The Renault Fluence Z.E. is an upcoming electric vehicle estimated to make its debut by early 2011. Although no price has been released yet it's estimated to be between $40,000 and $60,000 dollars. The estimated range for the Fluence Z.E. will be 100 miles (160 km) according to Renault with a top speed of 84 mph (138 km/h). Charging times will vary, if using a 120V household outlet it will recharge the battery pack from empty in 10 to 14 hours and 5 to 8 hours if using a 220V outlet and at a fast charging station The Renault Fluence Z.E. will be able to be charged completely in approximately 20 minutes. The Fluence Z.E. would also feature a swappable battery option available on the Better Place charging station network.
According to Renault the new Fluence Z.E. will be powered by a synchronous electric motor with rotor coil. The pack power will be 70kW at 11,000rpm while the maximum torque will be 226Nm. The weight of the motor will be 352lbs (160kg). All these together will make the Fluence Z.E. go pretty fast from 0-60. Although not yet confirmed by Renault the Z.E. will do from 0-60 in less than five seconds.
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