Renault Hydrogen Car Concept Emblem
Set to Debut at Paris Motor Show
A Closer Look at Its Performance Levels
Renault continues to push the boundaries of automotive innovation with its latest hydrogen-powered concept car, the Emblem. Unveiled ahead of the Paris Motor Show, this sleek, coupe-style SUV boasts futuristic design cues, combining sharp, streamlined lines with a forward-thinking eco-friendly powertrain.
As hydrogen vehicles emerge as a viable alternative to pure electric cars in the race for sustainable mobility, Renault is positioning the Emblem as a competitor to established models like Hyundai’s Nexo and Toyota’s Mirai. Here’s a closer look at what the Emblem brings to the table.
A Different Design from Nexo
Maximum Range of 621 Miles?
The Renault Emblem is built around hydrogen fuel cell technology, offering a significant reduction in emissions compared to Renault’s other models. According to the automaker, the Emblem cuts emissions by 90% compared to the Captur (an internal combustion model) and 80% compared to the electric Megane. It follows in the footsteps of Renault’s earlier hydrogen concept, the Scenic Vision, but steps up the game with a hydrogen powertrain paired with a 30kW fuel cell and an NMC battery.
The Emblem is designed to minimize the use of the fuel cell and operates slightly differently than the Toyota Mirai and Hyundai Nexo. Renault has not revealed exact figures but says the Emblem can travel up to 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) on two five-minute charges.
Built on the Same Platform as Scenic
Potential for EV Version
Although still in concept form, the Emblem is built on the same Ampr medium platform as the all-electric versions of the Megane and Scenic. This has led to speculation that Renault could offer the Emblem as an EV in the future. After all, the Scenic concept was initially equipped with a hydrogen powertrain but eventually transitioned to electric before production.
If the Emblem does take the EV route, it could share similar specifications to the Scenic, with a single motor mounted on the rear axle producing 215 horsepower. Additionally, the Emblem’s weight, at 1,750 kilograms (3,858 pounds), is roughly 100 kilograms (220 pounds) lighter than the Scenic. Renault has reportedly applied F1-inspired technology to its design to boost aerodynamic efficiency.
Can Renault Leverage Its Strengths?
As a brand known for its practical, subcompact, and compact SUVs, Renault has the opportunity to bring the Emblem to market in a way that’s both eco-friendly and accessible to a broader audience. Whether the Emblem will remain a hydrogen vehicle or eventually switch to electric remains to be seen, but it’s clear that Renault is committed to pushing the envelope in sustainable automotive design.
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