Renault Concept BridgerFrench automaker Renault Group has placed India at the centre of its expansion strategy beyond Europe under its new medium-term vision, announced by François Provost, CEO, Renault Group on Tuesday.
As part of the plan–‘futuREady’–Renault is repositioning India from a domestic market to a global manufacturing and export hub by manufacturing a full range of Nissan models.
The move signals a renewed push of the automaker in India after witnessing several years of slack in the country. “India is the cornerstone of our plan. It is one of the fastest-growing automotive markets,” Provost added.
Globally, the carmaker plans to launch 36 new models by 2030, with 22 launches in Europe and 14 in international markets. Of this, four new models are planned from India, including EV and hybrid, that will cater to both domestic demand and international markets.
As part of the plan, it will introduce a new multi-energy B-segment global vehicle targeting high-volume markets. Its sub-compact SUV Bridger concept showcased during the announcement on Tuesday will commence production next year from India.
“Our goal is to begin production in India next year,” said Fabrice Cambolive, CEO of the Renault brand. Catering to the mass market, it will be designed to be compact, connected, safe and affordable, tailored for growing urban markets.
Earlier in 2025, the carmaker had announced its plan to introduce a C-segment SUV in India under Renault.Rethink plan for which it has earmarked ₹5,400 crore.
The company will leverage the Renault Global Modular Platform (R-GMP), heavily localised in India to cater to unique market requirements. The platform is already underpinning the upcoming second-generation Duster slated for launch in India on March 17.
Outside Europe, Renault aims to achieve 50 per cent electrified sales by 2030, largely through hybrid technology. In Europe, the company expects its portfolio to be evenly split between electric and hybrid vehicles by the end of the decade.
Chennai plant to become global hub
The legacy automaker has also decided to strengthen its weakening presence in India by converting the Chennai manufacturing facility into a global production hub. “Our new flagship in our international offensive will start with India and quickly expand to other countries,” he added. It will support local manufacturing, global exports and component sourcing for international markets, making it central to Renault’s global supply chain plan.
The plant will support local manufacturing, exports and component sourcing for international markets, making it an important part of Renault’s global supply chain strategy. The company also plans to boost the adoption of artificial intelligence across its operations and customer experience.
Renault India reported domestic sales of 3,495 units in February, up 31 per cent year-on-year. The company has also seen an improvement in performance, with a 27 per cent growth in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2025.
The Chennai-headquartered Renault arm is continuing to focus on deepening its India presence with upcoming launches and the all-new Duster.
Along with India, South America and South Korea are also expected to be key drivers for global growth, said the management. “India and South America will be our main growth engines, together contributing more than 60 per cent of the volume growth in the markets where Renault Group operates.”
