Renault’s Arkana gets updated with new trims and push upmarket

Renault is introducing an updated version of its Arkana SUV, which sees the addition of a new Esprit Alpine trim level and further upgrades that aim to bring this model more upmarket.

The Arkana was introduced in 2021 as a new addition to Renault’s SUV line-up. Launching as its first coupe-styled model of this type, 163,000 have been sold since. Despite only being on sale for a short period, Renault is already introducing various updates.

There’s a new ‘aerodynamic blade’ at the front to give the Arkana a sportier look, while the LED headlights have a smoked finish as well.

One of the main changes is that the previous R.S. Line trim level has been replaced with an Esprit Alpine grade, which is something that’s already been seen on the Austral SUV, as well as the latest Clio.

The Arkana comes as standard in the UK with a full-hybrid powertrain, which uses a 1.6-litre petrol engine paired to two electric motors and a small battery. Renault says it can run for 80 per cent of the time on electricity in urban environments, and can return CO2 emissions as low as 105g/km.

Orders for the updated Renault Arkana are set to open later this summer, with prices likely to start from around £29,000.