Mobilize Duo

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Mobilize Duo
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Overview
Manufacturer Mobilize (Renault)
Also calledMobilize Bento (cargo version) [1]
Production2024 (to commence) [2]
AssemblyMorocco: Tangier (Renault Med) [3]
Body and chassis
Class Microcar Quadricycle
Body style 2-door quadricycle
Layout Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive
Doors Dihedral synchro-helix
Powertrain
Electric motor ISKRA asynchronous motor
Dimensions
Length2,430 mm (95.7 in) [4]
Width1,300 mm (51.2 in) [5]
Height1,460 mm (57.5 in) [6]
Chronology
Predecessor Renault Twizy [7]

The Mobilize Duo is a two-seater electric quadricycle set to replace the Renault Twizy in 2023, [8] which was unveiled at the 2022 Paris Motor Show. [9] First previewed by the Mobilize EZ-1 concept in 2021, [10] it was eventually renamed to its current name and shown at the 2021 Viva Tech event. [11]

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Overview

The Duo will not be available for purchase, but be offered to individuals on a subscription basis. [11]

In 2024 it was announced that the Mobilize Bento and Duo models would be available in the United Kingdom. [12]

Mobilize Bento

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Bento at IAA Transportation 2024

A cargo version, named the Mobilize Bento, which will be available with a 1 m3 (1.3 cu yd) load area, was announced alongside the Duo. [11]

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