New Renault Crossover Coupe Heading To Moscow Show

Renault will expand its presence in Russia with a new “crossover coupe”, expected to arrive in the country later this year.

Three people familiar with the matter have reportedly confirmed the information to Vedomosti, which goes on saying that the mysterious vehicle is based on the same platform as the Renault/Dacia Duster.

The crossover, the name of which remains unknown for now, is said to be assembled at the brand’s factory in Moscow, probably before the end of the year. It will apparently be unveiled at the 2018 Moscow Motor Show, which starts on August 29.

Renault’s new crossover is believed to slot above the Kaptur, which is another product aimed exclusively at the Russian market, and built in the country’s capital city.

Presented in spring 2016, and launched a few months later, the Renault Kaptur sits on a modified version of the Dacia Duster’s BO platform, with a larger footprint than the European Captur with which it shares its styling.

More importantly, unlike the Captur, the Russia-only version has all-wheel drive, locking center differential, heavy-duty suspension, and a generous ground clearance of 204mm (8in).

Setting it apart from the regular Captur are the reworked headlights and taillights, tweaked grille, and lower part of the front bumper, whereas inside, it uses the MediaNav infotainment system of the Duster and other Dacia models, instead of the R-Link.

Note: Renault Kaptur pictured in the images after the shadowed teaser