Bemused by the Ford Capri’s metamorphosis from bold coupé to conformist SUV? This Renault 17 might just be the answer, bringing the Capri’s contemporary rival up to date with a 270bhp electric motor and a carbonfibre chassis. Penned in collaboration with French designer Ora Ito, it’s slightly wider and lower than the original 17 but retains its cabin, door, windows, glass and underbody.
Renault 17 reborn with 270bhp, RWD and carbonfibre chassis
Renault Embleme
This coupé SUV is Renault’s idea of how hydrogen-fuel-cell power could offer long-range transport while slicing carbon emissions by 90% compared with today’s petrol Captur. Its exterior is being shown at Paris, but we’ll have to wait until later this month to see the interior too.
Renault Embleme revealed as hydrogen coupé-SUV for 2030
Renault Twingo
Renault’s next retro revival after the 4 is the cute new Twingo, which is scheduled to go on sale in 2026. The Paris show marks its public debut.
Renault Twingo to return in 2026 as sub-£17,000 EV
Skoda Elroq
The new Skoda Elroq is the brand’s third electric car (don’t forget the Citigo-e iV!), and the brand hopes it will poach sales from some of the car industry’s biggest players. Due to open for order on 18 October, the Elroq will be capable of up to 360 miles of range in its highest specification. It’s biggest trump card, however, is its pricetag, which undercuts most of its rivals, incluyding the Kia Niro EV. It starts from £31,500, which puts it on par with the Volvo EX30.
Skoda Elroq revealed as 230-mile electric SUV for £31,500
THK LSR-05
We’ll forgive you if you’ve never heard of Japanese parts supplier THK, but its latest concept is well worth paying attention to. Penned by Nissan GT-R designer Shiro Nakamura, it is a showcase of the company’s latest technological developments, including in-wheel motors and wireless car charging. It’s making its European debut at Paris.
