2024 Renault Kardian - a Compact and Urban SUV in the B Segment
In late 2023, Renault unveiled a new model for the South American market: the Kardian. It was a B-segment crossover built on a new platform that offered a stylish look for its segment…
2024 Renault Kardian - a Compact and Urban SUV in the B Segment
In late 2023, Renault unveiled a new model for the South American market: the Kardian. It was a B-segment crossover built on a new platform that offered a stylish look for its segment, augmented by newly developed engines.
The French automaker had a strong presence in the South American continent and pushed its R&D department to create a vehicle able to lead the B-segment. As a result, in 2023, Renault introduced the Kardian as an alternative to similar vehicles, combining a short overall length with higher ground clearance and a spacious cabin fit for five adults and some luggage with powerful enough engines and advanced safety systems. This product also served as a test bench for the new platform, which eventually was used on other Renault models.
Renault created the Kardian with its latest design language elements, such as the backlit logo that took center stage on the reversed trapezoidal grille adorned by a 3D diamond pattern. This was flanked by the headlights, which sat lower, below the LED daytime running lights. Moving lower onto the bumper, the design team created a broad second grille underlined by a plastic shield sporting an aluminum-look finish. From its profile, the car’s higher ground clearance was emphasized by the black plastic moldings around the wheel arches and the side sills. As an option, the Kardian was available with a contrasting roof, creating an image of an upscale vehicle. In addition, the automaker added LED blinkers to the door mirrors as an additional element of style and safety. Finally, at the back, the hatchback Kardian featured wider shoulders on the quarter panels. A roof spoiler adorned the slightly tilted forward tailgate at its upper side. For better visibility, Renault installed C-shaped LED taillights that flanked the tailgate and intruded into the rear panel. The bumper was divided into two horizontal areas, where the upper one was in body color while..
