Renault 8 Gordini Is Back As A Bold Electric Coupe With Rally Heritage

Key Takeaways

• Renault has unveiled a fully electric reboot of the 8 Gordini.
• The concept features café racer styling and a 270 hp motor.
• It is not destined for production and will remain a one-off.
• The interior is a celebration of minimalism and a nod to the analog era.
• The concept will make its first public outing at the Renault Carwalk on September 24.

What Inspired the Renault 8 Gordini Concept?

The original Renault 8 Gordini was launched in 1964 as the high-performance version of the rear-engined rear-wheel-drive family sedan designed for winding mountain passes.

The modern reincarnation of the classic rally sedan is a two-seater coupe with a fully electric powertrain and a retro-flavored design.

How Does the Renault 8 Gordini Concept Look?

The coupe measures 4.12 m (162 in) long, 1.88 m (74 in) wide, and 1.27 m (50 in) tall, riding on 19-inch and 20-inch alloy wheels.

Six round LED headlights are mounted on a grille-less V-shaped nose, with flush taillights disappearing into the bodywork when not in use.

What’s Inside the Renault 8 Gordini Concept?

The interior is a celebration of minimalism and a nod to the analog era.

Instead of oversized screens, Renault added six round dials with thick bezels, mounted on a brushed aluminum strip on the dashboard.

Will the Renault 8 Gordini Concept Go into Production?

Renault made it clear that the R8 Gordini concept is a one-off and it’s not going to evolve into a production model.

Instead, it serves as a follow up to homage projects like the R17 electric restomod x Ora Ïto concept car, and the Renault 5 Diamant art car.

Where Will the Renault 8 Gordini Concept Be Displayed?

The new concept will make its first public outing at the Renault Carwalk on September 24, before being exhibited at the Paris Motor Show next month.

Eventually, it will end up at the new Renault Collections museum in Flins which is scheduled to open its doors for the public in around 15 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What inspired the Renault 8 Gordini concept?

The original Renault 8 Gordini was launched in 1964 as the high-performance version of the rear-engined rear-wheel-drive family sedan designed for winding mountain passes.

Q: What are the key features of the Renault 8 Gordini concept?

The concept features café racer styling and a 270 hp motor, with a retro-flavored design and a minimalist interior.

Q: Will the Renault 8 Gordini concept go into production?

No, Renault made it clear that the R8 Gordini concept is a one-off and it’s not going to evolve into a production model.