Renault R17 Retro Concept
Renault collaborated with Ora Ïto, the French designer, on the car, which features a carbon body and some incredibly good proportions. The car takes inspiration from the Renault 17, a hatchback the automaker sold from 1971 until 1979.
Rectangular LED headlights integrate into the front fascia, while the simple, full-width LED taillight bar flows with the car’s simple lines. The R17’s flared fenders improve its stance, giving it a sportier appearance than the original Renault 17, and the subtle louvers add a bit of flair.
Inside, Ora Ïto used materials and fabrics from the 1970s to create a contemporary cabin that tastefully hides the screens through design. Four rectangular displays sit behind the rectangular steering wheel, while the central display sits horizontally below the dash like an old-school radio.
While it has a 270-horsepower electric motor and can travel 249 miles on a single charge, Renault has no plans to put the concept into production. This car will remain a one-off affair that the automaker will showcase at several upcoming events, including the 2024 Paris Motor Show in October. But if Hyundai can change its tune about the N Vision 74, maybe Renault can, too.