Why is Renault testing this Coupe SUV in India
Renault has had a difficult time surviving the cut-throat Indian market. It has enjoyed periods of great sales with cars like the Duster but has never been able to continue s good momentum. Currently, it is riding high on the sales of Kiger and it seems that Renault wants to continue this momentum by launching new cars. Images of a Renault coupe-styled SUV testing in India have surfaced. So why exactly is Renault testing this coupe SUV in India? In today’s article, we will find out the reasons.
Will it come to India?
There is no official confirmation from Renault regarding the launch of the Arkana in India. But it is reportedly evaluating it for the Indian market. If launched in India, the Arkana will come via the CBU route. So the Arkana will be expensive, but Renault will be looking to justify the price with upmarket interiors and technology.
Renault coupe SUV design
The front of the Arkana resembles the Captur. It gets C-shaped LED headlamps similar to the one we see on international models of Renault. The Arkana gets a sloping roof giving it that coupe-like design similar to the BMW X4. At the rear, it gets connected taillamps with sporty dual exhausts.
Arkana specifications
The new Arkana is based on Renault’s CMF-B platform. Globally, the Arkana comes with two petrol hybrid engine options. The first is 1.3-litre-turbo-petrol capable of producing 138bhp. This engine comes with a mild-hybrid setup. The second engine is 1.6-litre turbo-petrol with Renault’s E-tech.
Renault coupe SUV Features
Globally, the Renault Arkana comes loaded with features. Considering the Arkana will mostly come via the CBU route, we can expect the same features in India. It comes with a 9.3-inch infotainment system, blind-spot warning, fully digital instrument cluster, Bose premium sound system and a 360-degree camera.
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