👤 Octopus Electric Vehicles
📅 07.09.2026
⏱️ 15:24 min
👁️ 17.912 vizualizări
💬 18 comentarii
⭐ +1.7/2
TL;DR Summary: Octopus EV tests the Renault 5 E-Tech, finding it far more than just a retro styling exercise thanks to its sophisticated multi-link rear suspension, seamless Google-integrated infotainment, standard heat pump, and accessible £23,000 price point.
Key Pros 👍
- Mature ride and road holding via independent multi-link rear suspension „the reason why it drives so well is because Renault's actually spent the time and money to fit the Renault 5 with a multi-link rear suspension. It means that the wheels at the back can act independently from each other... That's what gives it its big car driving feeling.” ▶️ 00:09:14
- Seamless native Google built-in infotainment and route planning „The main display here is actually operated by Google. So, if you just like to use the touchscreen, this works pretty well. We've got Google Maps built in... because this car's got Google built in, I just prefer to let the car do its thing instead.” ▶️ 00:10:10
- True affordable heritage pricing honoring original 1972 egalitarian spirit „Starting at a seriously competitive £22,995... instead of just cashing in on the nostalgia by charging a premium like some other brands do with their retro reboots, Renault has stayed true to that original ethos.” ▶️ 00:05:40
- Standard cold-weather heat pump and Vehicle-to-Load functionality „you actually do get a standard-fitted heat pump, which does mean you get a lot more heat energy for every electricity unit you use, making it a lot more efficient in winter... using the car's vehicle-to-load feature to charge up my laptop” ▶️ 00:07:28
- Tactile physical climate controls and supportive denim-trimmed seats „I'm really pleased to say we have a great mix of buttons and screens. Bit of technology with some old-school practicality. So, all your climate control, you can click up and down and adjust on the move without having to fiddle with the screens.” ▶️ 00:09:47
Key Cons 👎
- Crowded steering column with confusing multi-stalk layout „around the steering wheel, there is an overwhelming selection of buttons, knobs, and stalks. 1 2 3 4 stalks, a separate button here, and then you've got your clusters left and right on your steering wheel... It's just a little bit overkill.” ▶️ 00:12:20
- Severely restricted rear passenger space „And I really hope you're not expecting a large back seat, cuz you're not going to get it here... space is going to be quite compromised... I'd probably say stick to two, and four at a push.” ▶️ 00:04:50
- Pointless start/stop button in an EV platform „The start button. This is an electric car. Why does it need a start button? It is quite finicky. Just let me come into the car, put it in drive, and roll away.” ▶️ 00:04:22
- Chunky legacy keycard with no dedicated cabin storage slot „The key. Now, if you've had a Renault in the last 30 years, it's pretty much the same key you've had since the '90s. It's big, it's blocky, and there's nowhere for you to fit” ▶️ 00:04:11
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech convincingly proves it is far more than a fashion statement, pairing head-turning retro aesthetics with sophisticated multi-link chassis engineering and intuitive Google tech at a fair price.
👤 Electrifying
📅 27.05.2026
⏱️ 16:00 min
👁️ 371.618 vizualizări
💬 941 comentarii
⭐ +1.8/2
TL;DR Summary: Nicki Shields concludes her 12-month, 8,000-mile long-term test of the Renault 5 E-Tech Techno, declaring it an exceptionally joyful, reliable, and characterful companion, with only minor complaints regarding cabin wind noise, an awkward gear selector stalk, and cramped rear headroom.
Key Pros 👍
- Infectious everyday driving fun, responsiveness, and nimbleness „It is such a fun car to drive. And I as I said, I've been in it for over a year now, and I still love it every time I get in and set off. It just makes me smile... The power delivery is really solid right throughout the range.” ▶️ 00:05:09
- Irresistible exterior personality and universal public appeal „The Renault 5 is one of those rare cars that makes you smile when you see it. You know, I come out the door in the morning and it makes me happy... I had a little boy who came up and hugged it and gave it a kiss” ▶️ 00:07:54
- Thoughtfully crafted cabin blending physical buttons with smart screens „bravo to Renault interior design for putting so much thought into this interior. I have massively appreciated it over the past 12 months. Um I love the fact there's a really good blend of switches and buttons and screens.” ▶️ 00:08:05
- Respectable real-world motorway range across all seasons „in summer, I've regularly... got around around 200 out of a full charge on motorway driving... even with colder winter weather, I don't think I've seen less than about 170 mi um out of a full battery.” ▶️ 00:11:40
- Gentle, non-intrusive driver assistance and safety chimes „They're very unobtrusive, but you are aware they are there. So, the speed limit warning, you just get a little gentle beep just to remind you... this is honestly one of the only cars that I've driven where they haven't driven me bananas” ▶️ 00:12:41
- Flawless reliability over 8,000 miles of varied driving „I've done over 8,000 trouble-free miles in the Renault 5, apart from a puncture, which was fixed easily at my local garage.” ▶️ 00:07:13
Key Cons 👎
- Clumsy gear selector requires excessive precision between Drive and Reverse „It is really difficult to get it into drive and reverse. You have to be very precise, you have to be completely stopped, you have to really hold it down for that extra beat. If you're in a hurry doing a three-point turn... it is very easy to think that you have selected reverse and you haven't” ▶️ 00:14:13
- Wind rustle around window frames at motorway speeds above 50 mph „when you get to anything above about 50, you do get quite a lot of wind noise creeping in over um the driver's and the passenger doors at the top.” ▶️ 00:13:50
- Limited rear headroom unsuited to tall teenagers or family use „I have carried my 16-year-old son and mates in the back of this car, and they don't love it on a long journey... it's head room... this probably isn't going to work as a family car.” ▶️ 00:03:32
- Heated seats strictly restricted to top-tier Iconic trim „The thing that really bugged me, though, is that you do have to go for the top spec to get heated seats. And I'm not going to lie, I have missed them in winter.” ▶️ 00:01:45
🎯 Verdict: Over a full year and 8,000 miles, the Renault 5 proved that electric cars can deliver genuine soul, exceptional daily charm, and reliable running in a delightfully compact package.
