The Renault Zoe gains a more powerful motor

Renault will soon be offering its pure-electric Zoe hatchback with a better R110 motor.

Compared to the existing R90 unit, power is up from 91 bhp (68 kW / 92 PS) to 107 bhp (80 kW / 108 PS). Peak torque meanwhile has been increased by a modest 5 Nm (3 lb/ft) to 225 Nm (165 lb/ft).

Renault Zoe (2018) Front Side

According to Renault, mid-range acceleration is the main beneficiary. The time needed to complete the 50-75 mph (80-120 km/h) increment is down by almost two seconds, for example. Acceleration from rest to 62 mph (100 km/h) takes 11.4 seconds and the car’s top speed is 83 mph (135 km/h).

As before, energy is supplied by a 41 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Therefore, if the extra performance potential is exploited, then range is bound to suffer. Nevertheless, claimed real-world driving distances on a full charge are 186 miles (300 kilometres) in the summer and 124 miles (200 kilometres) in the winter.

Renault Zoe (2018) Interior

UK deliveries of the R110-equipped Zoe are due to begin in the summer. Renault has yet to confirm prices.

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