It is believed that the 2024 Renault 5 is one of the most anticipated electric superminis of 2024 because it will combine modern technology and driving pleasure for a price that is affordable. Renault has already provided us with little bits of details about the forthcoming EV and we have gathered all the information we could get our hands on, as well as more precise renderings of the exterior.
2024 Renault 5 Redesign
The all-electric reincarnation of the R5 debuts in concept in January 2021 The automaker vowed to introduce it to the market. As evidenced by the lightly disguised prototypes that have been shown in recent teasers, the final model will be close to the original concept. Small modifications and toned-down features are expected to help to lower costs, without compromising its retro-futuristic design which pays homage to the first and second-generation R5 that were released in the years 1972 and 1984, respectively.
Production versions will have new LED lighting units that have been redesigned on both sides, new bumpers, alloy wheels with smaller diameters, and regular mirrors and door handles. The French supermini will likely feature the body’s sculpted design, with prominent edges, fenders that taper at the rear side, and the slender plastic cladding that covers the lower part of the bodywork as well as on the wheels’ arches. A distinctive feature of the entire R5 model is the high-mounted taillights. They come back in a modern design with LED-lit graphics.
While the basic R5 is like a sports car, the confirmed version that is performance-oriented from Alpine will be an actual hot hatch. The body kit that is inspired by rally was recently shown off by the concept A290_b however, it is likely to be toned down in the same way. According to the most recent reports, the R5 is expected to be around 3.92m (154.3 inches) in length, placing it in the supermini category. The R5’s length would make it EV just a little smaller than its main competitor that is it’s the VW ID.2, which measures 4.05 meters (159.4 inches) long, at the very least in its conceptual form. Both are smaller than models powered by ICE (the Renault Clio and VW Polo) however, they are likely to be larger inside, benefitting from the design of the electric underpinnings.
Renault hasn’t released any glimpses of the interior, however, judging by other concepts from its coming EV lineup, environmentally friendly materials will be abundant throughout the interior. You can expect a contemporary and minimalist design for the dashboard, with an approach that is youthful in terms of the color and trim combination. We’re not certain what the R5 will use budget-friendly options for the infotainment system, such as those from Dacia however it’s likely at the very least in the entry-level trims.
Engine & Specs
Renault confirms that the R5 model will become the initial vehicle to launch the brand-new CMF-BEV design before it finds its way into future small-sized EVs that are part of the Renault Group models. The electric model shares a majority of parts with its CMF-B counterpart that is currently employed in ICE-powered models, such as the Renault Clio/Captur as well as Dacia’s entire range.
Renault engineers boast about the chassis configuration and the electric powertrain that powers the R5 and claim it will provide “best-in-class performance” and become “the benchmark for its segment in terms of driving pleasure”. The car’s performance can be “totally comparable” with the more powerful Renault Megane Etech, due to its chassis configuration that features an advanced multi-link rear axle with a low center of gravity and a higher degree of rigidity.
The supermini will be equipped with a synchronous motor with a single unit placed at the front it weighs 20kg (44 pounds) less than the motor that is used in the Megane E-tech. In terms of the anticipated output however, there are conflicting reports with Autocar saying it will generate the equivalent of 134 horsepower (100 kW or 136 PS) as well as L’Argus reports that it will be available in two versions, 123 horsepower (92 kW/125 PS) and the 148 horsepower (110 150 PS/110 kW).
The battery that is 4-module is smaller in terms of size and 15kg (33 pounds) lighter than the 12-module model that is used in the Renault Zoe, while being more efficient and less expensive to manufacture. French media reports it is believed that the R5 will be available with two battery capacities, 42 and 52 kWh and the latter will have the possibility of electric ranges up to 420 kilometers (261 miles).
2024 Renault 5 Release Date & Price
The only currently electric superminis available, apart from the soon-to-be-defunct Renault Zoe and the dirt-cheap Dacia Spring are the recently updated Peugeot E-208 and Opel Corsa-e siblings. There are however several other rivals to the R5 coming soon which include 2024’s Citroen e-C3, the 2024 Fiat Panda, and the 2025 VW ID.2 coming alongside a mechanically related Skoda. In addition, there’s an electric version of the Nissan Micra which will share its chassis alongside the R5.
It is interesting to note that Renault, Citroen, VW, and Skoda have all promised a start price that is less than EUR25,000 ($27,500) to create EVs available to many European customers. In addition to the standard vehicle ownership plan, Automakers may also provide attractive leasing options with the possibility of a lower monthly cost. We’ll learn more details regarding the Renault 5 as we move closer to the launch of its market which is scheduled for 2024. The EV is an alternative to the older Zoe however, Renault will continue to offer similar-sized and recently updated Clio as an alternative powered by ICE that comes with hybrid alternatives.