Renault Niagara Arrives to Shake Up the Market: Production of 65,000 Units Per Year and Direct Rivalry with Fiat Toro

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Published on 19/11/2024 at 11:43

Updated on 19/11/2024 at 11:44

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Brand Confirms Production of 65,000 Annual Units of Renault Niagara to Serve Brazilian and Argentinian Markets. New Pickup Promises to Be the Great Rival of Fiat Toro.

Renault is accelerating the development of the Renault Niagara, its new mid-size pickup that arrives to face heavyweight rivals like Fiat Toro, Ram Rampage, and Ford Maverick. The newcomer, approximately five meters long, promises to shake up the segment and has confirmed production: 65,000 annual units to serve the markets of Brazil, Argentina, and export.

The announcement was made by Pablo Sibilla, president of Renault in Argentina, in an interview with the newspaper La Nación. According to Sibilla, the production of the Renault Niagara will begin in the second half of 2026, marking the brand’s entry into a competitive market.

Focus on Hybrid Technology of Renault Niagara

Renault Niagara arrives to shake up the market: Production of 65,000 units per year and direct rivalry with Fiat Toro

The Renault Niagara will be built on the RGMP modular platform, featuring a double-cab configuration and a payload capacity of around 700 kg. Although many expect a dCi diesel engine, environmental requirements of Proconve L8 in Brazil have opened the door for the adoption of hybrid powertrains.

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Among the most likely options, Renault is expected to bet on the HR13 1.3 Turbo engine with 48V MHEV (mild hybrid) technology, offering around 170 horsepower and a dual-clutch automated transmission with six or seven gears. The engine, already produced in Paraná, will also equip other models from the brand, which will help to reduce costs.

Additionally, there are rumors about the use of a new non-plug-in hybrid system developed in Spain, which could offer even more power with a 1.8-liter engine. However, the option for the HR13 Turbo flex emerges as the most viable choice to meet the region’s demand.

Rivalry with Fiat Toro and Cutting-Edge Technology

The Renault Niagara will not just be another pickup on the market. The French brand aims to position it as a technological and accessible alternative to segment leaders such as the Fiat Toro.

The dual-clutch transmission (EDC) ensures superior performance over traditional CVTs, providing power to the front wheels. For the Argentine market, however, an AWD version may be on the radar, much like the Oroch.

Expectation of Debut in Brazil

The Renault Niagara project reinforces the brand’s strategy to grow in the mid-size pickup segment. Set to debut in 2026, it promises to be a strong competitor to the Fiat Toro, combining hybrid technology, performance, and competitive pricing to gain ground in Brazil and Latin America. We eagerly await this new bet from Renault!

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Paulo Luís Gonçalves Campelo

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20/11/2024 16:01

Tudo o que a Renault faz é pra abalar o mercado. Quem já teve um Renault sabe do que estou falando.

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P. K.

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20/11/2024 12:58

Sempre uma enorme demora. Até 2026 a China já terá lançado inúmeros modelos e outros concorrentes também.

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Welington juliatte araujo

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20/11/2024 11:16

Já vai nascer morto,o brasileiro não gosta de cambio automatizado porque da muita manutenção!

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Marcio

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Em resposta a Welington juliatte araujo

20/11/2024 21:17

Vai andar com o kardian… Depois vc pode falar algo se ainda manter a mesma ideia!

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