The new Renault AUSTRAL is in the final stages of development. With each new model launch, our vehicles undergo months of intensive testing to ensure the highest quality and reliability. These endurance tests also aim to validate the longevity of the various components.
The new Renault AUSTRAL completes in these severe conditions the latest validations of its new CMF-CD3 platform and the range of fully electrified engines.
Mandatory tests to provide the best quality
The new Renault AUSTRAL enters today the so-called “Confirmation Runs”. Specifically, a fleet of about 100 vehicles will cover 2 million kilometers.
Thus, the new Renault AUSTRAL SUV will travel through France, Spain, Germany and Romania to verify the validity of the validations performed in the previous phases. 900 drivers will cover 600,000 km on the open road, while another 1,400,000 kilometers will be covered on the circuit.
These tests will make it possible, for example, to validate the choice of settings for the new CMF-CD3 platform, to check the driving assistance systems, the sound insulation and even the comfort of the suspension to offer the best to our future customers.
A range of 100% electric motors
Among the validations considered are those of the powertrain. Renault AUSTRAL will benefit from a range consisting exclusively of hybrid petrol engines, mostly consisting of completely new engine options: a new generation E-TECH Hybrid engine, a 1.3 TCe mild-hybrid 12V engine and the new 1.2 TCe 48V mild-hybrid.
This range of engines will deliver record-breaking performance: reduced emissions from 105 g CO2 / km (for the E-TECH engine in the WLTP cycle, pending approval), and maximum power of up to 200 hp.
About Renault
Renault, a historic mobility brand and a pioneer of electric vehicles in Europe, has always developed innovative vehicles. Through its “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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