The new city-sized SUV, which should reach dealerships next year, shares more than two-thirds of its parts with the low-slung R5, including the AmpR small platform to cut costs.
Prices are expected to be under €30,000, compared to the Renault 5, which starts from around €25,000. The entry-level Renault 4 E-Tech is powered by a 90kW/225Nm electric motor and 40kWh battery for a 300km range. Top-of-the-line versions upgrade to a 110kW/245Nm front electric motor and 52kWh battery for 400km of WLTP range, 150km/h top speed, and zero to 100km/h acceleration in 8.5 seconds.
partner Stellantis have officially unveiled the latest model in Paris before it goes on sale globally at an enticing starting price between $14,000 and $21,000.
This past March, the JV was approved as Leapmotor International, giving Stellantis exclusive rights to build and sell its new partner’s EVs outside China. By June, Stellantis had already begun production of the Leapmotor T03 in Europe before officially launching alongside the C10 last month.
These cheap EVs have limited range but are likely adequate for Europe market. 30% tariffs are not going to stop Chinese EV imports.