Renault 5 EV production to begin in 2024

The electrification of Renault's range will see the classic Renault 5 reinvented as an EV, with the manufacturer confirming plans to begin production in 2024.

As its platform is designed to take a single 100kW motor, the R5 will be front-wheel drive and can achieve a WLTP tested driving range of up to 400km, further than any of Renault's current EV offerings.

Renault has previously said its new CMF-BEV architecture which underpins the R5 will be at least 33 per cent cheaper to produce than the existing Zoe, a significant saving as it looks to have a 65 per cent electrified range by 2025.

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Lowering production costs could result in cheaper retail prices, with the 33 per cent manufacturing expense reduction potentially equating to a sub-$35,000 retail price when compared to the $51,990 Zoe.

Strong design cues link the new R5 to its predecessor, from the classic Renault diamond logo to a classic ‘80s font on the rear badge, while its fake bonnet intake now hides a charging hatch – allowing the original design to incorporate modern technology.

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Although Renault's performance brand Alpine has merely teased the outline shape of its R5 concept, rumours suggest the hot hatch could adopt a higher output version of the 140kW motor in the Megane E-Tech, as well as a number of aggressive bodywork changes.

Featuring as a part of the French marque's display at this year's IAA Mobility Show in Munich, the R5 Prototype was on display alongside its classic counterparts, as well as the new Megane E-Tech EV – Renault's first dedicated electric car upon its new CMF-EV platform.

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