Pick-up concept previews Renault’s international push
By Freddie Holmes2023-11-03T10:30:00
The Niagara concept has been designed for markets like Colombia, India and Turkey where rugged off-road capabilities are crucial
Renault has revealed a concept car designed explicitly for markets outside of Europe. It is easy to see how the design differs to Renault models sold on the Continent: this is a vehicle that looks as though it could have a dig at the Dakar rally.
There are hints of the Arkana crossover-coupe about the silhouette, with a tail that seems to flick upwards (an optical illusion created by the camouflage paintwork) but otherwise it feels quite unfamiliar, very different even to the Alaskan pick-up and worlds away from heritage models like the 1952 Colorale pick-up.
The front end is upright, imposing even, with shades of the Ford Raptor about it (although not quite as gargantuan) and a chunky skidplate that hints at serious off-road prowess. It is likely inspired partly by the Renault 4EVER concept revealed in October last year, particularly from that front view but also with the roof-mounted spare tyre and chunky trim.
Spare tyres are mounted in the rear pick-up bed, with…