RENAULTArkana 2023 - Present

　　Renault introduced the Arkana lineup on the market in 2019, offering an affordable SUV coupe for those who couldn't or wouldn't pay the high sticker price of a BMW X4 or a Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe. Sales went through the roof, and despite the 2020 pandemic situation, it exceeded 240,000 units by 2023 when the French automaker launched the upgraded version of the vehicle.

　　Since the automaker promoted the vehicle as a sporty alternative to a hatchback, it added some muscular looks to the vehicle. At the front, the 2024 Arkana featured a new bumper fitted with a large, trapezoidal grille flanked on the sides by a pair of scoops that channeled air onto the front discs. The radar for the adaptive cruise control and the advanced safety systems was placed in the middle, and Renault added a lip spoiler underneath it. On the upper grille, the automaker installed the redesigned company's logo, connected with the headlights via a shiny black line. From its profile, the sporty-looking SUV coupe featured fake exhaust vents on the front fenders, and the side sills were emphasized by dark tones. Furthermore, the automaker adorned the wheel arches with black plastic moldings, which created the impression of larger wheels. On the rear fascia, Renault added a new bumper decorated with fake exhausts mounted under the underbody plastic shield that mimicked aluminum.

　　Inside, Renault added new materials made from recycled elements. On the dashboard and seats, it introduced the Eco-tep and imitation suede, while the door cards boasted red, white, and blue stitching, resembling France's national flag. Between the bolstered front seats, the center console housed the e-gear lever that was completely electrical, without any cables between it and the gearbox. On the dashboard, the carmaker kept the same digital instrument cluster, and the touchscreen display for the infotainment system was placed atop the center stack. In the back, the automaker installed a split-folding bench for three that could expand the trunk area. Even though the headroom was nothing to write home about it, it was suitable for children and average-sized adults.

　　The automaker built the Arkana on the CMF-B platform and installed gasoline and hybrid powertrains. But despite the crossover look, all versions sent their power to the front wheels only. Furthermore, unlike other SUV-coupe vehicles on the market, the Arkana featured semi-independent rear suspension since it was a more affordable technical solution. For the 2024 Arkana, Renault offered a choice of engines ranging between 140 PS (138 HP) and 160 PS (158 HP). The carmaker also installed a hybrid version that provided a total output of 145 PS (143 HP) from a 94 PS (93 HP) internal combustion engine, helped by a 36 kW (48 HP) electric motor.

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