Renault has unveiled the Filante, a new E-segment crossover powered by the brand’s upgraded full hybrid E-Tech 250 hp powertrain. Built at Renault’s Busan plant in South Korea on the CMA platform, the Filante serves as the automaker’s new international flagship, targeting markets in Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America beginning March 2026.
Highlights
- Full hybrid E-Tech 250 hp powertrain combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with two electric motors, delivering 565 Nm of combined torque and enabling up to 75% electric city driving
- Over 30 advanced driver assistance systems debut alongside three new technologies: emergency collision avoidance, digital interior rear-view mirror, and child presence detection
- 654 liters of cargo capacity with seats up, expandable to 2,071 liters with rear seats folded
- Market rollout begins in South Korea in March 2026, followed by select Latin American markets and Gulf States in early 2027
Hybrid Powertrain Architecture
The Filante’s E-Tech 250 system pairs a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine producing 150 hp and 250 Nm with two electric motors integrated into a DHT Pro automatic transmission. Combined system output reaches 250 hp and 565 Nm of torque.
A 1.64 kWh lithium-ion battery enables up to 75% of city driving in all-electric mode under favorable conditions. The vehicle always starts in electric mode. Renault claims fuel consumption reductions of up to 50% compared with equivalent non-hybrid petrol engines, with CO₂ emissions rated at 106 g/km.
The DHT Pro (Dedicated Hybrid Transmission) integrates:
- Two electric motors (100 kW/320 Nm and 60 kW/180 Nm)
- Dual epicyclic gearset with three-speed capability
- High-pressure hydraulic module
- Dual clutch for seamless operating mode transitions
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Renault Filante features over 30 ADAS technologies grouped under the Renault Easy Drive suite. Standard systems include intelligent adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, lane centering, emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, traffic sign recognition, advanced blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, Auto Park Assist, and 360-degree cameras with transparent chassis view.
Three systems make their Renault debut on the Filante:
- Emergency collision avoidance supports evasive maneuvers between 18 and 75 mph with increased steering torque, using data from cameras and vehicle sensors
- Digital interior rear-view mirror improves rear visibility and integrates electronic toll collection
- Child presence detection monitors the cabin and triggers alerts if a child is left inside
Dimensions and Interior Space
The Filante measures 4,915 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width, and 1,635 mm in height, with a 2,820 mm wheelbase. Ground clearance stands at 201 mm.
Interior dimensions include:
- Rear knee room: 320 mm
- Rear headroom: 874 mm
- Front headroom: 951 mm
- Boot capacity: 654 liters (seats up) / 2,071 liters (seats folded)
Connected Technology Platform
The OpenR Panorama infotainment system incorporates three 12.3-inch screens and runs on Android Automotive. A 25.6-inch augmented-reality head-up display projects key information into the driver’s field of vision.
Additional connectivity features include four USB-C ports, wireless smartphone charging, onboard Wi-Fi, and multipoint Bluetooth for two devices. The My Renault app enables remote vehicle functions including location tracking, cabin pre-conditioning, and digital key access for up to five users.
Software updates are delivered via over-the-air (SOTA) technology.
Market Strategy
The Filante supports Renault’s 2027 International Game Plan, which targets eight new vehicle launches outside Europe between 2024 and 2027. The brand aims for one in three international sales to be hybrid or electric within this timeframe.
Production takes place at Renault Korea’s Busan facility, with positioning in the E segment supporting the brand’s upmarket strategy in a Korean market where D and E segment vehicles represent 51.6% of sales.
For more information, visit www.press.renault.co.uk.
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