Renault unveils next-generation of electric vans set to arrive in 2026

Renault has revealed three all-new electric vans, the Trafic E-Tech, the Goelette E-Tech, and the Estafette E-Tech.

The vans are the result of the Flexis joint project, which was founded by the Renault Group, the Volvo Group, and the CMA CGM Group. Each vehicle is designed with urban delivery and cargo tasks in mind.

The Trafic has been around since 1980. This latest, fourth-generation vehicle is the largest of the three EV vans. The Trafic features an extended wheelbase and wheels positioned at the chassis’ corners to maximise interior/loading space. It has the same 10.42 metre turning circle as the latest Renault Clio, while its sub-1.90 metre height means it can easily be parked in tight spaces.

The Goelette is another name from the French manufacturer’s back catalogue. The original was produced from 1956 to 1966. Like its predecessor, the Goelette is aimed at fleet buyers or small business owners, and its rear section was designed without any specific equipment – as such, it can be configured as a chassis cab, a box, or a tipper.

Like the Trafic and the Goelette, the Estafette is another historic Renault nameplate, and was used from 1959 to 1980. This latest Estafette is a compact van measuring just 5.27 metres long, 1.92 metres wide, and 2.6 metres high. As well as a three-piece panoramic windscreen, the Estafette has a sliding door with an integrated track for use in restricted spots.

Despite their nods to Renault’s past, the Trafic, and Goelette, and the Estafette are thoroughly modern EVs. Each one is built on Flexis’ modular 800V ‘skateboard’ platform. The platform’s fast-charging batteries allow for an 80% top up in around 20 minutes, and will return a range of around 280 miles.

The low-height ‘skateboard’ also comes with Flexis’ Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) electronic architecture, which sends real-time data to fleet management operators to maximise operational efficiency, as well as receiving over-the-air updates. A Customer Operational Centre will give operators access to real-time fleet monitoring, diagnostics, personalised performance reports and more.

Given the tie-up between Renault and Volvo for the Flexis brand, users will be able to access existing Renault and Volvo dealers for servicing needs.

Renault says that these next-gen vans will go on sale in 2026, and will be built at its Sandouville plant in northern France. Further vehicle details will be announced in the coming months.