Renault 5 returns as if it was never gone

Already voted European Car of the Year 2025 in January this year, I, together with 
other Irish Motoring journalists, gathered at the Renault Store in Dundrum 
Shopping Centre to get officially introduced to their new all-electric Renault5 E- 
Tech. 
The Renault 5 E-Tech is now on sale in Renault dealerships nationwide and pricing 
will start from €25,995 or €225 per month with PCP finance from MFS. 
First Impressions 
Albeit in surroundings best known for its lifestyle offerings, the Renault shop in 
Dundrum was welcoming and certainly not out of place, the Pop Yellow Renault 5 
immediately reminiscent of the original. For me, with the current penchant for 
reintroducing past names and affixing them onto completely new and visually 
different models, this new Renault 5 differs and has honoured the original model 
wonderfully. 
A five-door small family hatch, this 2025, fully-electric 5 E-Tech, will please on first 
glance, proudly displaying its moniker on numerous places on its bodywork. 
Distinctive front headlight, together with an outer design that plays great homage to 
its forefathers, this new 5 is quite substantial. 
5 E-Tech Dimensions 
Length: 3922mm 
Width: 1774mm 
Height: 1498mm 
Wheelbase: 2540mm 
Standard Equipment 
Standard across all trims: 
 Android Auto 
 Wireless Apple CarPlay 
 Automatic climate control 
 Arkamys speaker system 
 Automatic LED lights. 
Those choosing the Evolution Trim get: 
 7-inch digital driver display 
 10.1-inch OpenR Link multimedia system 
 Rear parking sensors 
 Electric parking brake 
The Techno Trim adds: 
 Diamond cut alloy wheels 
 Google Built-in 

 EV Route Planning 
 Rear view camera 
 Heated door mirrors 
Topping the new Renault 5 E-Tech range is Iconic Trim, offering: 
 Chrono Diamond Cut alloy wheels 
 Hands-free parking 
 heated seats 
 Advanced driver assistance system combining intelligent adaptive cruise 
control with lane keeping assistance. 
Two Battery Options 
This 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Electric will be available with two battery 
options—40kWh and 52kWh—each offering different power outputs. The entry-level 
40kWh battery, paired with a 120bhp electric motor, delivers a range of up to 310km 
WLTP. 
Three Trim Levels 
Customers can choose from three trim levels: evolution, techno, and iconic, with 
pricing starting at €25,995 for evolution, €27,995 for techno, and €29,995 for the 
top-spec iconic—all prices include the SEAI grant. 
Customers opting for the more powerful 52kWh battery, paired with a 150bhp 
electric motor, get the driving range extended to 410km. This option is available in 
two trims: techno, priced from €30,995, and the flagship iconic, starting at €32,995. 
Colour Choice 
Five vibrant body colours are available, two of which – Pop Yellow! and Pop Green! – 
hark back to shades that were present in the 1970s catalogue. The other three shades 
available are: Pearl White, Starry Black and Midnight Blue. Two-tone paintwork with 
the Starry Black roof is also available with the top-end (iconic) and mid-range 
(techno) trim levels. All models in the range wear 18-inch wheels as standard. 
Vehicle-to-Load 
Renault 5 E-Tech electric’s new 11 kW AC bi-directional charger features V2L 
(vehicle-to-load) capability. With V2L, you can power a 220 V (up to 3,700 W) 
appliance from your car’s battery with a simple adapter. 
The 11 kW charger fitted as standard on all versions makes Renault 5 E-Tech electric 
can top up the 52 kWh battery from 15% to 80% in 3 hours and 13 minutes. For 
charging on the go, Renault 5 E-Tech electric’s 100kW DC charging capability tops 
the car up from 15% to 80% in 30 minutes. 
Renault Renolution 

Over the past four years, Renault has evolved its line-up, launching eight new models 
in a very short space of time that feature new design, cutting-edge technology, and a 
strong commitment to electrification. This transformation has already led to 
significant success, with Renault securing the prestigious European Car of the Year 
title for two consecutive years, Irish Car of the Year title for Renault Scenic and 
International Van of the Year for the Renault Master. 
Since opening in mid-January, the Renault Store on Level 1 at Dundrum has 
welcomed over 20,000 visitors. On my visit, I can only say that it was a very positive 
decision. 
Launch Drive 
With its tight turning circle of 10.3 metres, decent steering and nice response from 
the 52kWh battery, the 5 proved to be up for all that was asked during a South City 
launch drive that had the usual traffic light GP, speed humps and some national 
route dual-carriageway. Quiet and rattle-free, the driving position and seats provided 
comfort and unhindered conversation. 
While it carries the looks of the ’70 model, this is a bigger car, with more 
sophisticated suspension, albeit tight in the rear, I like me, you are on the northside 
of six-feet. Otherwise, it is a very pleasant place to be. Boot space is 326litres, with 
the 60/40 rear seat split expanding that to 1,106litres. 
Taking it as an aperitif, I look forward to a more expanded drive soon. This new 5 
from Renault is certainly deserving of a test drive and worthy of your time to get to 
sample its delightful personality. Yep, I liked it. 
Some of the Competition 
Hyundai Inster 
Fiat 500e 
Citroen e-C3 
Mini Cooper Electric 
Peugeot e-208