Overview
Renault has revealed the Trafic E‑Tech, an all‑electric mid‑size van built on a new 800‑volt platform. It targets up to 280 miles of range (claimed), adds vehicle‑to‑load capability for powering equipment, and lowers overall height to ease entry into parking garages. It is positioned as a fresh choice for buyers considering electric versions of Ford’s Transit and Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz Cargo.
Powertrain and Charging
- 800‑volt electrical architecture with DC fast charging quoted at 15% to 80% in 20 minutes.
- Rear‑mounted single motor: 201 bhp and 254 lb‑ft; rear‑wheel drive.
- Vehicle‑to‑load (V2L) to power external tools and devices; output details not specified.
- Turning circle reported at 10.3 meters, comparable to a Renault Clio’s (claimed).
Batteries and Range
- Long Range: 81‑kWh NMC battery with a targeted up to 280 miles of range.
- Urban Range: 59‑kWh LFP battery quoted at 217 miles.
- Actual range will vary with load, route, temperature, and driving style; the test cycle is not specified.
Capability
- Targeted payload: 1.25 tonnes.
- Towing capacity: 2 tonnes.
Dimensions and Cargo
- L1: 5.1 m³ cargo volume.
- L2: 5.8 m³ cargo volume (+40 cm wheelbase).
- Large side and rear apertures allow Euro pallets to be loaded from either side or the back.
- Overall height trimmed to 1.9 meters for better access to underground car parks (claimed).
Interior and Tech
- 12‑inch central touchscreen (reported as the largest in Renault’s light commercial range), with optional Google Built‑in and commercial‑vehicle routing.
- 10‑inch digital instrument cluster.
- Seat upholstery uses fabric with 50% recycled denim.
Exterior and Platform
- Backlit Renault logo with a full‑width front light bar.
- Protective black cladding on bumpers and lower doors.
- “Visor‑like” windshield and revised beltline to modernize the look while preserving utility.
- All‑new platform underpins packaging and charging performance; many rivals still use 400‑volt systems.
Positioning and Strategy
The Trafic E‑Tech is set against electric rivals like Ford Transit and Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo. Renault plans to keep the diesel Trafic on sale alongside the EV and expects this platform to support a broader family of all‑electric light commercial vehicles in the coming years.
What the report doesn’t specify
- AC charging and on‑board charger specs.
- Pricing, market rollout timing, and regional availability.
- Driver‑assistance and safety features.
- How payload/towing may vary by battery size or body length.
Key takeaways
- All‑electric Trafic on an 800‑volt platform.
- Two batteries: 81 kWh (up to 280 miles) and 59 kWh (217 miles).
- V2L functionality; 15%–80% DC fast charge in about 20 minutes (claimed).
- RWD with 201 bhp and 254 lb‑ft; tight 10.3 m turning circle (claimed).
- Work‑ready packaging: 5.1/5.8 m³ cargo and 1.9 m overall height for garage access.
