HOW TO CHARGE A RENAULT E-TECH 100% ELECTRIC VEHICLE

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CHARGING AT HOME OR AT WORK
Your electric vehicle charges on the mains using the various cables available. If you have a 7.4 kW AC single-phase or 11 kW AC three-phase domestic socket, you will have access to improved charging. If you have a reinforced socket, charging will be possible but slower.

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CHARGING ON THE ROAD
Whatever the nature of your journeys, your electric vehicle is compatible with many public charging points. More than 630,000 charging points available throughout Europe*.
*ACEA data at end of 2023
at home during your journeys

home charging

YOUR CHARGING OPTIONS
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do you live in a house?
We can assist you with the installation of your home charging solution. Order your charging solution in the dealership when you buy your new Renault E‑Tech electric.
EQUIPMENT
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charging at a 7 kW or 11 kW AC charging point
Ideal for use during a medium-length stop,  recover 100 km in approximately 2.5 hours at a 7.4 kW charging point.
It is specifically designed for this use for faster charging.
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charging with a reinforced or standard socket
  • recover up to 100 km of WLTP driving range in 7 hours on a standard socket;
  • recover up to 220 km of WLTP driving range in 10 hours on a reinforced socket;
  • If you do not have dedicated equipment available, the reinforced socket is designed to safely deliver power up to 3.7 kW (16 A);
  • the final option is a standard socket, which should only be used occasionally as it is the slowest option with power of 2.3 kW (10 A), so you can charge faster in complete safety.
WHICH CABLES
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public or home charging point cable
You can only charge your electric vehicle with this specific charging cable at a dedicated 7 kW to 22 kW charging point. 
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domestic socket charging cable
This cable is for occasional use to charge your vehicle on a conventional domestic socket if no other faster charging mode is available, or on a 16 A reinforced socket in your home for moderate charging needs.It ensures charging safety and control through its built-in communication unit.
WHAT COSTS
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Charging an electric vehicle is more cost-effective than filling up a combustion-powered car.
For example, with Renault Megane E-Tech electric, the average cost per 100 km is estimated at around €4 when charged at home.
At home, take advantage of off-peak rates to reduce your charging costs. Download the Mobilize smart charge app to benefit from smart charging at home.

charging on the road

CHARGING OPTIONS AWAY FROM HOME
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charge your electric vehicle on the road
Public charging points are available so that you can charge your electric vehicle.
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fast charging on the motorway
Many charging points are available across Europe.
WHICH CABLES
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public charging point cable up to 22 kW
The charging cable supplied as standard with your vehicle is universal: it allows you to charge your vehicle on public and private charging points up to 22 kW.
Public charging points are everywhere and continue to expand: shopping centres, town centres, offices, car parks, and more.
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DC ultra-fast charging point and cable up to 50 kW
The cables are built into the charging point. All you have to do is confirm to launch charging and plug in your vehicle to recover the driving range very quickly. In this specific case, the connection end fitting is different from other cables. They are all compatible with and supported by your electric car. With Megane E-Tech electric, recover 300 km WLTP in 30 mins or 200 km of real-world range on the motorway *.     
* Outside temperatures affect the maximum power accepted by the battery and therefore the charging time.
WHAT COSTS
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When on the road, it is recommended to charge your electric car at a public charging point. Charging costs vary depending on the operator and you may be billed in different ways: per kWh consumed, time spent or both at the same time.

good charging practices for a long lasting battery

Charging tips
Charging is an important part of your 100% electric daily life.Here are some tips to make it more practical, cost-effective and greener.
COST-EFFECTIVE TIP
Schedule your charging at a specific time to take advantage of off-peak rates.
SPEED TIP
Opt for daily charging between 15% and 80% maximum to optimise it.
Only charge to 100% before a long journey.
PLANNING TIP
If you plan to stop for a medium length of time, choose a fast charging point. This will save you money.
E-TECH TIP WITH GOOGLE
Optimise your electric vehicle journeys using the Google Maps built-in trip planner*.
If you enter a destination and your battery charge level is insufficient, your car will automatically suggest available charging points along your route and suggest the best combination (target charge percentage for each stop) so you can reach your destination as quickly as possible.
When approaching the charging station planned in your openR link Google Maps, your vehicle preheats your battery in order to charge it as quickly as possible. You save time and money.
* depending on models and versions. 

