Renault Korea Launches 2026 Arkana... Hybrid Starting at 28.5 Million KRW

Scheduled for Delivery in Mid-April

Renault Korea announced on the 31st that it will start sales of the 2026 model year 'Renault Arkana,' a coupe-style sports utility vehicle (SUV), from April. The 2026 Arkana features the addition of the top-tier trim ‘Esprit Alpine’ and upgraded interior and exterior designs.

The 2026 Renault Arkana offers two powertrain options: hybrid (E-Tech Hybrid) and gasoline (1.6 GTe), with optimized specifications for each trim level.

The 2026 Arkana E-Tech Hybrid, available from 28,499,000 KRW (price reflecting eco-friendly vehicle tax benefits and individual consumption tax reduction), is equipped with a dual-motor series-parallel hybrid drive system and the latest convenience and safety features.

Renault Korea Launches 2026 Arkana... Hybrid Starting at 28.5 Million KRW

2026 Renault Arkana Esprit Alpine new trim. Photo by Renault Korea

The Arkana E-Tech Hybrid was developed by incorporating hybrid technology expertise from the Renault Group’s F1 machines. It utilizes series, parallel, and series-parallel hybrid modes depending on driving conditions. The official fuel efficiency is 17.4 km/L (combined) based on 17-inch wheels.

The 2026 Arkana E-Tech Hybrid adds the ‘Esprit Alpine’ trim as the new top-tier model, which integrates the heritage and sporty style of Alpine, the flagship sports car brand operated by the Renault Group’s Formula 1 (F1) team, into its design.

To commemorate the addition of the Esprit Alpine trim, the initial 290 units will feature a limited number plate with unique numbers from 1 to 290, placed on the dashboard at the front passenger side.

The openR link 9.3" navigation system, which supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto, provides real-time TMAP navigation information on a large horizontal display with a surface area of 272 cm². Real-time TMAP information can also be viewed on the 10.25” TFT cluster, enhancing driver convenience and safety. Additionally, features such as Assist Call, which connects to a 24-hour dedicated call center in emergencies, and wireless software updates (OTA) are available.

Microfiber seats with blue color stitching applied to the new trim of the 2026 Renault Arkana Esprit Alpine. Provided by Renault Korea

The Arkana E-Tech Hybrid comes standard with driving assistance systems that support convenience and safe driving. Notably, the Driver Drowsiness Alert Warning (DDAW) system and the MY SAFETY button, which allows turning ADAS functions on and off, are included as standard features across all trims.

The 2026 Renault Arkana is scheduled to begin deliveries in mid-April. For the E-Tech Hybrid model, reflecting eco-friendly vehicle tax benefits and individual consumption tax reductions, prices are ▲Techno 28,499,000 KRW ▲Iconic 32,139,000 KRW ▲Esprit Alpine 34,019,000 KRW.

The gasoline model, 1.6 GTe, is available at ▲Techno 23,000,000 KRW ▲Iconic 26,400,000 KRW, based on prices reflecting the individual consumption tax reduction.