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With a fuel consumption rate of just 1 liter/100 km, Renault's new EOLAB prototype offers a glimpse of an ultra-efficient, more sustainable future. The new concept car limits CO₂ emissions to just 22 g/km and has been designed with a host of technological innovations that will gradually be made available to the general public – making motoring more responsible and more affordable.

The EOLAB Concept's impressive fuel consumption has been achieved through three key design features. First, its body features breakthrough aerodynamics to cut the drag coefficient by 30%. Second, its weight has been reduced by 400 kg (880 lbs) compared with a standard B-segment hatchback such as the Clio IV. Finally, it features a Z.E. Hybrid powertrain, Renault's plug-in hybrid technology that delivers all-electric mobility for trips of 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph).

The weight savings are the result of a body shell that features steel, aluminium and composites, while the magnesium roof weighs in at little more than 4 kg (9 lbs). As the vehicle is lighter, less energy is required to move it forward, meaning its subsystems  (engine, battery, wheels, etc.) can also be downsized, helping reduce overall costs.

EOLAB is Renault's contribution to the French government's New Industrial Plan, which aims to provide consumers with affordable ways to reduce CO₂ emissions. During the design of EOLAB, Renault benefited from strategic partnerships with major French companies, including car glass manufacturer Saint-Gobain, seat manufacturer Faurecia, and Michelin and Continental for tires and brakes.

Find out more about EOLAB here.