Renault planning spunky crossover

Published Apr 3, 2012

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Renault is reportedly about to capitalise on the success of Nissan's eccentric little Juke crossover by creating its own version.

Given the French company's alliance with Nissan, the vehicle would share most of its mechanical components with the Juke but have completely different styling. According to the UK's Auto Express magazine, the Renault crossover's design would be inspired by the Capture concept that you see in the pictures - albeit toned down.

This means it'll be the first Renault crossover to explore Renault's more vibrant design language, as previewed by its most recent batch of concept cars.

Don't expect anything radical mechanically, with most models being front-wheel driven by the same range of engines that you'd find in the Juke. These include an 81kW 1.5-litre turbodiesel and 86kW 1.6 petrol, with the 140kW 1.6 turbopetrol an enticing possibility - perhaps even with RS or Gordini badging.

The Juke-based crossover will form part of a totally rejuvenated Renault small car range, including the facelifted Twingo, Zoe electric hatch and the next-generation Clio, which is due to be shown toward the end of this year.

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