Although the 5 is claimed to be a technological chief in its phase in contrast with present options, Renault is aiming for the mannequin to be priced beneath its opponents – together with the outgoing Zoe.

Key to this within the 5 would be the reuse of 70% of the elements from the ICE variant of the CMF-B platform, which underpins the Renault Captur, Renault Clio, Nissan Juke and extra.

The AmpR Small platform will finally spawn a “complete family” of vehicles, in accordance with Renault B-segment EV director Jérémie Coiffier.

Platform supervisor Gilles Godinot mentioned: “It’s really flexible in terms of track and wheelbase, and overhang of course, but mostly the track and wheelbase are really flexible.”

The new 5 idea was first revealed on the announcement of the Renaulution plan devised by Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo in 2021. He hailed it as a key a part of Renault’s push for 30% of its gross sales to be of EVs by 2025.

The mannequin takes its inspiration from the unique 5, which was produced over two generations between 1972 and 1996, with references together with the headlights and sq. daytime operating lights.

De Meo, who throughout his time at Fiat was key in reviving the Fiat 500, mentioned: “I know from experience that reinventing a cult products lights a fire under the whole brand. This is a cult vehicle at a price many can afford. And this is only the beginning for the whole Renault brand.”