An ’80s icon returns to democratize the electric car.
The French brand is rescuing the Renault 5 in a 100% electric version to popularize electric cars in Europe. It will be produced entirely in the north of France, with a starting price of around 25,000 euros, and will arrive in Spain in the autumn.
Car manufacturer Renault presented this Monday on Geneva Motor Show new Renault 5 E-Techan electric reincarnation of the legendary R5 from the 80s with a purpose popularize electric cars in Europe at an affordable price for everyone.
With the new Renault 5 E-Tech, the French brand becomes the first European brand to introduce an electric vehicle in the B segment. completely made in Europe. To get ahead of other brands, the model It was developed in just three years. compared to the usual four.
In addition, Renault intends for the new Renault 5 E-Tech to serve democratize the electric car in Europe and will have a very competitive position in the market with a starting price of approx. 25,000 euros (in addition to assistance and discounts).
“The 100% electric Renault 5 E-Tech is much more than just a car. He appeared at a time when Millions of Europeans are set to make the big switch to electric mobility, interconnected and sustainable. And our company had to be as flexible as possible. To be the first in Europe to choose a 100% electric platform for a small car, optimize costs across the entire value chainwe will move our industrial ecosystem,” said the CEO of Renault Group. Luca de Meo.
Made in Europe
“Facing the changes our industry is going through, this car opens a new path for Renault. He is at the center of a battle to reinvent European industry in the face of competition from East and West. With this car we show that production in Europe is possible“added the leader of the French group.
The 100% electric Renault 5 E-Tech is the first car designed entirely based on AmpR Smallnew platform Ampere (the electric division of the Renault Group), which deals with electric vehicles in the B segment. Measures 3.92 meters for a long time 1.77 wide and 1.50 High. With wheelbase 2.54 meters and a completely flat floor, offers enough interior space for five people and trunk 326 liters. In addition, the center of gravity is very low and it weighs less 1500 kgwhich guarantees good dynamic behavior.
Under the hood, the electric motor is more compact than the model. Megan E-Tech 100% electric and Stage E-Tech what does it come from? No permanent magnets does not use rare earth elements, thereby reducing its impact on the environment. It will be offered in three power levels: 70, 90 or 110 kWequivalent 95, 120 or 150 horsesrespectively.
The first two versions are equipped 40 kWh lithium-ion battery which ensures autonomy up to 300 kilometers in the combined WLTP cycle (about 400 in the urban cycle). The most powerful version, 150 hp, uses a 12 V battery. 52 kWh with which it reaches a range of up to 400 km VLTP.
Bidirectional charger
Opening new bidirectional AC charger (AC) with load capacity 11kW. In direct current (DC) it provides maximum charging power 80 or 100 kWdepending on the size of the battery, allowing you to pass from 0 to 80% charge in just 30 minutes.
In addition, the Renault 5 E-Tech can 100% tow a trailer with towing capacity 500 kg. and includes numerous driving assistance systems (ADAS) such as intelligent adaptive cruise controlwho anticipates road conditions, and level 2 autonomous driving with active driver assistance system.
The Renault Group aims to produce the 100% electric Renault 5 E-Tech in Europe, including its battery. starting summer 2025. Every car and every battery will be assembled at the French plant in… Douai with mechanics (motor, gearbox and power electronics) production Cleon and modules produced at the Douai Gigafactory (partnership with Envision AESC).
According to Renault, its carbon dioxide emissions will be 35% lower than the 100% electric Zoe E-Tech and it will be produced in contactless circuitwith a compact ecosystem of suppliers located within a 300 km radius of the ElectriCity center.
Price
Its commercialization will begin within last quarter of 2024 and the Access version with 95 horsepower and 300 kilometers of autonomy will have a price of about 25,000 euros. 120 hp version with a power reserve of 300 km it will be lower 30,000 eurosand the 150-horsepower version with a power reserve of 400 km will be in the area 35,000 euros.