2013 Renault ZOE Amazing

Driving 2013 Renault ZOE is a unique experience which gives new meaning to the term ‘driving pleasure’. The synchronous electric motor with rotor coil has a power output of 65kW and instantly delivers maximum torque of 220Nm. Acceleration and pull-away are responsive from low speeds. Driving is more relaxing thanks to the silent ride and smooth, gearshift-free acceleration.

For stress-free driving in built-up areas, 2013 Renault ZOE is fitted with ‘Z.E. Voice’, an alarm which warns pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching. ‘Z.E. Voice’ can be heard from 1 to 30kph and was the subject of special design work to create a bespoke sound identity for Renault ZOE. The driver can choose between three different sounds, while it is possible to turn off the warning system by simply pressing a button. Programmable pre-conditioning heats or cools ZOE’s cabin when the vehicle is charging. When the driver gets into the car, the cabin is just the right temperature and the energy used for the thermal comfort system is not drawn from the battery. An activated charcoal cabin air filter traps most bad smells and pollutants. It also filters substances just a few microns in size, such as pollen and soot.

The choice of colours and materials for the ‘Zen’ version recalls purity and wellbeing: white, blue and chrome, plus a soft-feel dashboard. Renault ZOE Zen is fitted with ‘Take Care by Renault’ equipment as standard. Launched with Renault Latitude, the ‘Take Care’ signature is a guarantee of premium features dedicated to occupant wellbeing and travelling comfort. In addition to the pre-conditioning function and active charcoal cabin filter, it includes:

- A relaxing or stimulating scent diffuser. The effectiveness of the scents has been proven by a study conducted by the German institute Psyrecon

- A dual-mode purifying and relaxing air ioniser: the purifying function eliminates the bacteria found in the cabin air. The relaxing function generates negative ions to produce a balance with the positive ions, which are present in high concentrations in a confined space such as a car’s interior.

- A toxicity sensor: this system detects excessive pollution levels and automatically switches on the air recycling mode in the cabin.

- Teflon upholstery protection, for easier cleaning: this invisible, odourless treatment is both waterproof and stain-proof.

Like all electric vehicles, ZOE emits no CO2, NOx, CO or fine particles. It also signals the disappearance of unpleasant smells and ‘engine’ noise during road use. Well-to-wheel CO2 emissions depend on the energy-generation mix of each country. Emissions total 62 g / km of CO2 in Europe, versus 89 g / km for the new Toyota Prius. They are even lower in France at just 12 g / km of CO2.

2013 Renault ZOE world premiere features:

1. The first mass-market electric vehicle to be homologated with an NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) range of 210 km.

2. The first vehicle equipped with Range OptimiZEr that improves the real-world range, depending on driving conditions.

3. The first electric vehicle capable of being charged at any level of power in between 30 minutes and nine hours thanks to the Chameleon charger.

4. The first Renault vehicle to be presented with Renault R-Link, a multimedia system featuring a seven-inch touch screen tablet, navigation and connected services.

5. The first electric vehicle to enable the massive roll-out of fast charging stations, which are easier and up to four times cheaper for local governments.

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