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The Fluence Zero Emissions EV will be made at the OYAK-Renault factory in Bursa, Turkey, alongside the standard Fluence sedans. The Fluence EV is powered by an electric motor that produces 94bhp and 226Nm of torque, which are sent to the front wheels through a direct drive transmission.
The electric motor is powered by a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 22kW/h, and weighs 250kg. The battery pack is located behind the rear seats and can be charged in three ways. The first method is through a standard household socket, which takes six to eight hours for a full recharge. The second method is through a fast charge stations using a 32A 400V supply that recharges the car in 30 minutes, while owners can also choose the QuickDrop method, which allows them to swap the batteries for new ones in less than three minutes at bespoke battery exchange stations. In addition, an energy recovery system enables the battery to be charged when the car decelerates.
Renault says that when fully charged, the Fluence EV is able to provide a driving range of 160km, while the car's top speed is electronically limited to 130km/h. The electric version is 130mm longer than the standard Fluence, at 4750mm long, in order to accommodate the battery behind the rear seats.
Cosmetic changes on the Fluence EV include a blue-hued tint on the headlamps, tail lamps, fog lamps, logos and boot trim, gloss black exterior mirror housings, body-colour painted side protective mouldings and the battery charge flaps on both wing, while the rear bumper incorporates a black diffuser, and the wheels have been specially designed to minimize turbulence. Inside, the Fluence EV features an instrument that replaces the rev counter, and displays data about the remaining range and battery charge.
The Kangoo EV meanwhile, is a small van that is powered by a 59bhp electric motor with 226Nm of torque that is channelled to the front wheels. It features a lithium-ion battery that is located in a central position beneath the floor, which allows it to have the same carrying capacity as the standard Kangoo. The battery can be charged through a standard household socket in six to eight hours, and provide a range of 160km.
