NEWS FROM RENAULT MANCHESTER
For immediate release: 2nd March, 2012
After becoming the first Renault dealership to launch electric vehicles, Renault Manchester is following up with a one-off event dedicated to the new and forthcoming additions in its range.
The dealership, in Trinity Way, is holding the ‘Plugged In’ day for people to learn more about Renault electric vehicles by watching a presentation, and taking a test drive, on Thursday March 15.
There will be several specialists on hand to answer questions about the cars in the showroom, which will include three of the 100 % electric Kangoo Van Z.E. models and three demonstration 100% electric Fluence Z.E. cars – a first for the dealership.
The Kangoo Van Z.E. is the world’s first electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by a mass market manufacturer and has already won the International Van of the Year 2012 title and What Van? Magazine’s top prize.
However, this will be the first time most customers get a chance to view and also drive the stylish Fluence Z.E. the second of Renault’s four-strong Z.E. electric vehicles to reach the market.
The Fluence Z.E. is the first affordable, all-electric saloon with a high level of equipment, which includes 16 inch alloy wheels, auto lights and wipers, climate control, an ecoMeter and charging sockets on both front wings.
Renault’s partner, British Gas, will also have representatives on hand during the course of the day to explain more about the electric vehicle charging points they have provided and installed at the dealership, and how these points work to power the cars and vans.
Customers interested in attending the midday presentation or booking a test drive in either the morning or afternoon, should email General Manager, Jim Schofield, at jim.schofield@renault.co.uk to receive further details and times.
Jim said: “This is a real opportunity for people to take a proper look at the range of electric vehicles on offer including the soon-to-launch Fluence Z.E.
“We want people to ask questions in their own time during the day and we will also be providing refreshments.
“Things customers might want to know more about include the monthly battery hire plans to reduce concern over replacement costs and operation guarantees.
“We will have experts there on the day for people to discuss these types of issues with and to find out more about the benefits of electric cars.
“This will be the first time many people have test driven a vehicle from the range too, so we are very pleased to be offering that option.”
The Kangoo Van Z.E. starts at just £16,990 excluding VAT, with monthly battery hire from £60 (6,000 miles annual mileage over 3 years), and following the recent government announcement that the electric vehicle grant is now extended to include vans customers can now buy the standard version for as little as £13,592 excluding VAT and delivery.
Leasing rates are available from £424.59 per month with battery life guarantee, roadside assistance and 100,000 mile warranty.
The Fluence Z.E. is £17,850 on the road, after a £5,000 government grant, with battery lease from £75 per month (based on 6,000 miles per year/3 years) and is now available to reserve online at www.renault-ze.com for £20 (non-refundable)
For further information on Renault electric vehicles visit www.renault-ze.com or to find out more about the electric vehicle range at Renault Manchester visit the dealership in Trinity Way, Salford, M3 7FT or call 0161 252 000.
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