Plein Sud: So wird der Renault R4 zum elektrischen Beinahe-Cabrio
Renault sorgt mit dem Comeback des R4 für frische Luft - und zwar jetzt gleich im doppelten Sinn. Denn zum emissionsfreien Elektroantrieb gibt es nun auch noch ein flächendeckendes Faltdach.
Köln – The Renault R4, now available in the Plein Sud variant, transforms the electric compact car into an open-air model reminiscent of a 1960s trend. According to Renault, this idea draws from the Plein Air of the late 1960s. The Plein Sud electric model now joins the ranks of few electric open-air cars. However, it does not go as far as the Plein Air did, without doors, a solid roof, or a tailgate.
The new addition to the R4 lineup is not a full-fledged convertible, but rather, a vehicle with a large fabric roof that can be opened at the press of a button, extending well beyond the rear seat and exposing the view to the sky. When all side windows are open, the interior almost feels like being inside a real convertible. The Plein Sud pricing is at least 36,300 Euros, which is 1,800 Euros more than the closed version of the R4.
The electric drive remains the same, but the Plein Sud is only available with the larger of the two batteries, which stores 52 kWh and offers a range of approximately 390 kilometers. Powered by a front motor producing 110 kW/150 PS, the Plein Sud can reach speeds up to 150 km/h and provides thrilling driving experiences.
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