our vehicle charging times

RENAULT 5 E-TECH ELECTRIC
installation type power at charging point vehicle charger power required cable battery charge (recommended)   comfort-range battery (52 kWh)      comfort-range battery (40 kWh)     
fast public charging point (DC) 100 kW 100 kW DC¹ tethered cable 15-80% 30 mins      30 mins     
public or home charging point 22 kW 11 kW AC Type 2 charging cable included with purchase (3-phase) 15-80% 3h13      2h37     
7,4kW 15-80% 5h11 3h55
reinforced home socket 3,7kW 11kW Optional flexicharger cable (single-phase) 15-80% 9h48 6h58
¹with the comfort-range battery, maximum peak power is 130 kW. ¹ with the comfort long-range battery, maximum peak power is 150 kW. Remember that charging DC is not linear and varies by charge status and battery temperature.
SCENIC E-TECH ELECTRIC

(1) home charging solution options. Please contact your Renault advisor to find out more.
(2) for occasional use only. 

maximum power and charging time based on moderate weather conditions (20 °C).

MEGANE E-TECH ELECTRIC
type of installation charge power recommended cable charging time
40 kWh battery 60 kWh battery
50 km 150 km 300 km 50 km 250 km 450 km 470 km
home charging point(1) 7.4 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 1 hr 10 mins 3 hrs 15 mins 6 hrs 30 mins 1 hr 5 hrs 9 hrs 15 mins 9 hrs 15 mins
Green'Up domestic socket 3.7 kW mode 2 standard or flexi-charger cable in accessories 2 hrs 15 mins 6 hrs 15 mins 12 hrs 15 mins 2 hrs 10 hrs 18 hrs 18 hrs
standard domestic socket(2) 2.3 kW mode 2 flexi-charger cable in accessories 3 hrs 40 mins 10 hrs 35 mins 21 hrs 3 hrs 20 mins 17 hrs 30 hrs 30 mins 30 hrs 30 mins
fast public charging point 130 kW cable attached to station N/A N/A N/A 7 mins 25 mins 1 hr 15 mins 1 hr 15 mins
public charging point 22 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 30 mins 1 hr 10 mins 2 hrs 20 mins 20 mins 1 hr 30 mins 3 hrs 15 mins 3 hrs 15 mins

(1) home charging solution options. Please contact your Renault advisor to find out more.
(2) for occasional use only. 

maximum power and charging time based on moderate weather conditions (20 °C).

ZOE E-TECH ELECTRIC
type of installation charge power recommended cable charge time(2)
52 kWh battery
50 km 250 km 395 km
home charging point(1) 7.4 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 1 hr 15 mins 5 hrs 30 mins 9 hrs 30 mins
reinforced domestic socket(2) 3.7 kW standard mode 2 cable optional 2 hrs 45 mins  12 hrs 19 hrs
standard domestic socket(2) 2.3 kW standard mode 2 cable optional 5 hrs  23 hrs 32 hrs
fast public charging point 50 kW cable attached to station 15 mins 55 mins  1 hr 30 mins 
public charging point 22 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 30 mins 1 hr 50 mins 3 hrs

(1) home charging solution options. Please contact your Renault advisor to find out more.
(2) for occasional use only. 

maximum power and charging time based on moderate weather conditions (20 °C).

