The Renault Austral is a unique SUV. Compact on the outside, spacious and modular on the inside, it is the most versatile vehicle available in the C segment.

Positioned alongside Renault Rafale, it supports the hybrid arm of the Renault range in the C- and D-segment offensive announced in the Renaulution Strategic Plan.

New Renault Austral has received a contemporary makeover, with a fully transformed front end. The cues of Renault’s new design language are visible on most of the body features, giving it an overall look that is consistent with the Renault Rafale.

The interior ambience echoes the elegance of the exterior styling, with new front seats and upholstery. It also gains technology rivalling higher market segments, with new apps available via the OpenR Link system with Google built-in.

Ultra-versatile, New Renault Austral delivers an exceptional driving experience on both long journeys and the daily commute. With its full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain and clutchless multi-mode automatic gearbox, it offers one of the best power / fuel efficiency / driving comfort ratios on the market.

Multi-Sense and up to 30 new-generation ADAS also contribute to a level of driving comfort and onboard safety on a par with the best.

New Renault Austral is available in three trim levels: techno, techno esprit Alpine and iconic esprit Alpine.

Advanced onboard connectivity

The OpenR twin screen combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel with a 12-inch multimedia screen. With the 9.3-inch head-up display on esprit Alpine versions, the display area totals 1,000 cm², equivalent to three touch-screen tablets.

In addition to enhanced Bluetooth, Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, the multimedia system gains new graphics and a welcome tune developed in collaboration with Jean-Michel Jarre.

The central console includes an induction charger, two USB-C ports and a 12V socket. Rear passengers have access to two USB-C ports and a 12V socket on the back of the central armrest.

The OpenR link multimedia system with Google built-in offers the best of Google’s services and apps, including Google Maps navigation, Google Assistant voice control and Google Play with over 50 apps.

Full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain

The full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain is mated to an intelligent clutch-less automatic multi-mode dog-box. Fitted with new software, the gearbox is more responsive, eliminating flat-spots on kick-down or acceleration.

The full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain comprises a 3-cylinder 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol engine developing 130 hp (96 kW) with 205 Nm of torque, and two electric motors:

+ the main electric motor has a capacity of 50 kW (70 hp and 205 Nm) and is powered by a 2 kWh/400V lithium-ion battery. This motor is for electric driving.

+ the secondary electric motor or high-voltage starter generator (HSG) develops 25 hp for 50 Nm of torque. This motor starts the internal combustion engine and manages gear changes.

Already compliant with the future Euro 6 E bis emissions standard, the full hybrid E-Tech 200 hp powertrain has standard WLTP combined-cycle fuel consumption of 4.7 litres/100 km (106g of CO² per km).

Still being built at the Palencia plant (Spain), New Renault Austral will be available in the second half of 2025.