Renault pulled the wraps off the production version of its first one-ton pickup. The bold styling of the concept shown at the 2015 Frankfurt auto show carries over to the all-new Renault Alaskan pickup.
While full details haven’t been revealed, we suspect the Renault Alaskan shares its underpinnings with the Nissan NP300 Navara, which likely previews the next-generation Nissan Frontier, and upcoming Mercedes-Benz GLT-Class pickup.
Depending on market, the Renault Alaskan will be available with three different engines. The 2.3-liter dCi I-4 from the Renault Master is a twin-turbo diesel four-cylinder available in 160-hp and 190-hp versions. The engine uses a small turbo for low-rpm torque and a larger turbo for higher-rpm operation. The automaker says that engine will have best-in-class fuel consumption and some of the lowest CO2 emissions in the segment as well as provide outstanding acceleration.
The other engine options include a 2.5-liter diesel (160 hp or 190 hp) or a 2.5-liter gas engine. Transmission choices include a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic.
The Renault Alaskan will be offered in two- or four-wheel drive. Alaskan four-wheel-drive models feature an eLSD (Electronic Limited Slip Differential), which uses the braking system to regulate left and right axle speeds. There is also a mechanical rear-locking differential.
Other features include Hill Start Assist (HSA), Hill Descent Control (HDC), Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Electronic Stability Program (ESP).
Sales of the Renault Alaskan pickup will begin in Colombia with other South American markets to follow as well as South Africa. Don’t expect the French-badged pickup to come to the U.S.
Source: Renault
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