Ford and Renault Join Forces for Affordable European EVs
Ford and Renault start partnership to build affordable electric cars for Europe. First models expected in 2028. What does this mean for Dutch buyers?
10,000 km/year
€732
15,000 km/year
€732
20,000 km/year
€732
30,000 km/year
€732
Based on 4 years ownership, €0.30/kWh electricity, including depreciation, insurance and taxes.

Battery
60 kWh
WLTP Range
450 km
Drivetrain
FWD
60kWh • FWD • 2026
Starting Price
€42.500
Incl. BTW, excl. BPM (€0)
Est. Monthly TCO
€732
Based on 4 years, 15,000 km/year
WLTP Range
450 km
Real-World Range
355 km
Battery Capacity
60 kWh
Efficiency
13 Wh/km
AC Charging
22 kW
DC Fast Charging
130 kW
10-80% charge time: ~30 minutes (estimated)
Business drivers pay only 18% bijtelling up to €30,000 catalog price
Based on 4 years of ownership and 15,000 km per year, the estimated monthly TCO is €732. This includes depreciation, insurance, maintenance, and energy costs. Use our calculator for a personalized calculation.
The real-world range is approximately 355 km in mixed conditions. In winter, expect 20-30% less range due to battery heating and cabin heating.
For 2026, electric vehicles have a reduced bijtelling rate of 18% up to €30,000 catalog price (22% above). This saves approximately €1,000-2,000 per year compared to conventional cars with 22% bijtelling.
Ford and Renault start partnership to build affordable electric cars for Europe. First models expected in 2028. What does this mean for Dutch buyers?
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