TC EURO CARS (TCEC), the sole franchise holder of Renault vehicles in Malaysia, this week announced that the new Renault Zoe is available for sale in the country and open for registration of interest.
Those who are keen to take a closer look at the new Zoe can visit the Renault flagship showroom along Jalan Kemajuan in Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya where there is a unit on display.
This latest generation Renault Zoe takes the pleasure of driving a 100% electric car to a new dimension.
With its increased power and range, host of engineering and technological enhancements and distinctive French styling, the new Zoe is more high performing than ever.
Since its mass production launch in 2012, the Renault Zoe has continued to win over drivers, with almost 380,000 units sold by the end of May this year.
Two variants will be available in the Malaysian market with different motor configurations – the R110 and R135. These updated powertrains promise a smooth and responsive driving experience.
Priced at RM163,000, (stated are on-the-road, inclusive of SST, without insurance, for Peninsular Malaysia only) the new Zoe R110 delivers a maximum output of 80kW and 225Nm of torque for efficiency.
Meanwhile, the more powerful R135 provides peak power of 100kW and maximum torque of 245Nm. The official price for the R135 has yet to be confirmed but is estimated at RM175,000.
Both cars are powered by Renault’s new 52kWh Z.E. 50 battery, which gives it a considerable range of up to 395km on the WLTP driving range This is a 2% improvement over the previous generation battery without any increase in physical dimensions.
The new Renault now also features direct current (DC) rapid charging capability via the new Combo CCS2 plug in addition to its Type 2 alternating current (AC) charging option.
With DC charging, the new Zoe recovers up to 145km of driving range in 30 minutes. With AC Type 2 charging, it achieves zero to 100% capacity in three hours (on the 22kW charger) and 9 hours 30 minutes (on the 7.4kW charger).
On the inside, the Zoe’s freshly redesigned cabin features a wide 10-inch customisable full TFT instrument cluster and the Renault Easy Link multimedia system with six audio speakers.
The updated infotainment system also features a seven-inch central touchscreen with smartphone replication that is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Renault has also made smart use of ethical and sustainable materials in the interior, featuring tactile textiles on key touch points.
Meanwhile, new Zoe’s enhanced comfort and ergonomics deliver a more pleasant ride for driver and passengers alike.