Renault ZOE (2013-2019) practicality & boot space
There's no driver’s-seat height adjustment in the Renault ZOE, but otherwise it's a well sorted small family car
| Length | Width | Height | Boot volume (seats up) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4,084mm | 1,730mm | 1,562mm | 338 litres |
For a supermini-sized car – electric or not – the ZOE is roomy and practical. It’ll be great for a small family that does mostly short journeys.
Renault ZOE interior space, storage & comfort
Renault has placed the ZOE’s battery under the rear seats where a conventional fuel tank would go, which has left a useful amount of space and a ‘normal’ layout. There’s enough room for a couple of adults to be perfectly happy for a short journey in the back of the ZOE, even if seating position is rather high.
Access through the back doors is good too, and there’s lots of light and a good view out for kids in the back seats. Those up front will be fine, too, but with no seat-height adjustment or adjustable lumbar support, some drivers may find it difficult to get comfortable.
Boot space
The ZOE’s boot is a very good size – 38 litres bigger than a Clio’s, in fact – so you’ll get plenty of stuff in there despite a big drop over the load lip. It is a shame that there’s no hidden storage for the charging cables, though, and the rear seat back doesn’t split – it folds in one large, clunky piece and leaves a big step up in the boot floor.