New Renault Austral: Bold Design, Smarter Comfort, and Hybrid

The 2025 Renault Austral is shaping up as a benchmark in the compact SUV segment. With an assertive exterior, enhanced onboard comfort, and optimized hybrid performance, it delivers what many European families expect from a modern crossover. Renault calls it a “hybrid of excellence,” and the numbers back it up.

Table of Contents

1. Assertive Exterior Styling
2. Optimized Comfort and Spacious Interior
3. Hybrid Powertrain Options
4. Energy Efficiency and CO₂ Reduction
5. Digital Technology and Infotainment
6. Safety Features and Driver Assistance
7. Trim Levels and Market Strategy
8. Final Thoughts

1. Assertive Exterior Styling

Renault's latest design language is fully embodied in the Austral. The front fascia features:

• Full-LED lighting with signature C-shaped daytime running lights
• A wide, horizontal grille and geometric lower intakes
• A muscular shoulder line and dynamic proportions for road presence

The rear profile is shaped with:

• Tapered LED tail lights
• 3D Renault logo integration
• Gloss black and satin chrome details depending on trim

Key Dimensions:

• Length: 178 inches
• Width: 72 inches
• Height: 64.7 inches
• Wheelbase: 106 inches

2. Optimized Comfort and Spacious Interior

Interior comfort was a major development focus. The Renault Austral uses the new CMF-CD platform. The result:

• Best-in-class second-row space with a flat floor and sliding rear bench
• Cargo space: 17.2 to 20.5 cu ft with rear bench forward
• Max cargo volume: 1,525 liters (53.9 cu ft)

Premium Materials Include:

• Real aluminum and wood trim
• Foam-backed dashboard
• Alcantara, Nappa leather, and suede-like upholstery options

3. Hybrid Powertrain Options

Renault offers a wide range of electrified internal combustion powertrains.

Performance Highlights:

• 200 hp full hybrid system with no need to plug in
• Multi-mode clutchless transmission
• 1.7 kWh lithium-ion battery, 400V

4. Energy Efficiency and CO₂ Reduction

• Fuel consumption: 4.6 L/100 km (≈ 51 mpg)
• CO₂ emissions: 105 g/km
• EV mode: Up to 80% of urban driving possible on electric power

Driving Modes:

• Eco
• Comfort
• Sport
• Personal
• Snow (4Control Advanced models only)

5. Digital Technology and Infotainment

The Austral uses Renault’s OpenR display, combining:

• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• 12-inch vertical touchscreen
• 9.3-inch Head-Up Display (available)

Built-in services:

• Google Maps, Assistant, and Play Store
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Over-the-air updates