Renault presented the third generation Kangoo in 2020, with its respective version oriented to the professional world. And together with the electric variant of the tourism model, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric. with a range of up to 300 kilometers is for sale from 33,160 euros.
In terms of powertrain, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech is equipped with an engine that generates 90 kW (122 hp) Y 245Nm to the front axle. While Stellantis’ electric light commercials (Opel Combo-e, Peugeot e-Partner and Citroën ë-Berlingo) have more power and torque (136 hp and 260 Nm), the Kangoo’s lithium-ion battery has a capacity of 45 kWhoffering an autonomy of 300 kilometers (WLTP), 20 km more than its rivals, and ideal for urban work. The battery, located under the vehicle floor, does not affect the useful volume of the cargo area.
That’s why the electric Renault Kangoo E-Tech maintains the same load capacities as the variants with conventional powertrains, including 1.45m-wide side-opening doors, a loading area of 3.9m3, a payload of 600 kg and a towing capacity of 1,500 kg. In the near future, Renault will offer a long wheelbase variant, with 4.9 cubic meters of space behind the seats and a payload capacity of 800kg.
It has good performance, as it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds -0/50 km/h in four seconds-, completes the 80/120 km/h maneuver in 9.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 132km/h Interesting that Renault offers up to three types of chargers:
- 11kw for the home through Walbox. It takes 3 hours and 50 minutes for the battery to go from 15 to 100%.
- 22kw for public terminals (optional, costs 750 euros).
- DC fast charger 80kw Adds 170 km in 30 minutes.
It also incorporates a heat pump in the air conditioning system that can maximize efficiency in an additional 70 km of autonomy in just 30 minutes.
There are six driving modes, including ‘Eco’, which limits power output to the front axle in favor of extending range. In addition, the driver can choose between three regenerative braking settings:
- Navigation (B1)ideal for driving on highways and expressways.
- Drive (B2)whose sensation when taking your foot off the accelerator pedal is similar to that of a vehicle with a combustion engine
- Brake (B3)which takes full advantage of the regenerative braking system in conjunction with conventional hydraulic braking.
Customers can choose the Renault Kangoo E-TECH Electric Furgón 2023 in its practical variant conventional version Open Sesame no center pillar. The standard equipment includes a driver’s airbag, ESP with Hill Holder, ISOFIX anchorage, automatic climate control, instrument panel with a 4.2-inch screen, electric windows, automatic headlights and wipers, SOS call, LED daytime running lights, R&Go radio and rear-view mirrors. heated electric.
Optional equipment includes a 8 inch touch screen for infotainment (Renault EasyLink)a 10-inch digital instrument panel, a heated windshield, such as heated front seats and steering wheel, hands-free card, automatic parking brake, three front seats with center backrest folding to form a mobile office (including drawer Renault Easylife), and various driver assistance systems (ADAS), including adaptive cruise control with function Stop&Go and highway and traffic assistant,
The electric Renault Kangoo E-Tech is manufactured at the plant in Maubeuge, France, along with the rest of the Kangoo range and its twins, the Mercedes-Benz Citan and the Nissan Townstar, after an investment of 450 million euros. Electric motors and charging units are built at the Cleon factory in Normandy.
Source: Renault