While the European automotive market is barely on track for gradual recovery after the coronavirus lockdown, the all-electric Renault ZOE is selling like never before.
The number of new registrations in June increased by 107% year-over-year to 10,944.
Renault just boasted that June 2020 was a record-breaking month for the ZOE in terms of new orders - more than 11,000 orders were placed - 11,158 to be precise.
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In France, ZOE orders tripled in June (year-over-year) to a new record of 7,050, while in Germany it was 1,990 (up 117% year-over-year)!
We assume that the high demand is caused by revamped EV incentives in many European countries, especially France and Germany.
If the demand continues, the Renault ZOE may be a decent contender with the Tesla Model 3 in Europe this year, especially since it was slightly ahead after May.
Gallery: Renault ZOE (2020)
The refreshed ZOE with its 52 kWh battery and a range of up to 390 km (242 miles) WLTP is one of the top models to consider when looking for a practical, subcompact car for city driving.
Renault ZOE R135 specs (see full description here):
- up to 390 km (242 miles) of WLTP range
- 52 kWh lithium-ion battery (air-cooled)
- Battery pack: 400 V nominal, 192 cells, 10 modules, 326 kg of weight, 160 Wh/kg
- to 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 9.5 seconds
- 80-120 km/h (50 to 75 mph) in 7.1 seconds
- top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph)
- R135 electric motor: 100 kW of peak power and 245 Nm of peak torque
- R110 electric motor (option): 80 kW of peak power and 225 Nm of peak torque
- DC fast charging using CCS Combo 2, up to 50 kW
- AC charging of up to 22 kW (3-phase)
Gallery: Renault Zoe studio
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