Renault is preparing for the launch of the new generation Renault 5 The B-segment EV hatchback, is expected to launch around 2024. It will not replace Zoebut will instead fall below Zoe in Renault’s electric car line.
The CMF-B EV platform is 30% cheaper to manufacture than the Zoe, but it shares about 70% of its parts with the CMF-B platform used in the Clio and Captur. The platform will use the tried and tested synchronous motor used in the Zoe and Megane E-Tech electric instead of the permanent magnet motor.
The battery pack moves from the 12 modules used in the Zoe battery pack to 4 larger modules, which simplifies the electrical structure and helps reduce weight by 15 kg. Renault says this way, the battery needs less physical size to deliver more kWh.
Renault has prepared nine prototypes for testing, currently wearing Clio body parts. They are currently undergoing winter testing in Sweden as well as Renault’s technology centers in Lardy and Aubevoye. The Aubevoye Technology Center is spread over an area of 613 hectares with 35 60-km running tracks, 42 test tracks, 2 wind tunnels, 18 corrosion chambers, all hidden in a 272-hectare forest to protect the natural resources. samples from prying eyes.
Being a cheaper car than the Zoe is good news as the Zoe is currently relatively expensive compared to other products like the BYD Atto 3. Zoe 2022 is priced at RM163k in Malaysia for the base variant Zen R110 with 110 PS motor, while the Intens R135 with 135 PS motor is priced at RM 175,000. Both variants use a 52 kWh battery pack with a range of up to 395 km.
Other European brands are also focusing on bringing more affordable electric cars to market, such as Volkswagen with its recently launched product. ID2 . concept.
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