Compare performance (540 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (23900 £ vs 97100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or Chevrolet Corvette Roadster?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Renault R5 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster costs 97100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73200 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 680 HP compared to 540 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the Renault R5 takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster performs somewhat better – reaching 304 km/h, while the Renault R5 tops out at 270 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls significantly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 806 Nm. That’s about 3994 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault R5 offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Renault R5 is distinct lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1767 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster offers hardly perceptible more room – 357 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
When it comes to payload, Renault R5 decisively takes the win – 418 kg compared to 213 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.
The Renault R5 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault R5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster turns any commute into a headline, with sculpted, exotic-car looks and an electrically folding roof that invites you to drive with the sky on. Behind that stylish face is a jewel of a sports car that serves up sharp handling, a theatrical exhaust note, and more drama per mile than most rivals — great fun for buyers who want supercar sensation without supercar pretensions.
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Price
97100 - 162800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
289 - 377 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
2
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
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Curb weight
1767 - 1944 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Length
4634 - 4734 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Width
1934 - 2025 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Height
1234 - 1236 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Payload
156 - 213 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Power HP
482 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
296 - 304 km/h
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Torque
613 - 806 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
90 - 397 kW
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Power kW
354 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2027
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Chevrolet
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The Renault R5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.