The Renault EZ-Ultimo, a concept for a premium autonomous on-demand vehicle, has been revealed at the Paris motor show.
The third instalment of a trio of concepts created under the EZ banner, the EZ-Ultimo is pitched as a self-driving vehicle that travellers would book for single journeys, rather than owning.
It is also targeted at luxury travel – “people looking to enhance a special moment through a private trip in a city, a premium tourist experience or businesses looking to offer premium journey services to its clients,” Renault says.
Renault head designer Laurens van den Acker says that as consumer trends change and people are enjoying ride-hailing services more and more, a new paradigm for mobility will emerge.”
“Embodying this revolution, EZ-Ultimo offers a unique luxurious experience aboard a robo-vehicle that can be adapted depending on the service provider,” van den Acker adds.
Renault is giving few details about the electric powertrain of the EZ-Ultimo, though it is said to have a range of 310 miles. The car offers level 4 autonomy, being able to completely drive itself in most road situations.
The other two EZ concepts are the EZ-Pro, a last mile delivery self-driving vehicle, and EZ-Go, a ride-hailing vehicle for up to six occupants that was first seen at the Geneva show in March.