KANGOO E-TECH ELECTRIC
type of installation charge power recommended cable charging time
45 kWh battery
50 km 170 km 285 km
home charging point (1) 7.4 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 1 hr 10 mins 4 hrs 6 mins 7 hrs
reinforced domestic socket (1) 3.7 kW optional mode 2 standard or “flexi-charger” cable(3) 2 hrs 25 mins 8 hrs 12 mins 14 hrs
standard domestic socket(2) 2.3 kW optional mode 2 “flexi-charger” cable(3) 3 hrs 50 mins 13 hrs 12 mins 22 hrs 30 mins
fast public charging point 80 kW cable attached to station 6 mins 27 mins 1 hr 25 mins
public charging point 22 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 24 mins 1 hr 24 mins 2 hrs 25 mins

(1) home charging solution options. Please contact your Renault advisor to find out more.
(2) for occasional use only. (3) varies depending on version.

maximum power and charging time based on moderate weather conditions (20 °C).

KANGOO VAN E-TECH ELECTRIC
type of installation charge power recommended cable charging time
45 kWh battery
50 km 170 km 300 km
home charging point(1) 7.4 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 1 hr 10 mins 3 hrs 35 mins 7 hrs
reinforced domestic socket(1) 3.7 kW mode 2 standard or “flexi-charger” cable in accessories 2 hrs 25 mins 7 hrs 10 mins 14 hrs
standard domestic socket(2) 2.3 kW mode 2 “flexi-charger” cable in accessories 3 hrs 50 mins 11 hrs 35 mins 22 hrs 30 mins 
fast public charging point 80 kW cable attached to station 6 mins 25 mins 1 hr 25 mins
public charging point 22 kW mode 3 cable included with purchase 24 mins 1 hr 10 mins 2 hrs 25 mins

(1) home charging solution options. Please contact your Renault advisor to find out more.
(2) for occasional use only. 

maximum power and charging time based on moderate weather conditions (20 °C).

your questions about charging

HOW DO YOU CHARGE AN ELECTRIC CAR?
There are 2 kinds of electric current: AC and DC.
Conventional charging points (home and public) offer alternating current (AC).
Fast charging points that can be found on motorways offer direct current (DC).An electric vehicle’s battery works with DC current, so the vehicle’s charger converts AC to DC when your car is plugged into a conventional charging point.
HOW DO YOU CHARGE AN ELECTRIC CAR AT HOME?
Like most electrical appliances that you have at home, an electric car charges on the mains via a cable.
This cable, which is supplied with the car, can therefore be plugged into a home charging point or a public charging point. You can charge on an electric socket using a cable available as an option. Technical info:
  • the home charging point must be 7.4 kW AC single-phase or 11 kW AC three-phase;
  • the suitable cables are called type 2 cables or flexi-charger cables (in the case of a reinforced domestic socket).
 Practical tips
  • we advise you to charge your vehicle up to 80% every day to optimise the charging time and improve the battery’s life. Only plan charging to 100% before a long journey to ensure maximum driving range on the road.
WHEN SHOULD YOU CHARGE AN ELECTRIC CAR?
How often you charge your electric car depends on a number of factors. 

Factor no. 1: the model of car.
Each model is different and so the driving range may vary. Renault electric vehicles have been designed to offer a driving range suitable for everyone and can reach up to 470 km according to WLTP standard. 

Factor no. 2:  use.
Road type, driving style, traffic and weather conditions (temperatures) all affect energy consumption. 

These factors make it impossible to suggest a “general” charging frequency.
However, here are a few practical tips:
  • read the indications given on the instrument panel;
  • for daily use, we recommend that you avoid dropping below the 15% threshold and do not charge above 80% battery: only charge to 100% before a long journey;
  • whenever possible, try to charge at home during off-peak hours to make the most of cheaper electricity (peak hours available by contacting your electricity supplier).
    WHAT IMPACT DOES COLD WEATHER HAVE ON CHARGING?
    The maximum permissible charging power for each electric vehicle changes depending on the battery charge status (%) and its temperature (°C).
    If the temperature of the Lithium-ion battery is too low, the battery management system will occasionally limit charging performance to ensure component safety. This protection will extend for the time needed to charge; mainly on DC ultra-fast charging points in winter.To resolve this phenomenon, Renault provides (depending on models and versions) a battery preheating system to optimise the charging power and therefore the charging time.
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