Renault Arkana 2026 News

Renault has added a mild hybrid version of its slow-selling Arkana small SUV to its Australian line-up.This new variant replaces the petrol-only model previously on sale. It will start from $41,990 before on-road costs, meaning buyers will have to pay $5000 more than before to get into an Arkana. The price increase does come with some extra gear, with the previous mid-tier Techno grade now kicking off the range now, as well as the addition of mild hybrid assistance. The Esprit Alpine remains the same price at $45,990 (before on-road costs).While Renault is calling this a hybrid, it's not a hybrid like the systems found in Toyota, Honda and Hyundai models. The Arkana’s hybrid system is more akin to a mild hybrid, with its electric motor producing only 3.6kW. It will continue to take on the likes of the Toyota C-HR, Hyundai Kona and Kia Seltos, as well as the Mazda CX-30. The Arkana comes in roughly $5000 cheaper than the fully plugless hybrid C-HR, but it is more expensive than the cheapest Kona hybrid and Seltos petrol variants. The petrol-only Mazda CX-30 is cheaper again. It continues to be powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, producing 116kW and 270Nm, representing minor increases on the previous version. All variants of the Arkana Hybrid come with front-wheel drive, meaning there is no all-wheel drive option as on some rivals. Inside the Arkana has a 9.3-inch central vertical touchscreen and a 10.3-inch digital driver display, with wireless phone charging. It is expected the new Arkana Hybrid will hit showrooms from next month. 2026 Renault Arkana Hybrid pricing Australia2026 Renault Arkana Hybrid engine and efficiency2026 Renault Arkana Hybrid standard features Other standard features include:Wireless phone chargerSatellite navigationElectric tailgateElectrically operated front seatsHeated front seatsSynthetic leather steering wheelEsprit Alpine grade addsPremium eight-speaker Bose sound systemFrameless auto-dimming rear-view mirrorSuede-style and synthetic leader seats with embroidered Alpine ‘A’Heated steering wheelPrivacy glassSlate-look trim19-inch alloy wheelsOpening sunroof2026 Renault Arkana Hybrid safety The Renault Arkana Hybrid is currently unrated, with the Arkana's five-star rating expiring at the end of the last year. Standard safety features: Emergency auto brakingForward collision warningSafe distance warningLane departure warningLane keep assistLane centringTraffic sign recognitionAdaptive cruise controlBlind spot monitoringRear-view camera360-degree camera2026 Renault Arkana dimensions 2026 Renault Arkana Hybrid warranty and servicing The Renault Arkana Hybrid comes with a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty.It has a five-year capped-price servicing plan available for purchase, with firm details still to be revealed.