Mercedes Benz to end Citan and T-Class van production by mid-2026 On April 11, multiple sources reported that Mercedes Benz will stop making its small vans, the Citan and T-Class models, by mid-2026 as part of its plan to focus on more profitable medium and large vans. Both models were developed in collaboration with Renault and based on the Renault Kangoo, built at the Maubeuge plant in France. Despite efforts to increase sales, demand for these...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

was essentially a rebadged version of the Nissan pickup, which limited its appeal and export potential. Remaining stock is being sold at dealerships, with prices ranging from ARS 38.3 to 56.1 million. Production of other Renault models at the Santa Isabel plant such as the Sandero, Stepway, Logan, Kangoo, and the upcoming Niagara Project will continue unaffected. (Motor 1 Argentina on March 28, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/01

Renault launches revamped light commercial vehicle range in Turkiye On December 18, Oyak Renault has unveiled its refreshed light commercial vehicle range in Turkiye, featuring the Kangoo, Master, and Trafic models. At an exclusive event, Renault showcased its revamped light commercial lineup to the press. The fourth generation Renault Master will be available in Türkiye from December 23, 2024, with prices starting at TL 1,495,000 for the panel ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/20

a. The plant produces the Nissan Frontier/Navara and Alaskan models, and according to Nissan, this decision was made due to a drop in demand in export markets. Production of these vehicles is expected to resume on October 15. It was also noted that the production of the Logan, Sandero, Stepway, and Kangoo models will not be affected, nor will it impact the Niágara project. (Motor 1 Argentina on September 24, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/27

Group, Volvo Group and CMA CGM Group, designs, develops and manufactures a new generation of 100% electric commercial vans and provide fleet management solutions based on a Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) architecture. The Estafette Concept is a compact yet spacious all-electric van that blends the Kangoo L2’s length, Clio’s agility, and Trafic L1H2’s load capacity. It features full connectivity and leverages the SDV (Software-Defined Vehic...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/16

Renault Argentina announces arrival of fully electric Kangoo E-Tech On June 13, Renault announced the arrival of its 100% electric Kangoo E-Tech model in Argentina. This vehicle has a 90-kW (120 CV) motor and 245 Nm of torque powered by a 45-kWh lithium-ion battery that offers a range of 300 km WLTP. The Kangoo E-Tech also features three levels of regenerative braking that the driver can choose from: Level 1, limited regenerative mode, Level 2, s...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/15

Renault Argentina initiates exports of Kangoo model to Brazil On May 7, Renault Argentina announced that it has begun exporting Kangoo 1.6 SCe Flex units to Brazil. This vehicle reaches a maximum power of 84 kW and torque of 156 Nm with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive. The first units, produced at the Santa Isabel plant, will arrive in Brazil during the month of May, offering the highest loading capacity in the compact van seg...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/11

Euro NCAP releases crash avoidance ratings for eight small panel vans On March 27, Euro NCAP announced crash avoidance ratings for eight vans in the small panel van category. Mercedes Benz Citan and Volkswagen ID.Buzz Cargo received the top Platinum rating, with the Citan van scoring 87% and the ID.Buzz Cargo 83%. Citroën Berlingo, Fiat Doblo, Opel/Vauxhall Combo, Peugeot Partner, Renault Kangoo Van, and Volkswagen Caddy Cargo achieved Euro NCAP...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/27

remanufacturing activity for electric powertrain parts, offering customers affordable options (up to 30% cheaper) while reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Renault Group's after-sales offer includes reconditioned electric motor, power electronics, and traction battery for various models like ZOE and Kangoo E-Tech. By 2024, they aim to produce over 3,000 reconditioned parts for electric vehicles at the Flins plant, France. Renault Group builds an i...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/22

models, but recently there has been a change, and the structural base cost of Dacia cars has increased. Can you maintain the share of buyers for Dacia models amidst this change? -    CEO Luca de Meo: Actually, LCVs at Renault are attractive to businesses; they are highly competitive, such as the Kangoo and Traffic models. In terms of brand, Renault holds the number one position in Europe. Regarding Dacia, our strategy is for it to remain cost-...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/16

ectric models are eligible for the 2024 bonus, as per the 2024 finance bill decree. Scénic E-Tech electric with a 600+ km range is available for order since January 5, 2024, starting at EUR 35,990 (with a EUR 4,000 bonus). ZOE E-Tech electric (EUR 31,100), Mégane E-Tech electric (EUR 30,000), and Kangoo E-Tech electric (EUR 29,600), all assembled in France, qualify for the 2024 ecological bonus. Twingo E-Tech electric (EUR 21,500), produced in ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/15

