Renault’s roll continues to rock with the new Renault 4 Plein Sud

Plein Sud Key highlights: 

• 148bhp/245Nm torque
• Front Wheel Drive
• Single-speed Automatic
• Electrically operated canvas roof (92cm x 80cm)
• Opens or closes in around 10 seconds, even while driving up to 90km/h
• 52kWh battery and 150hp electric motor
• Up to 392km WLTP driving range
• 420-litre boot and seating for five
• 100kW DC rapid charging and Google built-in connectivity

Available to order now in Ireland, the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric Plein Sud is priced from €34,495 (Techno) and €36,495 (Iconic), including applicable SEAI grants. 

Plein Sud – ‘Due South’ letting the sun shine in
The big talking point regarding the Renault 4 Plein Sud is its electrically retractable canvas roof, measuring 92cm long by 80cm wide, creating almost one square metre of open-air space and providing what Renault describes as the widest opening in the segment. 

The roof can be opened, closed or positioned at intermediate settings in around 10 seconds, either via a dedicated overhead switch or by voice command through Renault's Reno virtual assistant. It can also be operated while driving at speeds of up to 90km/h.

Despite the addition of the retractable roof, this Renault 4 E-Tech Electric Plein Sud offers:

• Seating for five passengers
• A 420-litre boot
• Low loading sill (607mm) for easy access
• 750kg towing capacity
• Fold-flat rear seats
• Renault's latest OpenR Link infotainment system with Google built-in

Minimal Impact on Efficiency 
The Plein Sud adds 19kg compared with the standard fixed-roof model. The Techno version achieves up to 392km WLTP, just 7km less than the equivalent standard Renault 4 E-Tech Electric.

The Plein Sud model also benefits from Renault's latest EV technologies, including: 

• 11kW AC charging
• 100kW DC rapid charging
• Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) bi-directional functionality
• Google built-in connectivity
• Electric Route Planner
• Plug & Charge compatibility
• One Pedal driving