Mobilize Duo | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Mobilize (Renault) |
Also called | Mobilize Bento (cargo version) [1] |
Production | 2024 (to commence) [2] |
Assembly | Morocco: 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 | |
Length | 2,430 mm (95.7 in) [4] |
Width | 1,300 mm (51.2 in) [5] |
Height | 1,460 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]
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]
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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