Renault Arkana vs LDV D90

The Renault Arkana starts from $39,990 before on-road costs, while the LDV D90 opens at $39,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $43,989 and $43,989 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Renault Arkana by roughly $5,560 in fuel alone.

Both the Renault Arkana and LDV D90 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Renault Arkana packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the LDV D90.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Renault Arkana and 6 in the LDV D90.

The Renault Arkana features a 9.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the LDV D90 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Renault Arkana stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and power tailgate that you will not find on the LDV D90. The LDV D90 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Renault Arkana uses a Petrol producing 105kW and 205Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.4 seconds.

The LDV D90 responds with a Petrol Turbo making 184kW and 410Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.5 seconds.

The LDV D90 has the clear power advantage at 184kW vs 105kW. In the real-world sprint, the Renault Arkana is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Renault Arkana measures 4,568mm long on a 2,720mm wheelbase, 478mm shorter than the LDV D90 at 5,046mm (2,950mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV D90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 430L in the Renault Arkana and 343L in the LDV D90, giving the Renault Arkana a 87L advantage. The LDV D90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the LDV D90 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 1,800kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,482/year for the Renault Arkana and $2,594/year for the LDV D90. That is a $1,112 annual difference in favour of the Renault Arkana.

Estimated annual total: $1,482 (Renault Arkana) vs $2,594 (LDV D90). The Renault Arkana saves you roughly $1,112 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Arkana) vs 7 years / 200,000km (LDV D90). The LDV D90 has longer coverage.