Renault Unveils 533 Bhp Electric 5 Turbo 3E: Check Details

French automaker, Renault has recreated and launched the 5 Turbo 3E, an electric reinterpretation of the Renault 5 Turbo and Turbo 2 which it launched in the1980s. The Renault 5 Turbo was widely known for its rally success and turbocharged petrol engines.

Built on an electric platform with rear-wheel drive and in-wheel motors, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E is powered by electric motors that churn out 532.6 bhp. Additonally, the electric iteration of the classic reinterpretation accelerates from 0-100 kmph in under 3.5 seconds, boasting a top speed of 270 kmph. Moreover, the vehicle features a carbon superstructure and weighs approximately 1,450 kg, which includes a 70 kWh battery. Furthermore, it has a power-to-weight ratio of 2.7 kg/bhp, it offers a range of more than 400 km on a full charge and supports fast charging—charging from 15 to 80% in 15 minutes.

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The Renault 5 Turbo 3E offers four driving modes—Snow, Regular, Sport, and Race. The electric reinterpretation of the Renault 5 Turbo features a drift-assist function for performance driving. On the interior, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E is equipped with bucket seats and a rally-style vertical handbrake. The dashboard of the electric car includes two digital screens for navigation, multimedia, and driving data. Additionally, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E features an OpenR Link system that integrates Google services including Maps for route planning and charging management.

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Moreover, the exterior design draws inspiration from the Renault 5 Turbo, with modern aerodynamics been added to the modern classic version. In addition to that, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E is available in multiple colors which allow the car to be customised with different interior and exterior trim options.

The Renault 5 Turbo 3E will be limited to 1,980 units, representing the year the original model was launched. Furthermore, each unit will be numbered, and buyers will be able to select their preferred number. Reservations are expected to open soon with deliveries expected in 2027. The vehicle will be available in Europe, the Middle East, Japan, and Australia.