R-Link / touchscreen faults
usually 0–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Freezes, reboots
Fix: Software update
€0–200
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Renault Austral
2022–now
1
engines covered
7
known faults
2
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Renault Austral has been built since 2022.
For this generation we cover 1 engines and 7 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco): it usually appears at 80,000–180,000 km and costs €1,500–4,000 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5H / M282) | Petrol | Chain | 0W-20 / 5W-30 · Renault RN17 / MB 229.5 · ~4.8 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Faults by engine
1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5H / M282)
Ignition coils / spark plugs
usually 80,000–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire, flashing engine light
Fix: Replace coil and plugs
€100–300
Water pump
usually 100,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Coolant loss
Fix: Replace pump
€250–500
Catalytic converter
usually 180,000–260,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle, efficiency code
Fix: Replace
€500–1,500
Gearboxes
EDC (6 / 7-speed, dry clutch)
EDC clutch / actuator wear
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Judder, jerky shifts, 'check gearbox'
Fix: Clutch replacement, actuator, software
€800–2,000
X-Tronic / Xtronic CVT (Jatco)
CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · High risk
Signs: Whine, judder, shudder, limp mode when hot
Fix: Fluid change every 60,000 km; valve body or rebuild
€1,500–4,000
Automatic (torque converter)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5H / M282) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 204,083, of which 1,162 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Hybrid1.2 (1,199 cm³) · 96 kW (131 hp) · Hybrid | 47.9 % | 2022–2025 | 106 g/km | 4.7 L |
| 1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5H / M282)1.3 (1,332 cm³) · 116 kW (158 hp) · Hybrid | 24.7 % | 2022–2025 | 141 g/km | 6.3 L |
| 1.2 Hybrid1.2 (1,199 cm³) · 75 kW (102 hp) · Hybrid | 21.3 % | 2024–2024 | 104 g/km | 4.6 L |
| 1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5H / M282)1.3 (1,332 cm³) · 103 kW (140 hp) · Hybrid | 4.3 % | 2022–2025 | 141 g/km | 6.3 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (2). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Risk of parking brake actuator failing09/09/2025 · R/2025/377
- Seats Automatic Front Seat “Easy Access” Function14/02/2024 · R/2024/038
Common questions
Does the Renault Austral have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.3 TCe / DIG-T (H5H / M282): chain.
What are the known problems with the Renault Austral?
The faults with the highest risk: CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco) (80,000–180,000 km, €1,500–4,000); EDC clutch / actuator wear (60,000–160,000 km, €800–2,000); catalytic converter (180,000–260,000 km, €500–1,500); water pump (100,000–160,000 km, €250–500). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Renault Austral?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (2 have been published for this model). On the test drive, watch for these signs: whine, judder, shudder, limp mode when hot; judder, jerky shifts, 'check gearbox'. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177) 2018–Dacia Duster II 2017–2024Renault Kadjar 2015–2022Renault Captur II 2019–Nissan Qashqai (J12) 2021–Mercedes-Benz CLA (C118) 2019–Renault Clio V 2019–Nissan X-Trail (T32) 2013–2022
Other Renault models
Renault Mégane E-Tech Electric 2022–Renault Kangoo III 2021–Renault 5 E-Tech 2024–Renault Scénic E-Tech Electric 2024–Renault Arkana 2019–Renault Koleos II 2016–Renault Mégane IV 2016–2024Renault Scénic IV 2016–2022Renault Espace V 2015–2023Renault Talisman 2015–2022
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026