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Renault R5 vs VW T-Roc comparison

Compare performance (540 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 26,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or VW T-Roc?

Renault R5 vs VW T-Roc: Key differences

Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

VW T-Roc

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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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.

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the VW T-Roc costs 26,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,524 £.

T-Roc

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 Renault R5 offers clearly more power – delivering 540 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 390 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers clearly more torque with 4,800 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 4,550 Nm more.

R5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault R5 is marginally lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault R5 offers slightly more boot space – 326 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Roc carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 is clearly superior overall 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 £23,900
R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
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Renault R5

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.

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Reviews Renault R5

5 (1 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.

VW T-Roc

The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Reviews VW T-Roc

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Ester
17 Sept 2025, 14:29:41

I've been driving the VW T‑Roc for a few months now and I'm totally satisfied. 🚗 The higher seating position gives me a great feeling of security and the visibility in city traffic is excellent. I especially like the modern infotainment system — everything works intuitively and quickly. On the motorway it feels very calm and stable, even at higher speeds. Overall a great car that's a lot of fun and still economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,900 - 137,100 £
Price
26,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
3,922 - 4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 2,030 mm
Width
1,811 - 1,828 mm
Height
1,380 - 1,498 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
225 - 4,800 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,027
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault R5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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