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FIRST LOOK: RENAULT ZOE
Written by Richard Gooding
EVANGELICALLY ELECTRIC
With the new ZOE finally hitting UK roads, Richard Gooding takes a look at Renault’s latest all-electric vehicle and asks if it could finally shine a welcome spotlight on the EV market
The ZOE’s looks blend futuristic design with conventional supermini elements
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The ZOE’s various on-board systems are controlled by a central touchscreen
Think of electric cars and you may immediately recall the mid-sized Nissan Leaf or Vauxhall Ampera. And while the Smart Fortwo Electric Drive serves the small car of the market, it’s strictly a two‑seater. The supermini market is one of the largest car segments in the UK, and yet there has been no electric vehicle choice until now. Step forward the ZOE, Renault’s latest all‑electric vehicle. Designed from the ground-up as an EV, Renault says that it competes with its competitors (including its in-house Clio rival) on an equal footing.