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Where smart technology meets class-leading design. It’s no wonder the Renault Kangoo E-Tech was named Best Small Electric Van at the 2024 What Car? Awards. This small van offers an efficient all-electric powertrain with practical loading and storage.
Wherever you need to go, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech is ready to take you there. Drive up to 186 miles (WLTP) thanks to the advanced 44kWh battery. Precise driving range will depend on speed, driving style, and weather conditions. However, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech is a durable workhorse, optimising efficiency whatever the drive.
Even with full loading capacity traveling at around 68mph and low temperatures of 5 degrees, you’ll still get 92 miles of range on a single charge.*
*Using the Renault driving range calculator.
Primed to perform, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech offers instant power and torque with its 100% electric powertrain. This brings you up to 120hp and 245Nm torque, allowing you to go from 0-62mph in 12.6 seconds.
It may be small but it’s certainly agile, with a maximum speed of 81mph. The built-in cooling system ensures the battery is always working at optimal temperature. With an automatic transmission, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech offers a smoother, more responsive drive.
You’ll also enjoy a much quieter drive, with no noisy engine guzzling up fuel. Overall, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech is energetic and nippy to drive. Perfect for skirting around town or cruising the motorway.
The Renault Kangoo E-Tech offers a perfect blend of style and comfort to improve your workday. There are two trims available – Advance and Extra (Advance+). Both bring you a host of different features.
With Advance, you’ll get a single passenger seat, 16” steel wheels, automatic headlights, and manual air conditioning. Meanwhile, the Extra trim takes things up a notch with automatic air conditioning and a passenger bench seat with a mobile office setup.
Both feature soft-touch black upholstery on the seats also. Although the Extra trim adds a touch of style with yellow accents.
As for accessories, there’s a premium wood trim you can add. This will add protection to the floors, wheel arches, and side panels. A good shout if you want to protect your load space and keep your interior pristine.
An aluminium roof rack can be added to transport up to 100kg of equipment. Ideal if your work involves carrying longer items. To protect the front cabin, there are rubber mats available for the passenger compartment floor. These are made from waterproof rubber, making them easy to clean.
Renault provide extra accessories for your Kangoo to help make your life easier. A swan neck towbar pack for cycle carriers or towing are available. Along with front and rear mudguards to help keep your Kangoo’s exterior clean.
Inside, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech shows that a high-performance van doesn’t have to compromise on space.
Thanks to the battery being stored under the floor, the Kangoo is available in both L1 and L2 versions. Dual-side sliding doors make kerbside loading and unloading a breeze, with 200mm extra opening space in the L2.
You’ll also enjoy up to 4.3m3 loading volume inside the interior, which can be reconfigured to suit your needs. With the retractable inside rack, you can save plenty of floor space. You can also store objects up to 2.5 metres long under the roof.
Towing is normally the area where electric vans fall short. However, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech defies expectations. It offers a record-breaking 1.5-tonne towing capacity, showing it can do just about anything!
Dimensions for the Renault Kangoo E-Tech are 4,486mm (length) x 2,159mm width x 1,864mm height. As for loading dimensions, these are as follows:
| Gross vehicle weight (kg) | Max. unladen kerb weight (kg) | Max. payload (kg) |
| 2,490 | 1,726 | 764 |
Specifications vary slightly depending on whether you choose the L1 or L2. However, even as standard you get a decent level of equipment. We’ve broken down the key spec differences with each model for you below:
| Renault Kangoo E-Tech Start | Renault Kangoo E-Tech Advance (Start equipment +) |
|---|---|
| DAB digital radio with Bluetooth, USB and AUX input | 8.0-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Auto lights and wipers | Electronic parking brake |
| Single passenger seat with ISOFIX | Front passenger bench seat area |
| Full-steel bulkhead | LED lighting in load area |
| Manual air conditioning | Wide-view mirror |
| Electric windows | Body-coloured door rails |
| Heated and powered door mirrors | Reverse parking sensors |
| Twin side doors | |
| Driver’s airbag | |
| Hill Start Assist | |
| Emergency call function | |
| Cruise control and speed limiter | |
| 3.5-inch TFT information display |
For further information on specific pricing by trim, get in touch with our expert team.
Whether or not you’re a tech lover, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech offers a generous range of technology that’s easy to use. With an 8” multimedia touchscreen, you can pair your smartphone and control navigation, apps, and music seamlessly with a simple tap.
Don't worry about chasing those updates. Maps are automatically updated, so you will always have the latest version available. You’ll also be able to view live traffic conditions and charging points to help you on your way.
Wanting to maximise convenience? Renault offer a smartphone holder and wireless charging capability as optional extras. With a digital rear-view mirror, you can easily see what’s behind you no matter how much cargo you’re carrying in the back. Great for giving you that extra bit of confidence on the road.
Keep yourself and other road users safe. For improved safety, the Kangoo E-Tech offers eight advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as standard. These include Lane Departure Warning, Active Emergency Braking, and more.
Rear parking sensors will help you to park like a pro when it comes to loading and unloading. There’s also a handy driver attention alert system that encourages you to take a break if you’ve been on the road a while.
The Renault Kangoo makes a great option if you’re looking for an affordable small electric van. While offering more range than many of its competitors, it’s also relatively cheap to run.
You can expect a running cost of around 28p per mile for the Renault Kangoo E-Tech*. Although that’s not the only area where you’ll enjoy savings. Given you’ll be paying zero road tax and no congestion zone charges, you’ll also enjoy daily savings just by tootling around in it.
With charging and low maintenance costs to take care of, you’ll be set when it comes to running your Kangoo E-Tech. Schedule home charging during off-peak times to help cut charging costs. Download public charging apps on your smartphone and compare prices ahead of time so you can get the best price.
*According to Fleet News.
Speaking of charging, the Renault Kangoo is easy and efficient to charge. Using a fast-charging terminal (typically 7kW-43kW), you can regain as much as 105 miles of range in just 27 minutes. Perfect for a chance to stop for a quick lunch break and recharge your own batteries!
The van comes with a 22kW 80 DC charger, enabling faster charging wherever you choose to recharge. What’s more, with the various smart home chargers compatible you can make sure you have enough battery for every workday.
Welcome in colder mornings with a pre-heating function inside the cabin. This can be done during your morning charge. Simply use the van’s remote setting energy-efficient heat pump and it will come at no cost to your driving range! Now that’s a major plus.
If you have off-street parking, you’ll also be eligible for a government grant. This is to help with the costs of buying and installing a home charging point.
It’s important to know what you’re in for when choosing the right van for your business. Every model will have its pros and cons. We’ve broken these down for you below to help you decide if the Renault Kangoo E-Tech is right for you:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Zero tailpipe emissions meaning no road tax to pay | No alternative battery options on offer |
| Eligible for the government’s PiVG grant saving you up to £2,500 | Slightly more expensive than similar models of its class |
| Faster charging thanks to the 22kW 80 DC charger provided | Interior cabin spacious but basic |
| Higher towing capability (up to 1.5 tonnes) compared to similar models | Runs slightly slower compared to some of its rivals |
When it comes to rivals, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech has plenty to compete with in the electric van category. There’s the Citroen e-Berlingo, Peugeot e-Partner, and Vauxhall Combo Electric, to name just a few.
Though it may offer more simple style and performance, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech stands out for its efficiency. It offers a towing capacity unlike most others in its class, while faster charging makes it more convenient for a busy work schedule.
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