Compare performance (540 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (23900 £ vs 21900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or Toyota Yaris?
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.
Toyota Yaris has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £ , while the Renault R5 costs 23900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2057 £.
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 significantly edge – offering 540 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.50 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls significantly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 4410 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Toyota Yaris is distinct lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1447 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault R5 offers a bit more room – 326 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault R5 performs to a small extent better – up to 1106 L, which is about 171 L more than the Toyota Yaris.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris evident takes the win – 525 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.
The Renault R5 is decisively ahead 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.
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 Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 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
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 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, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
90 - 397 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2027
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Toyota
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The Renault R5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.