The Renault R5 Hatchback impresses with 540 HP 405 km and an attractive starting price of 23900 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.
The Renault R5 revives a classic silhouette with a retro-modern twist that manages to look familiar without feeling like a museum piece. At roughly 3.92–4.08 m in length it’s compact enough for city parking yet bold on the road thanks to chunky wheelarches, distinctive lighting and playful colour options. The design balances charm and contemporary cues so the car attracts attention for the right reasons rather than loud gimmicks.
Inside the R5 the cabin layout leans on simple geometry and sensible ergonomics, with targeted soft-touch surfaces and honest plastics where it makes sense. The horizontal screen architecture and a mix of physical switches for key functions keep operation intuitive, while materials and fit generally punch above class expectations. Seating arrangements vary by version, offering up to 5 seats in standard trims and a far more focused two-seat layout in the high-performance Turbo model.
The boot offers a usable 326 L with the rear seats up and expands to about 1,106 L with them folded, which is plenty for weekly shopping, a couple of suitcases or a small flat-pack run. Rear legroom and headroom are reasonable for adults on shorter trips, though tall passengers will notice the compact footprint on longer journeys. With curb weights around 1,447–1,524 kg and payloads in the 396–418 kg window the R5 handles normal family loads without drama but isn’t aimed at heavy-duty towing or overpacking.
Electric propulsion gives the R5 an eager low-speed feel; the 122 hp and 150 hp variants sprint to 100 km/h in approximately 9 s and 8 s respectively, making motorway merges easy and urban progress effortless. Steering is direct and the chassis strikes a tidy compromise between ride comfort and cornering composure, so town driving and country B-roads are both enjoyable. The R5 Turbo 3E is a different chapter: with around 540 hp and a 3.5 s 0–100 km/h time it requires respect, sharper chassis hardware and rear-wheel drive balance for genuine performance thrills.
Two battery choices — roughly 40 kWh and 52 kWh — produce WLTP ranges of about 307 km and 405 km, with consumption in the mid-teens of around 14.8–15.2 kWh/100 km. The smaller pack suits daily commuters who can charge overnight, while the larger pack reduces range anxiety on weekend trips and longer runs. Even the high-output Turbo advertises near-400 km WLTP range, but real-world distance will drop notably under energetic driving.
Infotainment and driver displays are modern and readable, with smartphone integration and clear menus that avoid unnecessary complication. Driver assistance is competitive for the segment, offering lane keeping, adaptive cruise and parking aids depending on trim, which helps in dense traffic and on long drives. The overall tech setup errs on the side of practical functionality rather than flashy gimmicks, which suits buyers who want things to work without a learning curve.
The R5 suits buyers who prioritise personality and compact practicality — city dwellers, small families and style-conscious drivers who want an electric hatchback with character. Choices range from the urban-friendly 40 kWh / 122 hp and the longer-range 52 kWh / 150 hp for everyday versatility, up to the spectacle of the Turbo 3E for those chasing outright performance and attention. It is not a no-compromise SUV replacement, but it is a well-rounded, characterful alternative for drivers who prefer charm and clever packaging over bland ubiquity.
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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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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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 397 kW
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2027
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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The Renault R5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.
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