New Delhi: Renault has come up with its Filante, a large hybrid SUV. However, it shares the name with the previous product, though the new Filante has no link to Renault’s earlier Filante concepts, including the 1950s jet-powered prototype or the recent Filante Record 2025 efficiency concept. This version is a production-ready SUV, and importantly, it is not fully electric.
The production will take place at Renault’s Busan plant in South Korea. The Filante will go on sale in South Korea in March 2026, with the launches in South America and the Gulf region expected in early 2027. However, Renault positions Filante as a global flagship, marking a key step in its international expansion plans.
Renault Filante: Powertrain
Renault Filante
The Renault Filante uses a version of the brand’s E-Tech hybrid system. It combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, two electric motors, a three-speed gearbox, and a 1.64 kWh battery. Together, the system produces 247 bhp and 417 lb ft of torque. While Renault has not shared fuel efficiency figures yet, the setup suggests a focus on balancing performance with lower emissions rather than pure electric driving.
Renault Filante: Platform
Renault Filante platform
Built on the CMA platform, the Filante is a large SUV, measuring close to 5 metres in length and about 1.9 metres wide. This makes it noticeably bigger than popular seven-seat SUVs like the Skoda Kodiaq.
Renault Filante roof
The bold design is enhanced by a sharp front end, a sloping coupe-style roof, and large Renault badges. It has a large rear spoiler, black exterior panels, and 19 or 20-inch wheels.
Renault Filante: Features
Renault Filante features
Inside, the Filante is heavily focused on digital features. The dashboard houses three 12.3-inch screens, supported by a large 25.6-inch augmented reality head-up display. There is also a digital rear-view mirror and a fixed 1.1 square metre panoramic sunroof, which should add to the sense of space inside the cabin.