Renault 5 EV teaser reveals key design elements and features
What's the story
French carmaker Renault has provided a sneak peek at the 2024 Renault 5 electric vehicle (EV).
The teaser reveals some interesting design details of the retro-inspired compact car.
Set to premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in February, the images show off the R5's headlights, taillights, and a profile hinting at the classic R5 Turbo hot hatch and the new-age R5 Turbo 3E concept car.
Design
It will have unique charge indicator integrated into the hood
The standout design feature of the upcoming Renault 5 EV will be its battery charge indicator on the hood.
The city-friendly electric vehicle will likely be powered by an electric motor paired with a 52kWh battery pack.
The setup will provide a range of around 400km on a single charge, based on the WLTP cycle.
Measuring just 3.92m long, this compact car will be particularly good in congested city streets.
Parts sharing
Borrowed components and expected pricing for the Renault 5 EV
To keep costs down, Renault plans to use up to 70% of components from the Clio by adapting the modular CMF-B platform for the new Renault 5.
Expected to cost around €25,000 (approximately Rs. 22.74 lakh), the car will only be available as an all-electric model.
Compared to its predecessor, the Zoe, the new Renault 5 will have four large battery modules instead of 12, thereby reducing weight by up to 15kg.
Future
Renault's future EV lineup
After launching the 5 EV, Renault aims to release two more electric models, namely the Renault 4 in 2025 and the Twingo in 2026. Both vehicles have been previewed as concept cars.
The Renault 4ever Trophy Concept shows off a rugged electric crossover, while the 2026 Renault Twingo Prototype offers a retro EV throwback.
These upcoming models are set to boost Renault's presence in the electric vehicle market.