display with the navigation and multimedia screen, which integrates the leading Google services and apps.

Fitted with the CMF-CD platform, the new Austral is adjustable and multi-purpose, featuring a split-folding rear seat that can also be individually adjusted along 16 cm rails to increase the luggage compartment capacity or the leg room for passengers in the back.

The all-new Austral inaugurates Renault’s third-generation four-wheel steering system, 4CONTROL Advanced. The only one of its kind in the C-SUV segment, the four-wheel drive chassis offers the manoeuvrability of a city car along with unparalleled stability.

THE BEST ENGINES IN TERMS OF FUEL EFFICIENCY AND EMISSIONS

E-TECH FULL HYBRID – the world’s top-performing hybrid engine

The all-new Austral introduces the second generation of the E-TECH Hybrid engine developed and patented by Renault. Packed full of advanced technology, the E-TECH Full Hybrid is equipped with a 1.2 L 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine paired with an electric motor on a 400V network for 160 or 200 hp. At 42%, the energy efficiency of the Austral makes it one of the top performers in the market. Its fuel efficiency, starting at 4.5 L/100 km1, is similar to that of the most cutting-edge diesel engines. Furthermore, the Austral generates very low levels of CO2 emissions (103 g of CO2/km1), while offering enhanced driving pleasure.

130 hp MILD HYBRID ADVANCED – a genuine alternative to diesel

The 130 hp Mild Hybrid Advanced engine combines the latest 1.2 L 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with a 48V lithium-ion battery and starter motor that assists the petrol engine when it requires the most energy – starting and accelerating – to inject additional power while minimising fuel use “Best in class” starting at 5.2 L/100 km and 118 g CO2/km.

140 hp or 160 hp MILD HYBRID – tried and tested technology

The entry-level Mild Hybrid engine boasts either 140 hp or 160 hp and utilises a 1.3 L 4-cylinder turbocharged direct injection petrol engine that is already available on a selection of Renault vehicles. Developed in collaboration with Daimler, the engine is backed up by a starter motor and a 12V lithium-ion battery and offers mixed cycle fuel economy “Best in class” as low as 6 L/100 km, with emissions of 137 g CO2/km.

THE “AUSTRAL NOW” CUSTOMER RELATIONS PROGRAMME

To find out more and sign up to the “Austral Now” customer relations programme, go to the Renault website in your country.


The all-new Austral is scheduled for release between now and the end of the year, with dates varying by country.

Orders will start to be taken in all countries after the summer.

 

 

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Elisabeth Prud’homme

Renault Press Officer, C/D Range, Engineering

Renault, a historic mobility brand and pioneer of electric vehicles in Europe, has always developed innovative vehicles. With the ‘Renaulution’ strategic plan, Renault has embarked on an ambitious, value-generating transformation moving towards a more competitive, balanced and electrified range. Its ambition is to embody modernity and innovation in technology, energy and mobility services in the automotive industry and beyond.

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New Renault Austral – now available for pre-order
New Renault Austral – now available for pre-order

Renault, a historic mobility brand and pioneer of electric vehicles in Europe, has always developed innovative vehicles. With the ‘Renaulution’ strategic plan, Renault has embarked on an ambitious, value-generating transformation moving towards a more competitive, balanced and electrified range. Its ambition is to embody modernity and innovation in technology, energy and mobility services in the automotive industry and beyond.