Having never leased a car before I was a bit anxious and had so many questions. My contact was really helpful and took her time to explain everything in detail. I missed out on the car I wanted but she sourced something better and it met my budget. The car was delivered and I LOVE it
Renault Rafale SUV
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Renault Rafale SUV
Download vehicle brochureThe Renault Rafale is a distinctive coupe-SUV that offers the best of all worlds when it comes to style, practicality and efficiency. The Rafale features an ‘E-Tech’ full hybrid powertrain that can return up to 60 miles to the gallon, helping to lower fuel bills, while power of 200 hp means it’s also quick off the mark.
Key facts & figures
- Manufacturer OTR: £42,195
- Fuel consumption: 60.1 mpg
- Gearbox: Automatic
- Fuel Type: Hybrid
- Engine size: 1199 cc
- 0-62mph: 8.9 seconds
- No. of seats: 5
- CO2 emissions: 106 g/km
- Engine power: 200 bhp
- Boot size: 530 cm³
The Rafale name will mean quite a lot to aviation lovers, whether it’s used for the Dassault Rafale fighter jet or the Renault-engined Caudron racers of the 1930s, but now Renault hopes it will become a household name among motorists. The new Rafale is a larger, coupe-shaped take on the Austral family SUV, but one with some slightly more premium aspirations, which put it in the firing line of some pretty big players.
Yes, Renault wants this to be seen as a rival to the Audi Q5 Sportback, the BMW X4 and even the Range Rover Evoque, but the French company has given it a comparatively low list price with which it hopes to entice customers away. Will it work for those looking to lease, and will the Rafale have what it takes to shoot down the premium aces?