Which electric car to choose from Renault? Our guide

Renault Mégane E-Tech EV40 / EV60 / EV60 220

Behind a well-known surname hides a new compact, credited with a new platform reserving a livability of beautiful invoice. The Renault Mégane E-Tech, a 100% electric car, intends to compete with the Volkswagen ID3 by taking care of its approval, its comfort and its technological background.

• Basic price: 35 200 euros – bonus max (6000) / 41 200 euros – bonus max (6000) / 40 200 euros – bonus max (6000)
• Power: 95 kW (130 hp) / 95 kW (130 hp) / 160 kW (220 hp) Batteries: 40 kWh / 60 kWh / 60 kWh
• Autonomy: 300 km / 470 km / 450 km (WLTP)
• Charging: 6h10 for 80% on a 7 kW socket
• Accelerated charging: 35 min for 80% on a 100 kW fast terminal

The opinion of the editorial staff on the electric compact

Our verdict after testing the Renault Mégane E-Tech :

“Although it is not distinguished from its competitors by its price or its autonomy, the electric Renault Mégane e-Tech makes a very correct copy thanks to its dynamism, its neat style and its honest habitability given its compact dimensions. ”

WE love :

• Dynamic driving
• Neat presentation
• Large trunk for its class

We love less :

• Price still high
• Autonomy a bit fair
• Her name…

=> To read: the test of the Renault Mégane E-Tech

Renault Twingo R80 Electric

As a more affordable option than the Zoé, the all-electric version of the Twingo joined the Renault range in 2020. It starts at just over 24,000 euros, half that of its big sister by age and size. Obviously, she receives the maximum ecological bonus (6000 euros).

• Base price: 24,050 euros – max bonus (6000)
• Power: 60 kW (82 hp)
• Batteries : 22 kWh lithium-ion
• Autonomies: 190 km (WLTP)
• Charging: 4h10 for 80% on a 3.7 kW socket
• Accelerated charging: 42 min for 80% on a 22 kW terminal

The opinion of the editorial staff on the electric mini-city car

Our verdict after testing the Renault Twingo Electric :

“Even if it arrives late, this Twingo ZE is promised great success. Very successful, this electric motor only reinforces its qualities as an accomplished small city. And its price does not spoil anything.”

WE love :

• Pleasure / smoothness of driving
• Silence
• Handling
• Performance / behavior

We love less :

• Firm cushioning
• No “auto-hold” function

=> To read: the test of the Renault Twingo Electric

The reliability of the Renault Twingo Electric used

Our reliability assessment of the electric mini-city car at Losange :

• Shock absorbers: cups replaced.
• Tire pressure warning light coming on unexpectedly.
• Air conditioning: insufficiently effective in hot weather.
• Interior: “nightingales”.

=> To read: Used electric Renault Twingo: our opinion, from 13,000 Euros

Renault Zoe R110 / R135

Long the benchmark for electric car sales in Europe, the Renault Zoé is now overtaken by the Tesla Model 3. Since its renewal in 2019, the electric city car from Losange has reached a milestone in terms of autonomy, granting itself nearly 400 km, via its new 52 kWh battery.

• Base price: 33,700 euros (or 21,600 euros + 8,100 euros battery rental) – max bonus (6000) / 36,900 euros (or 28,800 euros + 8,100 euros battery rental) – max bonus (6000)
• Power: 80 kW (108 hp) / 100 kW (135 hp)
• Batteries : 52 kWh lithium-ion Autonomie : 375 km (WLTP)
• Charging: 3h30 for 80% on an 11 kW socket
• Accelerated charging: 55 min for 80% on a 50 kW fast terminal

The opinion of the editorial staff on the electric city car

Our verdict after testing the Renault Zoé:

“The new Renault Zoe impresses with its modern ambience and is still one of the most pleasant small cars in everyday life. Only its still too high price and the lack of fast charging stations limit its immense potential.

WE love :

• Smooth ride and silent operation
• Sufficient range for most trips
• Modern and neat presentation
• Appreciable performance with the 135 hp engine

We love less :

• Price still too high and CCS optional
• Long charge and limited to 50 kW
• No parking mode
• Hectic suspensions

=> To read: the test of the Renault Zoé

The reliability of the second-hand Renault Zoé

Our reliability assessment of the electric city car at the Losange:

• Motor: replacements, under warranty; numerous failures of the integrated charger (refusal of charging, replacements, etc.).
• Braking/gearbox: worn brake hose (recall in March 2016); parking brake fault preventing shifting to parking position (reminder in September 2017).
• Cockpit: nightingales; water infiltration at the level of the windshield opening (sealing seal or clogged drains).
• R-Link multimedia: malfunctions.

=> To read: Used Renault Zoe I: our opinion, from 7,000 euros

Renault Twizy 45 km/h / 80 km/h (homologation quadricycle)

Due to its status as a motorized quadricycle, the ecological bonus granted to it is limited to 900 euros. Arrived on the market in 2012, the Twizy can carry two people in line. The version limited to 45 km/h is accessible without a license, while the 80 version (km/h) requires a B license.

• Base price: 11,700 euros – bonus (900 euros as a quadricycle) / 12,300 euros – bonus (900)
• Power: 4 kW (5 hp) / 13 kW (17 hp)
• Batteries : 6,1 kWh lithium-ion
• Autonomies: 100 km (WLTP)
• Slow charging: 2h30 for 80% on a 2.3 kW socket

The reliability of the Renault Twizy used

Our reliability assessment of the electric quadricycle at Losange:

• Braking: risk of brake fluid leaking with lengthening of pedal travel (recall of 8,000 cars manufactured between January and May 2012 for seal replacement).
• Bodywork: fairly fragile coating, which could crack, particularly at the level of the roof.
• Very fragile door windows, advantageously replaced by aftermarket models.

=> To read: Used Renault Twizy: our opinion, from 4,500 euros

Electric Renaults available in 2023

Electric Renault Kangoo

While the hybrid will soon be in the spotlight for the restyling of the Clio and the Captur, Renault will have an additional electric novelty in its range, via its Kangoo MPV. Presented at the last Paris Motor Show, the Kangoo E-Tech Electric has a power of 120 hp and a 45 kWh battery to promise 285 km of autonomy. Its marketing is scheduled for the beginning of next year with an expected minimum price of 37,000 euros. On the other hand, it will be necessary to wait beyond 2023 to see the future Scénic in zero-emission. It is also in more than a year that the modern 100% electric Renault 5 is expected with the desire to display a reasonable price to stick to its image as a popular car.

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