Although it seems like it belongs to the distant future, the Filante Record 2025 is actually a tribute to three of Renault’s historic land-speed record cars. Its striking round headlights take inspiration from the 1920s 40 CV des Records, a machine that once dominated endurance runs. The pushed-out wheels echo the 1934 Nervasport des Records, a streamlined speed demon that shattered records in its time. Meanwhile, the flowing wheel arches reference the 1956 Etoile Filante, a gas turbine-powered rocket on wheels.

This blend of heritage and cutting-edge technology results in a vehicle that not only honors Renault’s past but also redefines what’s possible for the future of efficiency-focused electric performance.

Despite its imposing size—measuring 5.12 meters in length—the Filante Record 2025 weighs only 1,000 kilograms. This astonishingly low weight is thanks to Renault’s meticulous engineering and the use of advanced materials. The chassis is constructed from a unique blend of aluminum, carbon, and steel alloys, while high-strength 3D-printed aluminum allows for optimized weight distribution. Engineers used AI-driven simulation software to pinpoint areas where material could be removed without sacrificing structural integrity.

Even with an 87-kWh battery pack that alone weighs 600 kilograms, the Filante Record 2025 remains impressively lightweight. Renault took additional measures to shed weight, integrating battery cells directly into the pack without intermediate modules. This approach, combined with a carbon-fiber casing, ensures the battery fits into the car’s ultra-streamlined body without unnecessary bulk.

Renault designed every surface of the Filante Record 2025 to maximize aerodynamics and minimize energy consumption. At just 1.71 meters wide and 1.19 meters tall, its sleek body reduces drag to an absolute minimum, allowing it to glide through the air with exceptional efficiency.

A key focus was the tires, which can impact an EV’s range by up to 20%. To counteract energy loss, Renault developed bespoke 19-inch Michelin tires that optimize rolling resistance and improve contact patch efficiency. This, combined with the vehicle’s ultra-lightweight design, should enable the Filante Record 2025 to surpass the efficiency levels of even the most advanced electric concepts.

For comparison, Mercedes' Vision EQXX achieved 13.5 kilometers per kWh, setting a benchmark for EV efficiency. However, Renault’s extreme focus on aerodynamics and weight reduction suggests that the Filante Record 2025 could exceed that figure with ease, cementing itself as one of the most energy-efficient electric vehicles ever built.

As Renault prepares to test the Filante Record 2025 in the first half of the year, expectations are high for what could be a revolutionary leap in electric vehicle efficiency.