From today, the commercial vehicle world might never be quite the same again, after Renault unveiled Twizy Cargo.

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TUESDAY 25TH JUNE 2013

RENAULT ANNOUNCES ARGUABLY THE WORLD’S COOLEST

 COMMERCIAL VEHICLE - TWIZY CARGO

• Renault announces all-new Twizy Cargo – single seat electric compact vehicle for business use. Priced £6,241.67 excluding VAT (£7,795 VAT included – as a car-derived van, it can simply be reclaimed)
• ‘Cargo’ model swaps rear seat for 180-litre, 75kg load area with lockable door, for multiple business uses
• Low running costs, including reclaimable VAT on battery hire (from £36 per month excluding VAT) could save businesses hundreds of pounds per year
• At same time, Renault launches ‘Design Your Own Twizy’ programme for simple, cost-effective personal and commercial customisation
• UK order book opens in July

It’s a white van, but not as we know it. From today, the commercial vehicle world might never be quite the same again, after Renault unveiled Twizy Cargo.

Taking the jaw-dropping shape and style of the standard Twizy, it swaps the rear tandem seat behind the driver for a load area with a lockable door. What’s more, as a car-derived van, with fully recoverable VAT, it’s even £650 cheaper than the standard model, at £6,241. Plus, the VAT can also be reclaimed on its battery hire, from £36 per month excluding VAT, making it even more financially attractive.

Having already proven Twizy’s appeal to companies looking for a head-turning vehicle to promote their business, the new single seat Cargo version offers a 180-litre boot seamlessly integrated into the body and capable of accepting loads up to 75 kilos . It’s the perfect solution for companies offering callout or support services, like IT support, with the boot easily taking a set of tools securely and safely. Or, even a stack of large takeaway pizzas. The load area can also be accessed directly via the lockable door at the rear of the Twizy.

Ideal as a runaround in all conditions, whether they’re urban, suburban, rural or even large depot site use, Twizy Cargo has a real-world range of around 50 miles. It can be topped up simply by using a standard three-pin plug, by way of the in-built charging cable. A full charge takes just three and a half hours and costs only around a pound. Like its larger brother, Kangoo Van Z.E., Twizy Cargo provides businesses with the opportunity to showcase their green credentials with a zero-emission vehicle (in road use), as well as helping to improve air quality, particularly in cities.

Businesses will be laughing all the way to the bank with the savings they could make compared to a traditional van too. How? Because Twizy Cargo has very low servicing and charging costs, exemption from city centre charges such as the London Congestion Charge and even the VAT can be clawed back on battery hire. Add it all up, and they could be better off to the tune of hundreds of pounds per year.

With 17 horsepower at its disposal, the chances of Twizy Cargo harassing other motorists in the outside lane are pretty limited. But, it’s got more than enough oomph to surprise tabloid-toting white van man in more urban conditions. Talking of colours, Twizy Cargo’s unmistakable lines can be had in three striking hues, including the aforementioned white. 

It’s also a doddle to get in and out of, especially as the driver can get in from either side and get on the move, shaving even more time off multi-drop stops. It can also be parked simply and in the tightest of spots.  

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

In addition to Twizy Cargo’s practical benefits, it also offers a great opportunity for companies to get noticed. So, what an opportune time to launch a customisation programme for the entire range.

Design Your Own Twizy

Timed to coincide with the launch of its Cargo derivative, Renault UK’s ‘Design Your Own Twizy’ scheme is available to both private and business customers alike. Twizy owners are not by nature shrinking violets, so the ability to completely customise their vehicle to their own personal or professional tastes is sure to go down well.

The patterns are applied at the Renault dealership by a crack team of highly trained vinyl fitters, and the finish has a four year warranty – just like the rest of the vehicle. 

With a choice of over 40 colours and 30 pre-designed wraps with such varied themes as national flags through to animal prints, there is sure to be something to appeal to everyone.  On top of the amazing array of colours and patterns, the Design Your Own Twizy programme also gives customers a choice of finishes, including super-trendy matt.

Those wishing to make their Twizy stand out even further can opt for a completely bespoke service. There’s an online configurator tool at www.renault.co.uk/dyot which allows customers to try out different designs and see what they will look like on their Twizy – so with pricing starting from only £250, it’s never been easier to stand out from the crowd.

ENDS

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