Renault has upped the ante in the electric vehicle stakes with an attractive new offer on its Fluence and Kangoo Z.E. range. Both vehicles are now available with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty and two years' free battery rental - a potential saving of €2,300 based on the Fluence's €82 per month standard charge.
The ESB is still offering free installation of home charging points (a further €1,000 saving). With a starting price of €21,610 (after government incentive of €5,000) it is comparably priced to the diesel powered Fluence.
For those still worried about range anxiety or lack of infrastructure Renault has launched an Extended Test Drive programme - available on both the passenger and commercial EVs. Available from your local Renault dealership the extended test drive provides the opportunity to run the EV for a full month before deciding whether electric is for you. If it suits your lifestyle drive off with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty and two years' battery rental and if not simply hand the car back to the dealer.