Renault Group has announced its futuREady plan, which will see it launch 22 new models in Europe by 2030 across the Alpine, Dacia and Renault brands.
16 of the models will be electric, as Renault Group seeks to launch a new generation of C-segment electric vehicles (EVs).
The group said it intends to become the reference European carmaker globally, built on the pillars of growth ready, tech ready, excellence ready and trust ready.
The futuREady plan follows Renaulution, its 2021 plan that saw it launch 32 models globally in five years.
Renault Group will develop the RGEV medium 2.0 electric platform to underpin a new generation of C-segment EVs, which will replace cars such as the Megane E-Tech.
Cars based on the platform will offer up to 466 miles of range as EVs, or up to 870 miles as range extended EVs, and charging times as low as 10 minutes made possible by an 800V architecture.
The platform will be able to accommodate smaller B+ segment and larger D-segment models, in saloon, SUV and MPV body styles.
Renault Group said the platform will cut costs by 40% when compared with its current generation of EVs.
The group will offer two types of EV battery chemistries: a higher density configuration for more powerful and longer-range models, or a lower-density configuration for more affordable, smaller models.
Its A and B-segment models, such as the replacements for the Twingo and 5, will retain 400V architectures to keep costs down.
Charging times on 400V models will be as low as 20 minutes by 2030.
Renault Group will also continue developing its hybrid technology, aiming to use 30% fewer parts per vehicle and offer less powerful hybrid models.
By 2030, the group aims for 100% of Renault brand models sold in Europe to be electrified in some way.
Dacia will launch three additional EVs by 2030, while building its 4×4 and hybrid ranges.
Alpine will launch a new generation of the A110 sports car, while offering more exclusive models such as the A110 R Ultime.
François Provost, CEO at Renault Group, said: “futuREady, our new strategic plan, is a crucial step in the future of Renault Group.
“In an environment that is even more competitive, we can build on solid fundamentals: our brands, our products and our financial results.
“Since my appointment as CEO last July, we have been working with the whole team worldwide to develop a plan that will set the group on the path to robust and sustainable performance, whatever the challenges ahead.
“Nine months on, I take great pride in what we have achieved together, set out in our futuREady vision.
“The plan is based on four pillars. First, growth and products. We plan to launch 36 new models between now and 2030 and substantially transform the customer experience during the lifetime of our vehicles.
“Second, we will accelerate our technological roadmaps for all key technologies. We will also set highly ambitious goals for operational performance, with the widespread use of artificial intelligence (AI).
“Finally, we will be implementing this plan collectively, as we have done for over 127 years. I am referring here first to our workforce, but also to our dealers, partners and suppliers.
“Together, through futuREady, we will show that we are here for the long term and we will become the benchmark for the European automotive industry on the global stage.
“Becoming Europe’s reference carmaker means setting the ambition to design and produce in Europe products that are best‑in‑class in terms of desirability, technology and competitiveness.
“In an increasingly competitive environment, this means combining performance and innovation with resilience and robust strength.
“This is what futuREady is all about. At Renault Group, we know where we come from. Today, we know where we want to go, how and who with.
“And all of this in pursuit of one goal: to better serve our customers, ultimately delivering clean, affordable mobility tailored to their needs, based on the strength of our brands and vehicles.”
