Renault Rafale
Renault's flagship coupé SUV combines Alpine-tuned dynamics with a sophisticated 300 hp plug-in hybrid powertrain.
- Power
- 300 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.1 s
- Top speed
- 112 mph
About the Renault Rafale
The Rafale E-Tech 4x4 300 serves as Renault's flagship, introducing a high-performance plug-in hybrid system that adds a 136 hp electric motor to the rear axle for permanent all-wheel drive. Developed with input from Alpine, the range-topping Atelier Alpine trim features a unique predictive active suspension system that uses a camera to read the road ahead and adjust damping in real time. It sits on the CMF-CD platform, sharing DNA with the Austral and Espace but with a distinct fastback silhouette and four-wheel steering for enhanced agility. The powertrain offers a significant electric-only range of up to 65 miles, positioning it as a premium, efficiency-focused alternative in the D-segment SUV market.
Renault Rafale specs
The Renault Rafale produces 300 bhp (224 kW) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.1 seconds and has a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Rafale |
| Trim | E-Tech 4x4 300 |
| Years | 2024–present |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | Coupé SUV |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.2-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder plug-in hybrid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,199 cc (1.2 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 300 bhp (224 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 6.1 s |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed multi-mode automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,934 kg (4,264 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 155 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Renault Rafale rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Rafale is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 23 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
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Renault Rafale fun facts
- The Rafale is named after the Caudron-Renault C.460 Rafale, a single-seat racing aircraft that set multiple speed records in the 1930s.
- Its 'Solarbay' panoramic glass roof uses polymer-dispersed liquid crystal technology to switch from transparent to opaque at the touch of a button.
- The Atelier Alpine trim features a chassis specifically tuned by Alpine engineers, including unique springs, dampers, and anti-roll bars.