Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric vs Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi

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General Info

While the Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Minivan.

Property Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi
Years of Production 2022-… 2011-2017
Current Status Produced Discontinued
Country of Manufacture France France
Body Style Minivan Minivan
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 5.6 4.7

Range and Efficiency

While the Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017).

Property Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi
Range (WLTP) 177 mi - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 150 mi 80 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 48 kWh 22 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 45 kWh 21 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 30 kWh/100 mi 26.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.33 mi/kWh 3.81 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 4.9 5.1

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…) can charge at up to 80 kW.

The Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) is limited to 3.5 kW.

Property Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 3.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 80 kW - Max Charging Power (DC)
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 Type 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 5.4 2.2

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type 1 motor: EESM 1 motor: EESM
Motor Power (kW) 90 kW 44 kW
Motor Power (hp) 121 hp 59 hp
Motor Torque 181 lb-ft 166 lb-ft
0-60 mph 12.1 s 21.8 s
Top Speed 84 mph 81 mph
Performance Score 1.9 1.4

Dimensions

The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…).

The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi
Length 176.6 in 181 in
Width (with Mirrors) 85 in 84 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 73.2 in 72 in
Height 72.4 in 70.9 in
Wheelbase 106.9 in 121.3 in

Cargo and Towing

The Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3307 lb, whereas the Renault Kangoo Z.E. Maxi (2011-2017) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Electric Renault Kangoo Z.E. (E-Tech) Maxi
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4125 lb 3466 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 30 ft3 45.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 88.3 ft3 120.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 3307 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 7.8 7.5
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