What is Renault E-Tech?
E-Tech plug-in hybrid With a plug-in battery and electric motor capable of day to day, zero-emission electric driving and a petrol engine giving the flexibility to drive in electric, hybrid or petrol modes. If you’ve stopped short of taking the plunge with an electric van in the past, the Renault Master E-Tech could well change your mind. With a long electric driving range and excellent payload, it’s a good alternative to diesel power. Plus, it’s well priced, offers excellent tech and comfort, and drives well.The driving experience: e-Power vs traditional hybrid Unlike Toyota’s system, where drivers are aware of the transition between electric and petrol modes, the e-Power system is nearly indistinguishable from driving a fully electric car. This is perhaps the most significant selling point of the e-Power system.E-Tech is the innovative and exclusive technology of Renault. Protected by 150 patents, it was developed in collaboration with the Renault F1 teams, and draws on our expertise in electric vehicles. The E-Tech Hybrid drive system combines a combustion engine, two electric engines and a battery.
Is the Renault 4 e-tech electric any good?
The Renault 4 is one of the best small(ish) electric cars to drive on the motorway, because it’s really comfortable and refined enough that wind and road noise never becomes a problem. It’s not hugely powerful, but has more than enough performance to get up to motorway speeds and pull off overtakes when required. The Renault 5 E-Tech might be a small car, but it packs a big punch. With its sporty looks and fun interior, an impressive range of technology fitted as standard across the range and a competitive price, it’s the car to beat in the compact electric car class.The reinvented Renault 5 EV will launch in 2024 with a focus on offering ‘driving pleasure’, according to the firm. The new machine will replace the hugely successful Renault Zoe as the French firm’s entry-level electric hatch, and features styling inspired by the classic model that was produced between 1972 and 1996.
Are Renault cars expensive to repair?
The MotorEasy survey, which analysed 47,000 warranty policies over a two and half year period, found that Renaults had a relatively high rate of mechanical failure, but this was balanced out by inexpensive repair costs. Overall, Renaults seem to offer a good ownership experience. Historically, Renault’s reputation for reliability has been patchy but these days it usually does pretty well. It ranked 8th (in a field of 33 manufacturers) in our recent reliability study, scoring an impressive 4.Renault vehicles are recognised for their solid reliability, catering to diverse needs from compact city cars to robust SUVs. Our data underscores Renault’s commitment to durability, with many models showcasing dependable performance over time.