Under the changes, every model now receives DAB radio with Bluetooth, USB and AUX ports as standard. In addition, all Kangoo Van and Kangoo Van Z.E. panel vans will now have a full steel bulkhead while in Crew Van Cab models, the bulkhead offers multi-positional functionality to vary passenger and cargo space.
New features specific to the Kangoo Maxi Crew Van and Maxi Crew Van Cab include left and right side sliding doors, interior side panel and an extra row of three folding passenger seats split one-third/two-thirds.
In addition the Kangoo Van Z.E. – which is also available in panel and crew van models – also comes with a wall-mounted (Type 2, Mode 3) charging cable, a recharging socket (up to 16amp), Z.E. onboard computer, Z.E. Voice cabin pre-heating/pre-cooling and low rolling resistance tyres.
The electric versions also now receive the Renault Z.E. Voice technology as standard, which alerts pedestrians or cyclists to the vehicle’s approach when travelling below 18mph.
The new range also sees the introduction of the Business and Business+ trim levels (not available on Z.E. models) already seen on the Trafic and Master. Standard equipment includes ECO mode, load area lighting, roof bar fixings, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Hill Start Assist and Grip Xtend, electric front windows, Titanium upholstery, electric variable power steering, a front 12-volt power socket, grey side protection moulds, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), a driver’s airbag a height-adjustable driver’s seat, deadlocks, the Renault anti-intruder device (R.A.I.D.) and remote central locking.
Business+ models build on this with electrically operated folding door mirrors, one-touch descending electric front windows, a centre console with armrest, an overhead parcel shelf, rubber flooring in the load area, manual air conditioning, body-coloured front bumper and rear parking sensors.
Diesel models are available in dCi 75, dCi 90 and dCi 110 ENERGY units. Both diesel and Z.E. panel vans are available with a choice of two different wheelbases, load bay lengths and cargo capacities. The standard version has a 2,697mm wheelbase, a load bay which can be stretched from 1,731 to 2,502mm and a 3m3 cargo area, while for Maxi models the corresponding figures are 3,081mm, 2,115 to 2,886mm and 4.0 to 4.6m3. All crew vans come in Maxi format, with the option of Maxi Cab specification adding the multi-positional bulkhead as standard.
Prices for dCi models continue to start from £13,200 plus VAT while Z.E. versions remain priced from £16,161 (purchase) or £12,994 (battery hire) plus VAT including the Government’s Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG). Battery-hire schemes are available from £33 per month excluding VAT for between 6,000 and 12,000 miles a year.
