2009 RENAULT Fluence ZE 95 HP

Vehicle Overview

Based on the stretched version of the Renault Megane, the Fluence ZE offered electric mobility at an affordable price. It was produced with help from their allies, Nissan.

The third generation of the Renault Megane was offered in all shapes: 3- and 5-door hatchback, convertible, station-wagon, and sedan. The latter was named Fluence and was not offered on all the markets. Its electric version though, the Fluence ZE, was sent in the U.K. to add more value for the French car company.

The Fluence ZE was longer than the regular, internal combustion-powered Renault Fluence. That was due to the battery pack and added a better look to the car. Its size went over the compact-sized vehicles and it could even threaten the Laguna hatchback. Its slim headlights swept on their sides and the square front grille gave the car a better look than other Renault on the market.

Inside, the Fluence ZE featured a different dashboard design, with a TomTom navigation system mounted on top. The instrument cluster featured a speedometer in the middle, a battery level on the left, and a small dial on the right with instant consumption. An LCD was placed on the right as well, for the onboard computer. Due to the big wheelbase, the rear seats offered plenty of legroom and enough headroom

The powertrain came from a Nissan Leaf and it offered a decent amount of power and overall speed, especially for the city traffic. It was not quick nor fast, but it offered enough for a daily commute.