The Renault K-ZE (Kwid Electric) that was
unveiled at Auto Shanghai 2019 has been teased ahead of its Indian debut at
Auto Expo 2020. For those new to this model, it's a pure electric car based on
the Renault Kwid.
The Renault K-ZE has a tad different
design compared to its ICE sibling. For the starters, it is devoid of a
radiator grille and an air intake, as there's no combustion engine under the
hood that needs airflow/cooling.
The Renault K-ZE gets a unique looking
bumper at both the ends which lends it a clean design. It looks more
contemporary thanks to the use of the LED lighting at both ends. Moreover, it
also benefits from the unique alloy wheels and four-wheel disc brakes. The main
distinguishing element between the regular Kwid and its zero-emission variant
is the unique front light setup that makes it look way more assertive. On the
inside, it gets a distinctive instrument cluster, a bigger, 8-inch touchscreen
infotainment system with 4G WiFi and a rotary gear selector.
The Renault City K-ZE packs a 26.8 kWh
battery and a 33 kW electric motor. It offers a driving range of 271 km (NEDC
rated). In the fast charge mode, the K-ZE gets charged up from 0-80% in 50
minutes, while in normal charge mode, it takes around 4 hours to attain 100% charge
