Renault Zoe e-car

[PaulYDP]

I know what you mean @Burt2000 and I would be tempted to get the new one with extended range if the deal was pretty much identical. I wouldn't consider keeping this one though due to the limited range, especially in the winter.

 

[saxo_man]

I've noticed a drop in range too since the temp has fallen. Probably due in part to heated seats on 24/7 and fan for window.

 

[Burt2000]

yep more lights, heaters, demisters etc all used this time of year where you wouldn't in "summer"

 

[Graham]

surely a ford styled heated element in front screen would be wiser?

 

[saxo_man]

surely a ford styled heated element in front screen would be wiser?

Totally! I thought it would have had one, but sadly not.

 

[Burt2000]

@Graham I thought that too seeing as they are supposed to be the latest technology.
The Zoe doesnt mist up that much but the heating in it is crap when its really cold. Around last week or so when it was -3/4 it didn't seem to ever get up to a decent temp. It pretty much blows cold air if you have it in Eco mode.

They def don't heat up like a fossil fuel car, whether that's to do with not having an engine or just poor heating elements used I don't know.

 

[PaulYDP]

You're lucky @Burt2000, I don't think I've ever had a car that mists up as much!! I've got one of those de-mister packs in it to try and help. Have to say though that I don't have a problem with it heating up, doesn't take that long. Saying that I never use the Eco mode! Well unless I'm really getting it tight for getting to a charging station....

 

[Burt2000]

Good old French electrics