A new-generation electric platform
Renault 5 E-Tech electric is the first car to be built on AmpR Small, the new all-electric platform developed to showcase its iconic design, with no trade-off in performance. Developed both to optimise electric vehicles and to bring them into the mainstream, it cuts costs by sharing a number of parts with the CMF-B platform that have no impact on electric performance such as the front suspension. At the same time, it takes a no-compromise approach to the development of all the aspects specific to the electric drive system, particularly motor and battery integration. All the electrical components developed for this vehicle will be shared with future B-segment electric models designed by Ampere for the Renault brand and its partners.
A range of motor, battery and charging options
Designed for the city and beyond, Renault 5 E-Tech electric offers a choice of motors and batteries, reflecting the intended use of the car. With a power output of up to 110 kW / 150hp, a range of up to 248miles WLTP and DC charging up to 100 kW, it has all the qualities of a larger car, whilst maintaining its lightness and agility. A rarity in the electric city car segment, it can even tow a trailer, with a towing capacity of 500kg.
Two battery options
Renault 5 E-Tech electric will be available with two lithium-ion batteries. The biggest, which will be the only one available at market launch, has a capacity of 52 kWh and a range of up to 248 miles WLTP. The second has a capacity of 40 kWh for a range of up to 186 miles WLTP.
Two motor power ratings
Based directly on the motor of Megane E-Tech electric and Scenic E-Tech electric, Renault 5 E-Tech electric also benefits from the experience acquired with other electric motors, such as on Zoe, in terms of durability.
The motor is available with two power ratings: 110 kW (150hp / 245Nm) or 90 kW (120hp / 225Nm). The 110-kW motor is paired with the 52-kWh battery, while the 90 kW motor is paired with the 40 kWh battery. The first motor will be available at launch, with the other following later.
For the 110-kW version, Renault 5 E-Tech electric accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in under 8 seconds and from 50 to 75 mph in under 7 seconds.
A full range of services to take advantage of the charms of V2G and V2L
With the V2G (vehicle-to-grid) technology available on new Renault 5 E-Tech electric with the 11 kW AC bidirectional charger, users can save on the cost of home front wh, while benefiting from low-carbon electricity that can be fed back into the power grid in order to meet demand. Naturally, Renault 5 E-Tech electric can also be charged from a conventional charging point, at home or on the street.
With the V2L (vehicle-to-load) technology built into Renault 5 E-Tech electric's bidirectional charger, users can connect a 220V appliance, such as a hoover, kettle or electric barbecue to the car's battery, via an optional adapter. The power output of this function is 3,700 watts.
Further details will be revealed prior to the technology being rolled out in the UK.
DC charging up to 100 kW
For DC fast charging, the 110kW powertrain has a 100 kW DC socket to charge the 52 kWh battery. The 90 kW powertrain is equipped with an 80 kW DC socket to charge the 40 kWh battery. In both cases, it will take just 30 minutes to charge the battery from 15% to 80%.
More compact than it looks
A vehicle of attractive proportions, Renault 5 E-Tech electric is nevertheless the same size as a small, nimble city car. At 3.92m long, it is just 9cm shorter than Clio. The optimised wheelbase (2.54m) – a promise of generous interior space – with very short overhangs is just 4cm shorter than on Clio. The width of 1.77m adds to the car's on-road presence without compromising its agility on city roads. Ideally sized with its underfloor battery, it stands 1.50m tall, just 6cm higher than Clio.
18-inch wheels as standard
The standard 18-inch wheels are a key feature in the ideal proportions of Renault 5 E-Tech electric. The 195/55 R18 tyres come with alloy wheels across the range. The 'Techno' wheel features the same design as the 2021 show car and is the only one to swap its central diamond for a red '5'. The 'Chrono' wheel on the top-of-the-range Iconic Five trim level resembles a watch face with a hand for each hour, but showing only the number 5, a nod to the name of the model, when the central logo is vertical.
Bright iconic colours
Renault 5 E-Tech electric will be available from launch in five body colours, two of which are iconic: Pop Yellow and Pop Green. They are directly inspired by two emblematic shades that were present in the 1970s catalogue and that are forever associated with the Renault 5. The three other shades are: Artic White, Diamond Black and Midnight Blue. The two-tone paintwork with the Diamond Black roof will also be available on some trim levels.
