Renault has launched a commercial van version of its R4 electric crossover, targeting small businesses and delivery drivers with a practical cargo solution that maintains the model’s retro-inspired design.
The Renault 4 van is currently available only in France for €29,300 – roughly £25,000 before tax. It replaces the rear passenger seats with a plastic loading tray and lashing hooks for securing cargo.
Cargo specifications include 1,045 litres of storage space, a 345kg payload limit, and a 1.2-metre total load capacity.
There’s also a 55-litre under-floor storage compartment for smaller items.
The van targets tradespeople, last-mile delivery services, rental companies, and business fleets looking for an electric alternative to traditional small vans.
Configuration Options
Renault offers several market-dependent accessories for the R4 van. These include a mesh bulkhead that separates the front seats from the loading bay and a loading bay cover for weather protection.
A cargo protection function disables the rear windows and doors from opening – useful for security during deliveries or when the vehicle is parked.
The front-wheel drive van comes with two battery options. The entry-level 40kWh unit produces 117bhp and delivers a 191-mile WLTP range.
The larger 52kWh battery generates 148bhp and extends range to 254 miles on a single charge.
Both versions feature an onboard 11kW AC bi-directional charger as standard. The 40kWh van can handle DC fast charging up to 80kW, while the 52kWh version supports up to 100kW.
Charging from 15-80% takes 30 minutes regardless of battery size.
Vehicle-to-load capability comes standard on both variants – allowing the van to power external equipment or feed electricity back to the grid.
Production and Future Plans
Qstomize converts the R4 van at Renault’s Ampere ElectriCity plant in Mauberge, where the standard Renault 4 E-Tech crossover is manufactured.
UK availability hasn’t been confirmed yet. Renault says it’s still evaluating whether to bring the van to British markets.
The R4 van serves as a stopgap solution while Renault develops its next-generation commercial vehicle lineup.
In 2026, the company will unveil three new electric vans: the Trafic E-Tech, Goalette E-Tech, and Estafette E-Tech. Despite carrying names from Renault’s past, each represents a complete redesign as a software-defined vehicle.
These future vans will ride on a dedicated 800V platform developed by Flexis – a joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group, and CMA CGM Group.
The higher voltage architecture should enable faster charging speeds and improved efficiency compared to current 400V systems used in most electric vehicles today.
