Renault Kwid-based EV (K-ZE) Debuts In China

Renault has just introduced the K-ZE, an electric version of the popular hatchback Kwid, in the Chinese market.  In China, the Kwid electric is priced at 61,800 yuan which is equal to Rs 6.22 lakh. This electric vehicle offers a range of 271 km on one single charge. At its top speed, the K-ZE can reach 105 kmph.

Renault K-ZE is an affordable electric hatchback for customers with a small budget

Its internal combustion counterpart is known for being a very city-friendly small car with an affordable price tag. It seems that the electric version will follow the same strategy. Moreover, the electric version can be a clearer, environment-friendly alternative for the Renault Kwid. The affordable price tag of this electric vehicle can also attract a wide customer band from the hatchback segment in India. Plus, the government of India also promises to implement some favourable initiatives for the EV segment. For those reasons, the Renault K-ZE has been under consideration for the Indian market for quite a while. If the French manufacturer agrees to launch the K-ZE in India, the electric Kwid is not likely to introduce any sooner than 2022.

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If launched, Renault K-ZE will arrive in India market in 2022

Currently, the electric vehicle market has welcomed a prominent EV launch of the Hyundai Kona SUV. The electric SUV has been receiving good feedback from the customer. Hyundai is also planning to become one of the main players in the EV segment with a series of affordable EV on the horizon. After the premium-priced Kona, Hyundai is working on a low-cost EV for the budget range. This EV is expected to launch in the upcoming years. Besides Hyundai, Mahindra is also a potential factor in the future EV segment. Besides its current range of EVs, Mahindra is planning to introduce the electric eXUV300 sub-4 meter SUV next year and the eKUV100. Nissan, Renault’s partner, has its plan to launch its popular EV Nissan Left in the India market. This model is expected to make its debut at the 2020 Auto Expo in February. The Leaf has gained a huge popularity in the international market, however, for the India market, Nissan is not expecting this car to become a major hot-selling vehicle but a restricted brand-building model. Maruti Suzuki, India’s biggest manufacturer, and MG Motor, British marquee, will soon join the party with the WagonR EV and eZS SUV soon. TO read more news, visit IndianAuto.com.