The entry-level Renault 5 Five reveals its hubcaps

Renault reveals a bit more about the entry-level version of its new R5 whose price remains unknown in France.

The commercial promise was simple: “Starting from 25,000 euros… before ecological bonus deduction“. However, until the end of 2023, the bonus was still 6000 euros. Then in 2024, before the launch of the Renault 5, the bonus dropped to 4000 euros. And in 2025, it might be further reduced to 3000 euros. And that’s the problem: as it stands, we still do not know exactly how much the entry-level Renault 5 named Five will cost in France.

A minimum of 25,000 euros therefore, or possibly 21,000 euros if Renault does not delay its release before December 31, 2024. That would be a great positioning, as one must not forget the monthly savings on running costs compared to an equivalent combustion vehicle. Alas, Renault already specifies that orders will only open in the spring. That’s disappointing…

300 km of range and 5 € / full charge

An immediate question arises when browsing through the three technical sheets of the new Renault 5, including that of the Five trim. Why, with lower equipment and power, will its range be the worst in the lineup? Especially since its 40 kWh battery is not inferior to that of the 120-horsepower version. At Mobiwisy, we lean toward a marketing positioning where the “small car” is necessarily “less good”.

Thus, the Renault 5 Five will provide 95 horsepower and a range of 300 km, translating to a realistic consumption of 13.3 kWh per 100 km. In reality, because no one will let it drop to 0% charge, it is more reasonable to state that the range will only be 200 kilometers. With 1 kWh priced at a minimum of 13 cents, a full charge will only cost 5 euros. Unbeatable in terms of cost per kilometer!

In terms of looks, we find black steel wheels covered with frankly sporty large diameter hubcaps. They resemble rally wheels from the 1980s and the appearance is pleasing. The color is not two-tone like on the higher-end versions, but the option will probably be available.

Let’s note the very vintage antenna here, while other models have a shark fin antenna. For all other details, we will still need to wait.