The Renault Kangoo ZE is the BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) version of Renault’s popular Kangoo van.
It has been the world’s top selling all-electric light van, with global sales of 29,523 units delivered through to the end of 2017.
In Australia, the Kangoo ZE is only offered in the ‘Maxi van’ size, although it is offered in three sizes in Europe.
Available with a 22 kWh battery in Europe since 2013, the larger (33 kWh) battery version became available in Australia in late 2017. (NB: There are a very few 22 kWh Kangoo ZE vans available second-hand in Australia following trials with selected business in 2014 – 17).
The currently quoted price (as of August 2018) for a Kangoo ZE is $52,999 drive-away.
Renault Kangoo ZE Van Variants
| Variant | Battery (kWh) | WLTP Range (km) | EPA Range (km) | Power Output (Nm) | Maximum Torque (Nm) | Plug Types (AC/DC) | Max Charge Rate (AC/DC) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kangoo ZE | 33 | 270 | 200 | 44 | 225 | Type 2 (AC) | 7 | $53,000+ |
DRIVING RANGE
The Kangoo ZE with the 33 kWh battery has a quoted NEDC range of 270 km, but the real-world driving range is in the vicinity of 200 km in summer and 120 km in winter.
CHARGING SPEEDS/REQUIREMENTS
Charging port
The Kangoo ZE is fitted with a Mennekes type 2 socket. It can charge at a maximum of 32A on a single phase AC EVSEs (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment).
AC charging
Charging speeds vary on the capacity of the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) it is connected to and the chosen battery size. Charging times are shown in the table below.
DC fast charging
The Kangoo ZE does not currently have either 3 phase AC or DC fast-charge options.
General
To get the fastest possible charging speed for a Kangoo ZE (6 hrs to a full-charge from empty), it would be best to install a 32A (7 kW) capable mode 2 EVSE.
Note that an EVSE for a Kangoo ZE will need to have a type 2 (Mennekes) plug (tethered lead type) or socket (BYO lead type).
The Kangoo ZE will also charge using a 16A EVSE or 15A power point, but it will be slower. (See section 3.2).
Important note for any EVSE installation:
Switchboard and or electrical supply upgrades may be needed if your home is more than 20 years old. (See fact-sheet on ‘Making your home EV ready’, or read articles in:
- EV News, (AEVA newsletter) issue 231, or
- ReNew, (ATA magazine) edition 143.
Renault Kangoo ZE Van Time to Charge (hrs)
| Battery size (kWh) | 15A socket | 16A 1 phase (3.6kW) | 32A 1 phase (7.2kW) | 32A 3 phase (22kW) | DC Fast Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | 20h | 12h | 6h | 6h | N/A |
HOME CHARGING CONSIDERATIONS
General
To get the fastest possible charging speed for a Kangoo ZE (6 hrs to a full-charge from empty), it would be best to install a 32A (7 kW) capable mode 2 EVSE.
Note that an EVSE for a Kangoo ZE will need to have a type 2 (Mennekes) plug (tethered lead type) or socket (BYO lead type).
The Kangoo ZE will also charge using a 16A EVSE or 15A power point, but it will be slower. (See section 3.2).
Renault Kangoo ZE Van Specifications
| Maximum Load Volume m3 | Loading Height mm | Loading Length mm | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Width with mirrors (mm) | Height (mm) | Tow Rating (braked / unbraked) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 | 1129 | 2115 | 4666 | 1829 | 2138 | 1820/1836 | 322/322 |
