Verdict
The Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift costs RM19,112 more, but its 52.0 kWh battery and 395 km quoted range transform the brief against the outgoing car’s 22.0 kWh and 210 km. Its 108 hp motor also has a useful 21 hp edge, while 50 kW DC charging adds flexibility. The Mk1 fights back with 43 kW AC charging versus 22 kW. For a Malaysian buyer covering longer distances between charges, the facelift is the clear choice; the Mk1 makes sense only if its lower entry cost and faster AC capability suit the charging routine.
Pick the Renault Zoe Mk1 if 43 kW AC charging, automatic climate control and the lower purchase price matter more than range.
Pick the Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift if you want 395 km of quoted range, a 52.0 kWh battery and 50 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Zoe Mk1 RM145,888; Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift RM165,000.
- Battery capacity: Renault Zoe Mk1 22.0 kWh; Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift 52.0 kWh.
- EV range: Renault Zoe Mk1 210 km; Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift 395 km.
- Motor output: Renault Zoe Mk1 87 hp and 220 Nm; Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Charging: Renault Zoe Mk1 43 kW AC and no DC rating; Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift 22 kW AC and 50 kW DC.
- Driver assistance: Renault Zoe Mk1 has no lane-keeping assist; Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift gets steering correction.
Mk1
- 43 kW AC charging rate
- Automatic climate control
- Built-in navigation and folding wing mirrors
- 22.0 kWh battery and 210 km range trail the facelift’s 52.0 kWh and 395 km
- No DC charging rate listed
- 87 hp motor is down 21 hp on the facelift
Mk1 Facelift
- 52.0 kWh battery with 395 km quoted range
- 50 kW DC charging
- LED projector headlamps, steering correction and all-seat belt reminders
- 22 kW AC charging is half the Mk1’s 43 kW rate
- Manual air-conditioning replaces automatic climate control
- No navigation or folding wing mirrors listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM145,888✓ | RM165,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM40✓ | RM50 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Electric asynchronous (induction) | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 87 hp | 108 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 22.0 kWh | 52.0 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 210 km | 395 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 43.0 kW✓ | 22.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Single-speed reduction gear box | — |
| Gears | 1 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Renault | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 13.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,084 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,562 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,588 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | 1,468 kg | 1,502 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 338 litres | 338 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/55R16 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55R16 | 195/55R16 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Energy EV | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | France (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone automatic climate control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Renault R-Link with 3D Arkamys 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four windows, Driver's side auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 years / 100,000 km warranty for traction battery and electric drivetrain | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Mk1 vs Mk1 Facelift FAQ
Is the Renault Zoe Mk1 or Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift better?
The Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift is better for most buyers. Its 52.0 kWh battery, 395 km quoted range, 108 hp motor and 50 kW DC charging are meaningful gains over the Mk1’s 22.0 kWh, 210 km, 87 hp and no listed DC rate.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift costs RM19,112 more than the Renault Zoe Mk1. That extra money brings 30.0 kWh more battery capacity, 185 km more quoted range, 21 hp and DC charging.
Which Renault Zoe charges faster on AC?
The Renault Zoe Mk1 charges faster on AC at 43 kW, compared with 22 kW for the Renault Zoe Mk1 Facelift. The facelift counters with a 50 kW DC charging rate, while no DC rate is listed for the Mk1.