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Renault R5 vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (24,000 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or SsangYong Torres?

Renault R5 vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

R5

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,848 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Torres. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers moderately more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 57 km more than the Renault R5.

Torres

Engine and Performance:

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 SsangYong Torres offers markedly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers clearly more torque with 339 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 94 Nm more.

R5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault R5 is only slightly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers substantially more boot space – 703 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 377 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries noticeably more – 552 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 462 km
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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Reviews SsangYong Torres

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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,000 - 27,000 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
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Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,744 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Renault
Brand
SsangYong
What drivetrain options does the Renault R5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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