Renault to launch new generation of Flexis electric vans

Renault is developing a new range of electric vans in collaboration with last mile delivery specialist Flexis.

Flexis is a joint venture between Renault Group, CMA (the French logistics specialist) and Volvo Group.

The new Trafic, Goelette and Estafette will be built on a new electric skateboard platform, designed to optimise load capacity in relation to footprint, with a minimal front overhang and rear-mounted powertrain.

In line with its sustainability objectives, Renault has increased the percentage of recycled materials used for the exterior and interior of all three vehicles to 22.5%, while it said 80% of these materials can be recycled at the end of their life. These figures exclude the battery.

Renault Group aims to achieve 33% recycled content in its vehicles by 2030.

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Two battery options

The Trafic, Goelette and Estafette E-Tech offer a choice of two battery solutions: standard range and long range.

The long range version is expected to be able to deliver up to 280 miles of range, while the standard can offer up to 217 miles.

Both versions come with 800V fast-charging technology that can take vans from 15% to 80% in under 20 minutes.

The Trafic, Goelette and Estafette will all be built in France, at the Renault Group plant in Sandouville.

They will be built alongside the Trafic ICE, which will continue to be available.

Sandouville will also build custom bodies for Qstomize, the Renault subsidiary specialising in LCV customisation and conversion, in a building close to the main factory.

Renault said exact details on UK specifications will be revealed in the coming months.