Renault Zoe facelift Hatchback (2019)
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Renault Zoe facelift is an entry-level battery-electric subcompact hatchback in production from 2019. It is powered by electric motors from 108hp to 135hp aided by batteries from 41kWh to 52kWh.
Rather lethargic and ugly, the Zoe is related to another horrible EV from the same company, the Nissan Leaf. The car is only good at producing toxic waste, and one is better served taking the bus.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 8% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Less ugly than the Nissan Leaf
Cons
- Horrible performance
- Miserably low engine output
- Disastrous build quality
- Poor suspension setup
What external reviewers found***
External score 65% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent range
- Decent range
- All-round drivability
- Cheap to buy and lease
- Well-rounded interior
Cons
- Lacklustre ride quality
- Lacklustre interior
- Not as fun as in-house rivals
- Not as practical as rivals
- Poor zero-star rating from industry safety body
- Limited rear leg room
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Specifications
| R110 41kWh | R110 52kWh | R135 52kWh | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Cargo Capacity | 338 L / 11.9 cu-ft ~ 1225 L / 43.3 cu-ft | 388 L / 13.7 cu-ft ~ 1225 L / 43.3 cu-ft | 388 L / 13.7 cu-ft ~ 1225 L / 43.3 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Passengers | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payload | 474 kg / 1045 lbs | 486 kg / 1071 lbs | 486 kg / 1071 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs, 280 mm | Ventilated discs, 280 mm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Rear | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs, 260 mm | Ventilated discs, 260 mm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Front | MacPherson strut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Rear | Semi-independent | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tire Size | 185/65 R15 | Front wheel tires: 185/65 R15 92T, 195/55 R16 91T, 215/45 R17 91V Rear wheel tires: 205/45 R17 88V | Front wheel tires: 195/55 R16 91T, 215/45 R17 91V Rear wheel tires: 195/55 R16 91T, 205/45 R17 88V | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turning Circle | 10.6 m / 34.6 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Capacity | 41.0 kWh (gross) | 52.0 kWh (gross) | 52.0 kWh (gross) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Type | Lithium-ion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Style | 5-door battery-electric Hatchback | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm / 4.7 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Height | 1562 mm / 61.5 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Length | 4087 mm / 160.9 in | 4084 mm / 160.8 in | 4084 mm / 160.8 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Width | 1787 mm / 70.4 in | 1945 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded) | 1730 mm / 68.1 in | 1945 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded) | 1730 mm / 68.1 in | 1945 mm / 76.6 in (mirror unfolded) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Front | 1506.0 mm / 59.3 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Rear | 1489.0 mm / 58.6 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 1502.0 kg / 3311.3 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Size | 15 in | Front wheel rims: 15, 16 in, 17 Rear wheel rims: 17 | Front wheel rims: 16, 17 Rear wheel rims: 16, 17 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2588 mm / 101.9 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 11.4 sec | 11.4 sec | 9.5 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 10.8 sec | 10.8 sec | 9.0 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Electric Range | 316.0 km / 196.4 mi | 395.0 km / 245.4 mi | 386.0 km / 239.8 mi | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top Speed | 135.0 km/h / 83.9 mph | 135.0 km/h / 83.9 mph | 140.0 km/h / 87.0 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine | Power | 108 hp / 80.5 kW @ 3395-10886 rpm | 108 hp / 80.5 kW @ 3395-10886 rpm | 135 hp / 100.7 kW @ 4200-11163 rpm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Gears | 1-speed | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission | Type | Automatic | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Availability | 2019 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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External Reviews
autocar[1]
Reviewer score 69%This new Zoe feels much more at ease on a greater proportion of Britain’s roads than the old model. The 132bhp delivered to the front wheels is a healthy increase over the old 106bhp R110 motor. Renault is sweetening the deal with a 7kW wallbox included with the price of the car, for anyone making the switch to electric for the first time. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are also welcome additions.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- More comfortable to drive
- Better fuel economy
Cons
- More expensive than the old model
autocar[2]
Reviewer score 65%A 0-62mph sprint of 9.0sec isn't to be sniffed at for a mainstream supermini. WLTP-tested fuel economy figure of almost 50mpg will translate closely into real-world driving. The biggest question will be if this Clio can justify its £21,655 list price. It puts it directly up against the entry-level Ford Fiesta ST.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Well-rounded interior
- All-round drivability
Cons
- No automatic gearbox
- Limited rear leg room
autoexpress[3]
Reviewer score 70%From behind the wheel, the Renault Zoe feels much like a traditional combustion-engined supermini – albeit a much quieter one. It would especially appeal to families with two or three cars, as the Zoe suits shorter commutes and daily errands perfectly. It's more practical than a Volkswagen e-up! and cheaper to buy or lease than a BMW i3. But its poor zero-star rating from industry safety body Euro NCAP makes it hard to recommend.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Cheap to buy and lease
- Excellent range
Cons
- Poor zero-star rating from industry safety body
autoexpress[4]
Reviewer score 58%The Zoe continues to lead the way in the small, affordable electric car segment. It's cheaper than the Nissan Leaf, more practical than the Vauxhall Corsa-e, and delivers more range than either of them. The Zoe is available with two outputs from its single, front-mounted electric motor: an R110 model with 107bhp or an R135 version with 134bhp.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Fantastic range
- Decent range
Cons
- Lacklustre interior
- Not as practical as rivals
carmagazine[5]
Reviewer score 67%The R135 GT-Line has a slightly harsh undertone that thumps and bumps over road imperfections, yet still leans in a stereotypically Gallic way around the bends. Even on the most expensive model, the seats are pretty basic. The generously squashy pads have no height adjustment and just the bare minimum of distance and backrest tweakage. The dashboard's LCD displays media or sat-nav info between a speedometer and efficiency readout, behind a new steering wheel with actual buttons for the cruise control. The interior has been given a visual and environmentally friendly uplift with a swathe of material made from recycled seat belts and bottles, plus there’s a total of 22.5kg of recycled polymer parts in and around the cabin.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Bigger and more fun to drive
- Lots of new tech
Cons
- Lacklustre ride quality
- Not as fun as in-house rivals
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References
- ^ Renault Zoe 2020 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/renault/zoe/first-drives/renault-zoe-2020-uk-review. 2020-03-25. Retrieved 2022-07-27.
- ^ Renault Zoe 2021 long-term review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/renault/zoe/long-term-reviews/renault-zoe-2021-long-term-review. 2021-02-24. Retrieved 2022-07-27.
- ^ Renault ZOE review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/zoe. 2021-12-09. Retrieved 2022-07-27.
- ^ New Renault Zoe 2020 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/zoe/108044/new-renault-zoe-2019-review. 2020-03-25. Retrieved 2022-07-27.
- ^ Renault Zoe EV (2021) review: one small step. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/renault/zoe-ev/. 2021-12-23. Retrieved 2022-07-27.
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