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Renault 4 Roland-Garros E-Tech electric

Renault is the premium partner of the Roland-Garros tournament for the fifth time, and this spring it is bringing a spectacle – the Renault 4 Roland-Garros E-Tech electric show-car. It will have its official premiere on May 18 at the Porte d’Auteuil stadium. This car is not just a design experiment, but a preview of a future production version that will hit the market in the fall of 2026.

The Glacier White bodywork emphasizes contrasts: black pillars and roof arches, silver details with the Roland-Garros symbol, as well as 18-inch Parisienne wheels with brown terracotta centers. The front and rear bumpers carry the same terracotta tones, clearly reminiscent of the clay – the surface that defines this tournament.

''In this "sporty chic" interpretation, the Renault 4 Roland-Garros E-Tech electric show-car extends the very atmosphere of the tournament through its choice of materials and colour. The opening canvas roof evokes the open sky above the courts, a roofless space where players breathe as freely as spectators. Clay is subtly present in the terracotta accents, the tournament's foundational surface and signature of its identity. Even the gestures become a tribute: the e-pop shifter gear lever tip, inspired by the grip of tennis rackets, turns driving into a direct reference to tennis. The lightweight, structured white technical knit fabric echoes performance attire. The blue stitching and finishes reinforce the idea of a sport that is both demanding and elegant, where technical mastery elevates style''...Paula Fabregat-Andreu, Design Projects Director, Renault brand

A special attraction is the Plein Sud version with an electric black canvas roof. A 92×80 cm opening turns the cabin into a bright arena, evoking the feeling of an open tennis court.

The cabin is designed as an extension of the sports field. The seats are made of recycled material in light gray, reminiscent of technical sportswear. The backrests are embossed with the Roland-Garros logo, while the gear lever is shaped like the handle of a tennis racket.

A special attraction is the Plein Sud version with an electric black canvas roof. A 92×80 cm opening turns the cabin into a bright arena, evoking the feeling of an open tennis court.

A special attraction is the Plein Sud version with an electric black canvas roof. A 92×80 cm opening turns the cabin into a bright arena, evoking the feeling of an open tennis court.

Inside, Renault 4 Roland-Garros E-Tech electric features custom light grey front and rear upholstery made from fully recycled material, with a graphic weave that brings to mind technical sportswear. The upholstery includes open-weave features, primarily in the H of the front backrests. The overall effect is enhanced by side supports and an armrest sheathed in blue refined textile. The backrests of the front seats feature a heat-embossed Roland-Garros logo.

The front and rear door panels and lower dashboard strip include inserts matching the seat fabric, alongside the blue refined textile and a small French flag. On the dashboard, the vertical cross strip features an anodised metal finish with a backlit area displaying the name “Roland Garros Paris”.

The tip of the special e-pop shifter is inspired by the grip of tennis rackets, with the Roland Garros logo at the end, in the same way as on the base of a racket. The centre console features a clay-coloured wireless charging pad. Clay-coloured floor mats with the R4 logo add the finishing touch to the interior. Last, the brushed aluminium door sills with the name “Roland-Garros Paris” also feature the Cross of Saint Andrew, reflecting the architecture of the stadium.

Accessories in the color of clay – a wireless charger and floor mats – add warmth and clearly connect the car to the identity of the tournament. The door sills feature the inscription “Roland-Garros Paris” with the cross of Saint Andrew, a symbol of the stadium’s architecture.

Renault goes a step further – through the hello reno app, users will be able to explore the car in augmented reality, changing the colors, the roof and observing every detail from different angles.

As Paula Fabregat-Andreu, Director of Design Projects, said: “The canvas roof evokes the open sky above the court, the terracotta accents are reminiscent of clay, and the gear lever turns the drive into a direct reference to tennis.”

Renault doesn’t stop at design. As an official transport partner, it provides a fleet of 188 vehicles, 88% of which are electrified. The most notable are the Scenic E-Tech electric and the Rafale hyper hybrid 4×4 300, while autonomous electric minibuses reconnect the Porte d’Auteuil with the tournament village.

Renault is also using the power of sports ambassadors. In the “The Lines” commercial, Lois Boisson, Arthur Fils and Flavio Cobolli appear with the Renault 4 Roland-Garros, while Francisco Cerundolo promotes the Boreal model. This clearly links the sporting identity with automotive innovation.

The Renault 4 Roland-Garros E-Tech electric is not just a car – it is a manifesto of design, technology and sporting spirit. Its premiere at the most famous tennis tournament in the world gives it symbolic weight, while the production version announced for autumn 2026 promises to combine tradition and future in one model.

by Autonews