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The 2024 Renault Estafette Concept brings new life to a beloved icon from the 1960s and '70s, combining retro styling with modern electric innovation. The all-electric van, set to reach production in 2026, is built on the FlexEVan platform, developed in collaboration with Volvo through a new joint venture called Flexis. This flexible platform underpins Renault's commitment to "last mile" logistics, ideal for urban transport and delivery.
Echoing the look of the 1959 Renault Estafette, the new concept was previewed earlier this year under the name U1st Vision, a prototype created by the Software République consortium of French companies to highlight the FlexEVan’s capabilities. Renault’s design revives the Estafette’s distinctive boxy charm while incorporating features suited to modern delivery needs. The van’s size is similar to the Renault Kangoo but offers a load capacity comparable to the larger Trafic, making it both spacious and agile.
The Estafette's interior is designed with delivery drivers in mind. The single-seat layout maximizes storage and functionality, with an option for a secondary folding seat for training purposes. The spacious cabin includes dedicated drawers under the seat and adjustable shelving for documents and small items. A unique rear roller shutter door and simplified sliding side doors make loading and unloading efficient, while the high roof allows users up to 190 cm to stand comfortably inside.
One of the standout features is the SDV (Software-Defined Vehicle) electronic architecture, which allows for software updates and flexible adaptation of the vehicle’s interface for different applications. This flexibility enables quick adjustments, such as adding a refrigeration unit or special work lighting, with settings appearing automatically on the control panel.
Production for the Estafette will begin in 2026 at Renault's Sandouville plant, bringing a classic name into the electric age with a fresh purpose focused on efficiency, adaptability, and user-centered design.
