1,810 euros less: Renault 4 becomes cheaper with the update
The Renault 4 E-Tech electric follows in the footsteps of its sibling, the Renault 5, and now benefits from an update as well. It offers increased range, improved features in detail, and a lower price point. Additionally, Renault introduces the special edition “Roland-Garros.” We explain what makes it unique.
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After the update to the Renault 5, it’s now the turn of the Renault 4, with another price reduction as before. Renault unveiled the revised version at the 2026 Paris Auto Show. There, the Renault 4 E-Tech electric showed off its new exterior mirrors and a new underbody panel to enhance aerodynamics.
This results in a slight increase in range: the Urban Range version with a 40-kWh battery and 90-kW motor now covers 310 km, two kilometers further than before the update. For the Comfort Range version with 52 kWh and 110 kW, the range is 415 km, an increase of six kilometers. The Plein Sud version with a folding roof now has a range of 402 km, an increase of exactly 10 kilometers.
Price Reduction and Special Edition for the Renault 4
The new starting price is now 27,690 euros, which is 1,810 euros lower than the price before the update. For a price of 37,490 euros or more, the Renault 4 Roland-Garros E-Tech electric version is now available—a special edition with two-tone painting, black A-pillars and roof rails, and one of the paint colors “Arctic White,” “Schist Gray,” “Black-Pearl Black,” or “Terracotta Brown.” Silver trim strips with the Roland-Garros emblem, black 18-inch wheels, and additional decorative elements in Terracotta Brown complete the exterior design.
The interior is inspired by the theme of tennis, featuring light gray seat covers made of 100 percent recycled fabric with a woven pattern, as well as blue fabric on the armrests, door panels, and dashboard. The gear shift is designed in the style of a tennis racket grip. Additionally, it includes an illuminated decorative strip on the dashboard, an inductive charging pad, sand-colored floor mats, and aluminum entry strips.
In the Comfort Range version, the range according to WLTP is up to 402 kilometers. For the German market, the foldable fabric roof Plein Sud is part of the standard equipment.
Technical updates for the new model year
In addition to improved range, Renault equips its compact electric SUV with a 360-degree camera system, which is now available as an option on the Techno trim level and standard on the Iconic trim. The battery preconditioning can also now be controlled manually, independent of navigation, and the My-Renault app notifies users when charging is complete, optionally up to five minutes before the set time expires.
Among the driver assistance features is the Eco-Driving Assistant, which analyzes the road ahead and provides cues on when to release the accelerator early to save energy. The new automatic Smart Mode also adjusts driving settings automatically based on conditions—conservative in urban traffic or sporty when overtaking—and can be activated via voice command or the display.
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The emergency braking assistant detects inattentive drivers (who are not looking at the road and have their hands off the steering wheel) and automatically brakes the vehicle to a stop. Additionally, the eCall emergency system now also works with 5G.
Another innovation is the ventilated, magnetic charging pad with Qi2 standard. Moreover, the electric trunk lid now opens automatically as soon as one stands behind the car with the key, without any need to move their foot under the bumper.
The Renault 4 “Extra” is coming as an N1 commercial vehicle
The Renault 4 “Extra” is a commercial van version with N1 approval offered by the manufacturer for the European market. Based on the Techno trim level, this two-seater model cannot be converted for passenger use and is manufactured directly at the Maubeuge plant by the specialist tuner Qstomize.
In place of rear seats, this model features a fixed, thermoshaped cargo area with a partition grid, cargo cover, and tie-down points. With a maximum payload of up to 330 kg (with a 52-kWh battery), the cargo volume increases to 1,045 liters (0.94 cubic meters per VDA standards), including a 55-liter underfloor compartment for charging cables. Standard features include tinted rear windows, enhanced assistance systems, and a 10-inch infotainment system with navigation.