Hybrid Renault Captur and Arkana SUVs years away from Australian showrooms

Fuel-efficient hybrid versions of the Renault Captur city SUV and Renault Arkana small SUV could still be years away from local showrooms even though they are already on sale in Europe.

“We think the hybrid version of the Arkana and the hybrid version of the Captur would be great additions to the Australian showroom line-up, but it will take time,” the boss of Renault Australia Glen Sealey told a recent media briefing.

“Timing will depend on European demand. We’re not expecting it this year. Hopefully, 2024, maybe 2024.

“If you have a look at the financials for Renault, they say every (hybrid) model in Europe today has a three-and-a-half month wait.

“So, for us to get (in-demand) product is highly unlikely until demand eases in Europe or supply ramps up.”