Compare performance (540 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (23900 £ vs 57900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or Alpine A390?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Renault R5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 33943 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault R5: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.90 kWh.
As for range, the Alpine A390 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 555 km, about 150 km more than the Renault R5.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Renault R5 has a somewhat edge – offering 540 HP compared to 470 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Alpine A390 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Alpine A390 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls significantly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 824 Nm. That’s about 3976 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Renault R5 is clearly lighter – 1447 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 674 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers clearly perceptible more room – 532 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1643 L, which is about 537 L more than the Renault R5.
Overall, the Renault R5 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.
detailsThe Alpine A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Price
57900 - 66900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
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Electric Range
515 - 555 km
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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Battery Capacity
89 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Width
1885 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Height
1532 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 397 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2027
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Alpine
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The Renault R5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.