With the third generation of the Renault Kangoo many new features were coming. The French commercial vehicle is one of the most popular and, after selling more than 4 million units worldwide, it was time to take the next step. It is offered in a very capable electric variant that will be able to satisfy another type of clientele. He Renault Kangoo E-Tech Combi It is the variant for the transport of passengers that benefits from the ZERO label. It is already available from 39,204 euros without including discounts.
The main novelty of this model is that it is equipped with an electric propulsion system consisting of a 120 hp engine and 245 Nm of torque that is located on the front axle. It is complemented by a 45 kWh battery, an element that has a guarantee of 8 years or 160,000 kilometers. Thanks to her, he manages to approve 285 kilometers of autonomy. It is an outstanding figure and could reach up to 430 kilometers in purely urban use. It also has several modes to adapt its use.
In Eco mode, its power would be limited so as not to lose so much autonomy. In addition, its top speed is limited to 110 km/h. You can also set the regenerative braking in three levels: Sailing (B1), Drive (B2) and Brake (B3). The former is the most limited, while the latter is the most retaining. This Renault Kangoo E-Tech Combi too benefits from an ARBS (Adaptive Regenerative Brake System) to be more efficient. In addition, it hardly loses its capabilities compared to the combustion versions.
In any case, you can always recharge your battery in various ways. In a 7.4 kW Wallbox, it charges in 7 hours, although alternating current can be improved with the 11 kW charger (full charge in 5 hours) or with a 22 kW charger (15% to 80% in an hour and a half). ). That for alternating current, because in direct current it accepts 80 kW fast charges to charge from 15 to 80% in 37 minutes. This model has a heat pump to provide optimal performance at low temperatures.
The minivan in electric format maintains a second row with three real squares which benefit from air conditioning. It also adds up to 49 liters adding all the storage spaces, among which is the outstanding Easy Life sliding drawer. The trunk approves 850 liters (950 liters to the roof) and it could reach up to 2,500 liters by folding down the seats.
It does not change the complete technology from within. The Renault Kangoo E-Tech Combi receives optional 10-inch digital instrumentation. The functions available in the Renault Easy Link multimedia system and also in the MyRenault application. In the electric one you can program the charge, precondition the cabin, search for charging points or calculate accessible destinations. It is offered in two trim levels starting at 39,204 euros and reaching 43,076 euros at the top of the range.
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