The electric car market welcomes the long-awaited Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, with a small surprise: the new French compact, in fact, is far from the initial launch expectations with a base price of 25,000 euros. The available versions, Techno and Iconic Cinq, have been fixed at 32,900 euros and 34,900 euros respectively (without incentives).
Both models offer a range of up to 410 km thanks to a 52 kWh battery and boast a maximum power of 150 HP. Model Technomore accessible, already includes various features as standard such as an 11 kW battery charger, emergency braking assistance, adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assistance, as well as a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, automatic climate control , keyless entry and an infotainment system compatible with Android Auto, Apple Carplay and ChatGPT integration.
Moving on to the version Iconic Cinq, for a surcharge of 2,000 euros, it is possible to have additions such as semi-automatic parking and heated seats as well as a steering wheel. This version also offers more customization options, which include distinctive colors and decorations.
The optional Easy Drive package is available to upgrade both models; at 850 euros for the Techno and 650 euros for the Iconic Cinq, it adds advanced functions for second level semi-autonomous driving and other standard equipment on the Iconic Cinq. Customization with unique colors and additional decorative details could increase the cost by up to 2,000 euros.
Although real prices are higher than initial expectations, the new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric is still positioned as one of the most innovative options in the electric car sector. A will arrive cheaper setup? Yes, but only in 2025 when Renault markets the 40 kWh version with a starting price of 25 thousand euros.
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