The all new Austral is available to order and test drive, with a 200hp petrol full hybrid powertrain with a 1.7kWh lithium-ion battery that achieves up to 60.1mpg on the combined WLTP cycle, with emissions from 105g/km of CO2 and an electric-only mode for town driving.
Demand for full hybrids in the UK continues to rise (+131%) and are attractive to customers who are not ready or able to have a home charging point but would like to enjoy the efficiency and environmental benefits of going hybrid.
Alongside its full hybrid powertrain, the Renault Austral will also deliver a sporty SUV design with a boot capacity of up to 555 litres, accessed via an electric tailgate on selected trims.
The interior features a contoured cockpit, 35 litres of modular storage and a range of technologies, including a wireless smartphone charging station and up 30 advanced driver assistance systems, plus Multi-Sense driving modes for different journeys and terrains.
Three versions will be offered – Techno, Techno Esprit Alpine and the Esprit Alpine.
The Techno includes 19-inch alloy wheels, matrix LED vision headlights, mirage-effect rear LED lights, flush roof bars, shark fin antenna, surround parking sensors with rearview camera, and hands-free key card with keyless entry.
Digital solutions include twin 12-inch screens for multimedia and driver information and a 9.3-inch head-up display, all powered by Google services, which include Google Play, Google Maps and Google Assistant. A range of up to 35 apps with exclusive content are available. Two front and two rear USB ports ensure connectivity with the 8-speaker Arkamys audio system.
The Techno Esprit Alpine model ups equipment with 20-inch alloy wheels, Esprit Alpine detailing, heated front seats and steering wheel, electric power tailgate, electric driver and front passenger seats with massage function, traffic & speed sign recognition with overspeed prevention, and adaptive cruise control with lane centering.
The top-rung Esprit Alpine adds in four-wheel steering, 12-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, 360-degree around view 3D camera, panoramic sunroof, and wireless phone charging station.
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