Overview
The Renault 5 Turbo 3E is an upcoming ultra-high-performance, rear-wheel-drive electric mini-supercar designed as a modern homage to the iconic 1980s Renault 5 Turbo and Turbo 2. Positioned as an exclusive halo vehicle, it blends aggressive rally-inspired heritage with cutting-edge electric performance. Built on a bespoke platform engineered with Alpine, it sits dramatically lower and wider than the standard Renault 5 E-Tech to target track enthusiasts and collectors.
Design
The exterior styling is a radical evolution of the classic Renault 5 Turbo, boasting a carbon-fibre superstructure with boxy, ultra-wide flared arches. It features a length-to-width ratio of 2:1, measuring 4.08 metres long and 2.03 metres wide. Visual cues include massive air intakes integrated into the rear wings, a aggressive front splitter, a massive rear wing, and 20-inch aero-optimized wheels. Only the door mirrors and light clusters are shared with the standard road-going 5 E-Tech.
Interior
The cabin strips back friendly practicality in favour of a race-ready motorsport layout. It features carbon fibre bucket seats paired with Sabelt six-point harnesses, Alcantara upholstery, and an prominent vertical hydraulic handbrake lever designed specifically for controlled drifting. Infotainment is integrated via dual OpenR screens configured to pay homage to the retro multi-gauge dashboard layout of its 1980s predecessors.
Performance & Powertrains
Power comes from a dual-motor setup, with two electric motors housed directly inside the rear wheels, delivering a combined output of 555 hp and 4,800 Nm of torque. It achieves a 0-62 mph sprint in under 3.5 seconds and reaches a top track speed of 167 mph. Energy is supplied by a 70 kWh battery operating on an 800V architecture, enabling DC rapid charging at speeds up to 350 kW for a 15% to 80% charge in roughly 15 minutes. The projected driving range exceeds 250 miles.
Practicality
Designed primarily as a track-focused vehicle, passenger space is restricted to two occupants by the fixed bucket seats. The rear seat bench is completely replaced by structural chassis bracing, motor cooling systems, and battery packaging. Traditional boot capacity is virtually non-existent due to the rear-wheel motor layout, wide track architecture, and functional aerodynamic ducting.
Buying
Production is strictly limited to 1,980 numbered units worldwide in reference to the launch year of the original car. Pricing starts from £140,000, with extensive options and bespoke options pushing the final cost significantly higher and first customer deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027.