Renault claims Chevy Bolt-beating range for new Zoe EV

When switching on a pure electric car, the first thing any sensible driver will do is check the remaining estimated battery range. The figure displayed is often likely to create varying degrees of anxiety and/or trigger some mental arithmetic. But Renault's message is all about confidence as it launches the latest hatchback 4-seat, 5-door Zoe R90 supermini EV.

Featuring a new LG Chem lithium-ion battery that delivers significantly greater energy density than used previously, the new R90 electric is expected to deliver just over 400 km (249 mi) on the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle), with an ‘honest figure’ of 300 km (186 mi) and a “worst case winter” range (with lights, heater and wipers on full blast) of 200 km (124 mi).