COMMENTS
Adult occupant
The passenger compartment remained stable in the frontal impact. Dummy readings indicated good protection of all
body regions for the passenger, and for all of the driver's body regions apart from the chest, protection of which was
adequate. For the knees and femurs, Renault showed that a similar level of protection would be provided to
occupants of different sizes and to those sat in different positions. In the side barrier test, the ZOE scored maximum
points, with good protection of all body regions. However, in the more severe side pole impact, dummy readings of
rib compression indicated weak protection of the chest. The front seats and head restraints provided marginal
protection against whiplash injuries in the event of a rear-end collision.
Child occupant
For 2013, Euro NCAP is using improved child dummies and applying a broader assessment of CRS to vehicle
compatibility. Based on dummy data from the dynamic tests, the ZOE scored maximum points for its protection of the
1½ year infant. In the frontal impact, forward movement of the 3 year dummy, sat in a forward-facing restraint, was
not excessive. In the side impact, both dummies were properly contained within the protective shells of their
restraints, minimising the likelihood of dangerous head contact with parts of the car interior. All of the child restraints
for which the car is designed could be installed without problem apart from the group 2/3 restraint, which could not be
properly installed in the rear centre seat. The passenger airbag can be disabled to allow a rearward-facing restraint
to be used in the front passenger seat. Clear information is provided to the driver regarding the status of the airbag
and the system was rewarded.
Pedestrian
The bumper provided good protection to pedestrians' legs in all areas tested and scored maximum points. The front
edge of the bonnet offered marginal protection to the pelvis area. The bonnet offered predominantly fair protection for
the head of a struck pedestrian, with some good protection in the areas where a child's head and an adult's head
might strike.
Safety assist
Electronic stability control is standard equipment on the ZOE, and passed Euro NCAP's test requirements. A seatbelt
reminder is standard for the front and rear seats. A speed assistance system is also standard equipment. This uses
digital mapping to indicate the relevant speed limit. The driver can then use a manually-set speed limitation device as
appropriate to control the vehicle's speed.
Renault ZOE - Euro NCAP
www.euroncap.com/files/511_datasheet.pdf
Euro NCAP
Renault ZOE. Renault ZOE, LHD. 89%. 80%. 66%. 85%. FRONTAL IMPACT. 15,6 pts ... Standard cloth, 2 way manual. Head restraint type. Passive. WHIPLASH.
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