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Renault R5 vs Toyota Urban Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (24,000 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Renault R5 vs Toyota Urban Cruiser: Key differences

Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Toyota Urban Cruiser

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault R5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,420 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Toyota Urban Cruiser. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Urban Cruiser offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 21 km more than the Renault R5.

Urban Cruiser

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Urban Cruiser offers somewhat more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Renault R5 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Urban Cruiser delivers noticeably more torque with 307 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 62 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 visibly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 1,839 kg. The difference is around 392 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault R5 offers only slightly more boot space – 326 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Urban Cruiser carries marginally more – 421 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 holds a slight edge 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.

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R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 405 km
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Renault R5

The Renault 5 blends classic styling cues with contemporary design, giving it a playful and characterful presence on the road. It’s a city-focused hatchback that feels nimble and cleverly packaged, ideal for drivers who want personality and practicality.

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Reviews Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,000 - 27,000 £
Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,744 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
411 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Renault R5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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