Renault's Maubeuge plant rolls off 4 millionth Kangoo and Córdoba plant hits 450,000 units On December 15, Renault announced that its Maubeuge plant has rolled off 4,000,000th Kangoo vehicle i.e., Kangoo E-Tech electric car. Currently, Maubeuge's assembly lines roll out more than 400 Kangoo vehicles daily, with one produced every 90 seconds. Previously, in July 2023, the Maubeuge plant celebrated the rolls off of 150,000th third-generation Kango...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/15

cle. The results emphasize the need for manufacturers to commit to sustainability by reducing emissions, fuel consumption, and increasing efficiency. Tesla Model S achieves all 5-star ratings with an impressive 97% average score, demonstrating exceptional efficiency and thermal comfort. For Renault Kangoo E-Tech, Green NCAP's first electric MPV, disappoints with a lower grid-to-battery-output efficiency of 84%. Despite this, it manages to receive...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/24

IAA Mobility 2023: Renault unveils Grand Kangoo On September 5, Renault unveiled the new longer version of the Kangoo line-up, the all-new Grand Kangoo at the IAA Mobility in Munich. The vehicle offers the largest passenger compartment and cargo area ever, suitable for professional as well as private customers.The vehicle is developed in Renault's Maubeuge factory in Hauts-de-France (Northern France) and the orders for the vehicle will begin late...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/05

IAA Mobility 2023: Renault to present all-new Scenic E-Tech and other models On August 31, Renault announced that it will reveal the all-new Scenic E-Tech electric on September 4, embodying the brand's sustainable strategy at IAA Mobility 2023. Then all-new Grand Kangoo MPV with 7 seats will be featured on the next day.In the booth, Renault will also showcase new models including Rafale and Espace. Based on Renault press release...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/31

ent enables Targa Telematics, in its capacity as an Authorized Renault Telematics Services provider, to utilize the “Renault Easy Connect for Fleet”, connecting and activating most Renault passenger car and light commercial vehicle models, such as Renault Zoé, Twingo, Trafic, Mégane, Master, Kangoo, Clio, Captur, Express Van, Austral, and Arkana, and also Dacia Duster and Dacia Spring.The partnership will involve the integration of fleet d...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/20

Renault delays electric Megane E-Tech for Brazilian market until September On June 22, Renault announced that the Megane E-Tech will arrive in the Brazilian market in September, instead of Q2 2023. No reason was given for the delay by Renault. Two other electric models are expected to be launched in the Brazilian market, Kangoo E-Tech and Master E-Tech, though no launching date was announced by Renault. The Kangoo E-Tech has been presented by R...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/04

Renault Argentina to grow production, exports from Córdoba plant in 2023 On January 12, Renault Argentina announced that it is opening a new export market in 2023 for the Kangoo manufactured in Córdoba, which for the first time is outside of Latin America.The announcement is part of Renault’s plan to boost exports and grow sales in Argentina with only domestically produced models. In 2023, the company wants to exceed the 45,000 sales that it ...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/20

Paris MS 2022: Renault reveals specifications of all-new Kangoo E-Tech Electric On October 12, Renault announced that all-new Kangoo E-Tech Electric will be revealed at Paris Motor Show. Customers can place orders starting in November, and deliveries will arrive at the early beginning of 2023.It comes with a 90 kW motor delivering 245 Nm of torque. An Eco mode limiting the vehicle’s maximum speed (110 km/h) and power (56 kW) optimizes its range...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/13

yvia, Renault Group’s joint venture with Plug around hydrogen mobility, will present hydrogen vehicles, including the production Master Van H2-TECH, and examples of its unique H2 ecosystem. Renault will unveil a reinterpretation of the iconic Renault 4 for the first time worldwide. The All-new Kangoo E-TECH Electric, Renault 5 Turbo 3E, and Hippie Caviar Motel show cars will also be on show for the public for the first time, alongside the ...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/12