Renault Rafale President - Special SUV of the French President
Renault Rafale President is an exclusive SUV for the President of France. The car has a capacity of 300 horsepower, a powerful hybrid engine with advanced technology.
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The French President's Renault Rafale is designed as a mobile office, meeting the needs of comfort, connectivity and privacy. Created by the Élysée Palace, Renault and some of France's most renowned craftsmen, the President's Renault Rafale reflects a modern vision of French expertise. Based on the new 300hp Renault Rafale Hyper Hybrid E-Tech 4x4, this unique vehicle represents French innovation, durability and craftsmanship. Created by Renault's design centre in Guyancourt, the Rafale represents a bold and elegant vision of the brand's style.
From the outside, the Presidential Edition is a car with classic, harmonious lines, enhanced by a number of striking yet discreet features, such as a radiator grille in the colours of the French flag, a removable flagpole and a blue-white-red badge on the front doors. The body, in the exclusive "Bleu Présidence" color, incorporates technology that limits heat absorption to 10°C, increasing the thermal comfort inside the car. The paint also has a blue-white-red shimmering effect, visible in the sunlight. The rear doors are designed to close softly, operate smoothly and quietly, in accordance with ceremonial requirements. The flag rack is discreetly placed, elegantly placed during official trips. The armoring is discreetly integrated into the overall design of the vehicle without changing the visual identity. The vehicle has been armoured, lengthened and adapted to incorporate special technical features. For safety and comfort, the designers chose composite materials that are both lightweight and durable. The vehicle is equipped with 20-inch Chicane wheels, Michelin tyres and a 4-wheel steering system, providing an optimal balance between agility, maneuverability and stability.
The Renault Rafale Presidential is not only designed to represent the Head of State but also to be a mobile office. True to Renault's DNA, the Renault Rafale Presidential is a 'voiture à vivre' (roughly translated "a car to experience life"). The passenger cabin is designed as a mobile office, with a customised layout for ease of use and ergonomics. Special attention has been paid to thermal and acoustic comfort for passengers, along with improved soundproofing, creating a conducive environment for work and confidential discussions. The air conditioning system has been optimised to maintain a balanced interior temperature. From the premium materials to the precision of the assembly, every detail of the Renault Rafale Presidential conveys a modern and innovative French image; contributing to an interior that is on par with the responsibilities of the presidential office. Using materials rarely seen in the automotive world and through a careful selection process, the designers selected black marble with white veins, quarried in the Pyrenees. Placed at precise accents around the rear centre console, on the instrument panel and on the steering wheel centre. Marble brings an elegant mineral finish to the cabin. From the selection of the marble blocks to their integration, the entire process is overseen by Mineral Expertise, the leading French-Italian company in the stone sector.
Renault designed the first iconic car for the French President in 1920, the Renault 40 CV, a symbol of French luxury, used by President Paul Deschanel and his successors. Since then, 12 heads of state have chosen Renault. These iconic models with elegant and refined design are designed for innovation and comfort. From the Reinastella to the Safrane Limousine, each car reflects the authority of the president. The unique partnership between automotive excellence and the requirements of the Republic's government has lasted for decades while maintaining a modern approach. Renault has always adapted its vehicles to the needs of the State, with armouring, comfort and cutting-edge technologies.
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