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 VW ID.5 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 12917 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault R5: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.
As for range, the VW ID.5 performs evident better – achieving up to 559 km, about 154 km more than the Renault R5.
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 Renault R5 has a evident edge – offering 540 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls clearly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 4121 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Renault R5 is evident lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 516 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers convincingly more room – 549 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs noticeable better – up to 1561 L, which is about 455 L more than the Renault R5.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 evident takes the win – 549 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.
The Renault R5 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
detailsVW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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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
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
1963 - 2233 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 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
2024 - 2025
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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
VW
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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.