A reinvented vent grille
The vent grille on the bonnet is a charge indicator in the form of the iconic number 5. When the driver approaches the vehicle, it lights up, illustrating the close interaction between human and machine. Another example of a humanised interface is the welcome sequence of the eye-shaped LED headlights, which ‘wink’ at the driver as they approach. Absent from the original Renault 5 but vital today for optimal efficiency are the aerodynamic features. Today, they are present but invisible, like the streamlined glass placed over the rear lights to optimise the airflow.
A two-tier padded dashboard
Inside Renault 5 E-Tech electric, the dashboard stylishly combines the most outstanding features of several generations of Renault 5: for example, the two-tier structure facing the passenger, the padded transverse layout, and the rectangular instrument cluster with rounded edges. On the Iconic Five high-spec trim level, the “Renault 5” signature can be seen on the black horizontal trim facing the passenger above the "padded" area, which with its elegant backlighting adds an extra touch of luxury and high-tech design.
Large horizontal screen
A dual horizontal screen gives a contemporary, high-tech, fun look to the interior of Renault 5 E-Tech. Facing the driver is a 10-inch digital instrument panel displaying driving information in full, with a choice of five different views. The central multimedia screen is also 10-inch. It is powered by the OpenR Link system with Google built-in for the Techno and Iconic Five trim levels.
Iconic seats and upholstery
Robust, original and welcoming, the denim upholstery makes a stylish contribution to the fun nature of Renault 5 E-Tech electric. Made from 100% recycled plastic (PET) water bottles, this denim fabric is used on the seats, dashboard and door panels on the Techno version.
A symbol of bold design and a prestige signature, the Iconic Five blazes with colour for a high-spec vintage finish. The seats are upholstered in grey fabric, with the H in heather yellow, and a large printed '5', also in yellow. This upholstery is made from 100% recycled fabric.
The capacity of a true multi-purpose city car
Although Renault 5 E-Tech electric is just 3.92m long, positioned between Clio II and Clio III, it rivals Clio V for interior space, thanks to its AmpR Small platform and 2.54m wheelbase. For interior width, it provides 1.38m at the front and 1.36m at the rear with the three-seater bench.
The battery is placed under the floor to provide generous boot capacity of 326 litres (277 dm3 VDA). This places the car at the top end of the electric city car segment, and even ahead of several bigger traditional ICE-powered city cars. Easy to access with its high floor, the boot can also be divided using the 60-40 split/fold three-seater rear bench.
A further 19 litres of storage capacity is provided by various compartments around the cabin.
Outstanding passive safety
Renault 5 E-Tech electric delivers a high level of passive safety, on a par with the standards applicable further up the market. Maintaining the very short overhangs of the design while maximising structural resistance in the event of impact required extensive computing and simulation, particularly for the motor cradle. At the same time, the compact dimensions of the car required specific development work on the central structure of the cradle housing the battery. The advantage of the all-electric design of the AmpR Small platform is that the seat crossmembers have been specially designed to protect the battery without the need for reinforcements inside the body, freeing up maximum space for the cells without additional parts. At the same time, the vehicle includes advanced battery safety technologies (Fireman Access and Pyroswitch).
Made in ElectriCity
With the aim is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, The vehicle will be assembled in Douai and the battery pack in Ruitz (prior to full manufacture of the batteries at the Douai gigafactory in partnership with AESC-Envision from summer 2025). The motor will be produced at the Cléon plant in Normandy, reflecting the decision to keep production in France.
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric will achieve an overall level of recyclability of 85%, with 22% of materials taken from the circular economy, including 41kg of recycled polymers. The seat fabrics will be made from fully recycled material on the Techno and Iconic Five trim levels. This last one will also include bio-sourced materials for its steering wheel and interior insulation.
The Renault 5 E-Tech that is planned to arrive in the UK in Q1 2025, with further specification and prices to be announced in due course. View our exisitng Reanult Electric & Plug-in Hybrid Leasing Deals, whilst we await further announcements from Renualt.