How is the first hybrid of the brand in Argentina

Renault It was one of the companies that first and more accelerated on the way to electromobility. Initially with models born to only use combustion engines, such as fluence and kangoo, and then with specific developments such as the evolution of Kangoo himself or the zoe. But all were pure electric.

However, the adoption of battery vehicles did not advance as fast as some European analysts predicted for the old continent and the rhombus brand had to adapt its strategy and also bet on hybrids.

It was in the midst of that shuffle and give again that the Arcand crossover Attractive appearance and with better dynamic behavior that has just been officially launched in the Argentine market.

That is why Arkana, which had been anticipated by the company during its summer actions, becomes the first hybrid of the French company in Argentina.

This model also introduces a level of termination called Esprit Alpine (alpine spirit) that It is inspired by the sportsmanship of the Formula 1 Alpine teambelonging to the Renault group, in full collapintomania I already hope that the Argentine pilot debuts in the French team.

How is Renault Arkana

The Arkana is a compact vehicle, built on the same platform that is used in Europe to manufacture the Clio, but with a larger figure: its length exceeds 4.5 meters.

But what most attracts attention are its forms, A mixture of SUV and sedan and with a rear sector with a coupe drop, fastback. It is a stylistic formula that gives very good results if the proportions of the vehicle retain a good relationship with each other, as is the case of Arkana.

This attractive silhouette is based on large wheels mounted on 18 ”tires that end up defining the good posture that transmits. The black details of the ESPRIT ALPINE equipment finish a figure that does not go unnoticed.

Inside take advantage of the benefits that this type of architecture gives. They generally give an initial feeling that the interior space will not be much and ends up being one of its greatest attributes. And in Arkana it occurs exactly.

The handling position is very good, with multiple and wide regulations that adapt to different contextures. The place in rear seats is very good for legs and the height of the head. The only improvable aspect is its availability to the wide, which makes it insufficient for three adults to travel comfortable. The ability of the trunk, on the other hand, is very wide.

From the driving post you can execute everything without problems. Even the central console has a inclination towards who is behind the wheel. The multimedia central is with a vertical disposal screen that carries a simple and easy interface. Anyway, the analog controls that complement are very convenient.

The instrument board is also digital and with good image quality. In addition, it offers various configuration options. It is to highlight the quality of the entire interior in general, not only for the materials but for the endings it presents. That sensation is potential at night with configurable environmental lighting.

The distinction details receive it thanks to the Spirit Alpine inner kit, which gives a combination of ecological leather and upholstery for the upholstery, with The alpine logo embroidered in the front backs and seams with the colors of the flag of France.

The equipment is very high, with some elements out of the ordinary for a car of this category such as the heat wheel, the Bose audio system with 9 speakers or the Full LED headlight package.

But what really makes a difference is with driving assistance systems. Renault lists up to 19 handling assistsamong which are the autonomous emergency brake with recognition of cyclists and pedestrians or adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, in addition to the semi -autonomous parking assistant.

The Renault Arkana comes with a propulsion system mild-hybrid or soft hybridization; That is, it is electrified but its electric generator does not have the capacity to move the wheels for itself and its main task is to attend the combustion engine and feed the electrical systems of the vehicle.

The person responsible for the acceleration of this model is a Naftero 1.3 turbo delivers 140 horsepower and that is linked to a double clutch automatic box and 7 speeds. But fundamentally it is necessary to highlight its 260 NM of Torque available couple from 1,750 rpm to 3,500 rpm.

That contributes to the entire response of the whole set is simply impeccable. Respond with solvency every time acceleration is required and make this compact into a vehicle with tremendous agility. At the same time, the accelerations are energetic but not abrupt, allowing an immediate reaction but without being annoying or with pulls.

Arkana comes with a function that the brand calls “sailboat mode” that helps reduce fuel consumption. As soon as the accelerator’s foot rises, The system turns off the thermal engine and unragrances the gearbox to take advantage of the advance by inertia.

While that happens the electric generator is the one that supplies all the systems to “remain alive.” Just touching the brake pedal or step on the accelerator again, the engine starts automatically and the box connects a march.

Learn to use This option will save fuel day to daysince the capacity to advance is a lot when this mode is activated and works from 30 km/h.

In part that is why Arkana’s consumption numbers are excellent: in Ciudad it is around 7 l/100 km, as if traveling on a route at 120 km/h. And if one leads every day in a energetic way and without worrying about consumption, the expense will exceed 8 l/100 km.

Dynamic behavior is the indicated for which a somewhat sporty touch appreciateswith a well -accurate direction and body balance sheets, although without resigning a good comfort of general march. The challenge that this model will have is to convince the public that its price, similar to that of larger models, is justified.

Arkana E-Tech Hybrid $43.900.000

Wheelbase 2,720 mm

50 liter fuel tank

NAFTERO MOTOR, 1.3L TURBO

Potency 140 cv and 4,500-6.000 RPM

Torque 260 Nm a 1.750-3.500 rpm

Automatic transmission, 7 speeds

Maximum speed 175 km/h

Acceleration 0-100 km/h 9.8 seconds

Average consumption 6.2 l/100 km

Front side airbags

Emergency autonomous brake with pedestrian and cyclists detection

Lane maintenance assistant

Rear cross traffic alert

Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go

Front and rear parking sensors

Automatic parking assistant

Automatic change of low/high lights

9.3 multimedia screen

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless

Cellular cell phone charger

10.2 digital board

Solar roof with electric opening