The new Renault Rafale E-Tech 4x4 300HP might just be one of the best-looking plug-in hybrids on sale today. It’s the sportier sibling to the Renault Austral – more coupe-like in profile, more grown-up in size, and a whole lot more potent under the skin.
Where many rivals lean on cautious styling, Renault’s gone full haute couture. From the rakish roofline to the dramatic LED lighting and chiselled Alpine-inspired nose, this is a family SUV with flair. But there’s substance to match the style, too – especially if you opt for the all-wheel-drive 300HP plug-in hybrid version tested here.
