With the Renault R4 E-Tech Electric, the French are reviving the R4. With a range of up to 400 km and plenty of interior space, the compact electric model is particularly aimed at families.
Renault 4 E-Tech Electric
Renault Group
As early as 2022, Renault provided a glimpse of how the brand intends to revive the Renault 4 for the modern age with the show car 4Ever Trophy. Now the production model of the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is here. There are numerous details that are reminiscent of the 1960s icon and have been modernized: grille, bonnet, bumpers, rear quarter windows, protective mouldings on the doors, capsule-shaped headlights and fabric roof.
While the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric is aimed primarily at urban customers, the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is intended to appeal to a wider audience, particularly young families."With Renault 4 E-Tech electric, Renault is pursuing its efforts to bring electric vehicles into the mainstream in Europe", says Fabrice Cambolive, CEO of the Renault brand. "This latest model rounds out an already broad range, with Megane, Scenic the all-new Renault 5 E-Tech electric. But we were missing a compact car with real space", says Cambolive.
Interior with Space for Five Occupants
The Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is positioned in the B segment, directly above the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric. With a length of 4.14 m, it is between the Clio (9 cm shorter) and the Captur (9 cm longer). The 2.62 m wheelbase should provide plenty of space in the interior. The width remains moderate at 1.80 m. The height of 1.57 m is on a par with the Captur. The main difference between the two is the ground clearance: at 18.1 cm, it is 1.2 cm higher than in the Captur. All versions of the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric are equipped with 18" wheels.
The Renault 4 E-Tech can accommodate up to five people and has a 420-liter boot that is easily accessible thanks to a low loading sill and an electric tailgate. In addition, the passenger seat can be folded down flat. The electric compact model features the OpenR link multimedia system and integrated Google functions. It is also the second Renault vehicle to feature the new avatar Reno, a virtual travel companion, and ChatGPT.
Based on the New AmpR Small Electric Platform
In addition, the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric features an optimized front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension. Added to this are comfort and safety technologies, including Active Driver Assist for autonomous driving at level 2, 26 driving assistance systems and the My Safety Switch, which allows drivers to activate their preferred settings for five safety and assistance systems at the push of a button. The new dynamic braking system combines braking and ESP in a single module and is designed to halve response time. Other features include Fireman Access, Exit Warning, Safety Score and Safety Coach, which are already available in the Scenic and Renault 5 E-Tech Electric.
Like the new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is based on the AmpR-Small platform. In addition, the Extended Grip traction control and a towing capacity of 750 kg are available. Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is the first Renault vehicle to be equipped with a single-pedal function. It is available from the Techno version upwards, works in conjunction with the first three regenerative braking modes and, like these, is activated via the steering wheel rockers. The single-pedal function allows the regenerative braking power to be maximized.
Two Motorizations and two Battery Versions Available
To power the new Renault 4 E-Tech Electric, there is a choice of a battery available in two versions, 40 and 52 kWh, and an electric motor offered in two power levels, 90 (120 hp) and 110 kW (150 hp). This should allow up to 400 km to be covered before the vehicle needs to be plugged back in. Fast charging with up to 100 kW charging power and various charging solutions offered by Mobilize are designed to ensure convenience and efficiency.
The 52 kWh lithium-ion battery uses NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt) technology. The 110 kW motor of the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is directly based on the motor of the Megane E-Tech Electric and the Scenic E-Tech Electric and is the same as in the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric. The motor develops a maximum torque of 245 Nm and accelerates the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 8.5 s and from 80 to 120 km/h in less than 7 s. The maximum speed is electronically limited to 150 km/h. In addition, the Renault 4 E-Tech Electric features a new 11 kW bi-directional AC charger compatible with V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid).
The Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is built in Maubeuge, part of the ElectriCity complex, along with vehicles such as the Renault Kangoo.
This is a partly automated translation of this German article.
