Renault 5 E-Tech Named 'Best Car of The Year' Ahead of 2025 Release

Renault 5 E-Tech Named 'Best Car of The Year' Ahead of 2025 Release

The 100% electric city car has been awarded the title by the not-for-profit organisation Best Cars of The Year before its official release.

• The Renault 5 E-Tech has been named ‘Best Car of the Year – The New Car World Champion 2024/25’ by Best Cars of the Year.
• Results for each award are decided via public vote, along with experts from the Best Cars of The Year judging panel.
• The fully electric supermini also picked up the award for ‘Best Electric Car 2024/2025’, ahead of its official launch next year. Customers can buy an R-Pass allowing them to order their Renault 5 E-Tech 10 days before its release.

It may not even be available to order yet, but the Renault 5 E-Tech has already gone down a winner – picking up not one but two awards.

It’s been named ‘Best Car of The Year – The New Car World Champion 2024/25’ and ‘Best Electric Car 2024/2025’ at the Best Cars of The Year awards. Read on for everything you need to know about this electric supermini before orders open next year.

100% electric power

A modern, all-electric take on the 1970s classic, the Renault 5 E-Tech will revolutionise your drive. It comes with two battery options (40kWh or 52kWh), bringing you up to 248 miles (WLTP) of range.

Equipped with bidirectional charging, the Renault 5 E-Tech can easily power devices on the go. While fast DC charging enables it to charge from 15-80% in just 30 minutes.

Using the digital driver’s display, you’ll easily be able to keep an eye on your range and key driving data. The EV even features a bonnet-mounted charge indicator showing your available charge – with the number 5 shown when full.

With instant torque from the electric motor, you’ll enjoy smoother, more responsive acceleration. It also brings you all the other benefits of electric vehicles (EVs), such as less noise, and zero emissions.

Fun, personalised design

With a wide range of customisation options, the Renault 5 E-Tech allows you to get creative. From five distinctive body colours to two-tone paintwork with a coloured roof trim.

Inside, it’s just as personal – with 3D-printed accessories that come in a range of designs to suit your tastes. This includes the small and large storage compartments, the central organiser, and even the e-pop shifters at the wheel.

Oozing French charm, the Renault 5 is effortlessly chic both inside and out. The emotive exterior is loaded with features to create a more distinctive, eye-catching look.

From rounded corners and wider wheel arches to vertical rear lights, and the distinctive 5 emblem. The vertical grille brings a fresh, modern look while the pupil-shaped LED headlights add character.

Meanwhile, the interior strikes the perfect balance of comfort and sustainable style. The seat fabrics are made from recycled materials for eco-friendly design. While a patented smart cocoon soundproofing system enhances comfort and relaxation. With a boot capacity of 326 litres, it’s also incredibly practical for your day-to-day.

Forward-thinking technology

As one of Renault’s latest models, the Renault 5 E-Tech is given the latest and greatest technology to enhance your drive.

The openR link multimedia system features two instrument panels, hosting Renault Connected Services. This includes Google built-in, allowing you to navigate seamlessly with Google Maps or download apps from Google Play.

With voice assistant, you can say ‘Hey Google’ and give out simple commands such as ‘show me the nearest charging points’. With over 50 in-car apps ranging from navigation and music to podcasts and news, you’ll be well-entertained behind the wheel.

What’s more, the Renault 5 E-Tech even comes with a virtual avatar called reno. This can be activated by saying ‘Hey, reno’, and can help you carry out tasks on the go, such as preheating the cabin or scheduling charging. Whatever you need to do, your virtual avatar is there to help.

Not forgetting safety, the Renault 5 E-Tech comes with 26 human-first driver assistance features. Designed to keep you safe and make driving easier, these include features like:

• Active Driver Assist
• Active Emergency Braking
• Detection with Emergency Trajectory Correction
• Parking Assist
• Occupant Safe Exit Alert
• Driver Attention Alert

Join the Renaul-ution

With its smart technology and fun, energetic design, it’s not hard to see what makes the Renault 5 E-Tech such a winner. The new EV is expected to open for orders in 2025, so unfortunately you’ll have to wait to experience it for yourself.

If you want to be first in line, you can buy an R5 5 Pass for £150 . This is a ‘fast pass’ allowing you to be among the first to order your Renault 5 E-Tech, before it becomes available to the general public.

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