The Renault Racoon is a concept car created by Renault and first shown in 1992. It used a twin-turbocharged V6 of 2,963 cc, a six-speed manual transmission and an all-wheel-drive system.
Renault Racoon at a glance
| Shown | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Type | amphibious concept car |
| Engine | 2,963 cc twin-turbocharged V6 |
| Power | 193 kW (262 bhp) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 363 N·m at 2,500 rpm |
| Gearbox | six-speed manual |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Designer | Patrick Le Quément |
| Seats | three plus luggage |
Based on one source, the English Wikipedia article on the Renault Racoon.
History of the Renault Racoon
Mechanical package
The Racoon produced 193 kW (262 bhp) at 6,000 rpm and 363 N·m at 2,500 rpm from its 2,963 cc twin-turbo V6, with power sent through a six-speed manual gearbox to all four wheels.
Doors and water
The driver entered through a canopy door rather than conventional doors. The car had space for three passengers plus luggage and was aquatic-capable, able to travel on water as well as land. It could also be raised to give extra ground clearance, achieved through a levered effect built into its suspension.
Technology
The concept carried features such as rain-diffusing glass, remote-controlled entry, computer control, satellite navigation and cameras instead of rear-view mirrors. At the time of its launch most of this technology was still in its infancy, although it has since become far more affordable and reliable. The industrial designer was Patrick Le Quément.
Design and features
- Amphibious: able to travel on water as well as on the road.
- Twin-turbo V6: 262 bhp and 363 N·m with all-wheel drive.
- Canopy door: entry through a lifting canopy rather than side doors.
- Early technology: satellite navigation and cameras instead of mirrors.
Renault Racoon versions
- Racoon (1992): the single concept car.
The Racoon was one of Patrick Le Quément’s Renault concepts, like the Renault Argos and Renault Altica. More Renaults are in the Renault collection.
Sources
- Renault Racoon, English Wikipedia: engine, drive, canopy, technology
