Renault revives 8 Gordini as 270 hp electric rally concept

Renault has unveiled the Gordini 8 concept, an all-electric reinterpretation of the 1964 Renault 8 Gordini. It packs 270 hp, 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels, modern suspension and aero, and a three-layer Bleu de France paint finish.

• Concept makes 270 hp versus 95 hp in the 1964 original
• Wheels measure 19 inches front and 20 inches rear
• Designers produced over 300 sketches; two concepts advanced
• Three-layer paint inspired by Bleu de France with mother-of-pearl