👤 Electrifying
📅 29.04.2026
⏱️ 12:39 min
👁️ 172.618 vizualizări
💬 693 comentarii
⭐ +1.9/2
TL;DR Summary: The presenter delivers an enthusiastic first-look review of the electric VW ID. Polo, praising Volkswagen for reinstating proper tactile buttons, delivering a cavernous 435-litre boot, charming retro digital dials, and targeting true price parity with petrol cars.
Key Pros 👍
- Total banishment of haptic sliders in favor of tactile buttons „Something else is back, too. Proper switches. Actual buttons. How fabulous is that?... The buttons, the switches, not a haptic control or a slider in sight. It is joyful.” ▶️ 00:00:46
- Huge class-leading 435-litre boot with deep underfloor storage „The boot is very big, particularly for a car in this class at 435 L... nice low load lip, and then a nice flat floor, and then under here is absolutely stacks of space.” ▶️ 00:08:58
- Delightful retro Golf Mk1 cluster theme and digital cassette player „You flick down here, you press that, retro, and this happens. It is truly brilliant. It is based on the look and feel of the Golf Mark 1 facelift from 1980... The rev counter tells you how much is left on the battery.” ▶️ 00:04:55
- Substantial range of up to 280 miles on 52 kWh battery pack „On the range front, up to 280 mi, which is a big number for a car like this, and puts it ahead of the current leader of the pack” ▶️ 00:09:44
- Sensible design reset with classic proportions and conventional door handles „I just love that this looks less like an ID experiment, let's do something different because we can, and make it look a bit weird. And it just looks like a VW again. Bravo, Andreas.” ▶️ 00:03:15
Key Cons 👎
- Narrow middle rear seat restricted primarily to child usage „It's officially a three-seater. I would add an ish onto the end of that line because I think it while you'll get two adults in the outer seats, you're only going to get a child in the third seat.” ▶️ 00:08:13
- Rear door opening angle could be slightly wider for child seats „I'd like it to go just a little wider. I think it might have been a bit awkward getting children into car seats unless you've got the ones that can swivel round to the side.” ▶️ 00:08:39
- Modest DC fast-charging ceiling of 100 kW on base models „Charging, that tops out at 100 kW depending on the battery. It's not class leading, but it's absolutely enough for a car like this” ▶️ 00:10:38
🎯 Verdict: The Volkswagen ID. Polo is an absolute triumph that rights past software and ergonomic wrongs with tactile buttons, class-leading cargo space, and pure heritage charm.
👤 Battery Life
📅 18.04.2026
⏱️ 9:21 min
👁️ 5.181 vizualizări
💬 41 comentarii
⭐ +0.3/2
TL;DR Summary: After a two-week, 1,500 km test, the reviewer praises the Renault 5's chic looks, Android Automotive system, and one-touch ADAS shortcut, but expresses strong disappointment with its poor highway efficiency, subpar range, and severely cramped rear seats.
Key Pros 👍
- Brilliant double-click button to restore custom ADAS settings „What I love the most is this button here. This is the assist button and you can save in the infotainment system all of your settings for your assist system... when you press this button twice, all of your settings are being restored and that's just amazing.” ▶️ 00:01:48
- Smooth Google-based Android Automotive infotainment „I also love Android Automotive that runs in here. That means we have a lot of apps that you can install, Spotify, YouTube Music and so on. But Android Auto still works... We have of course Google Maps in here.” ▶️ 00:02:19
- Dedicated physical climate switches „I love there's an extra section for the climate, but there are still buttons down here for the climate like the temperature, air flow, where does the air flow go? Um and then defrosting and stuff and off. I like that.” ▶️ 00:02:46
- Well-calibrated adaptive cruise control and steering assist „The cruise control adjustment and how it feels really good... And the steering assist works really good... And it works great on the country road as well.” ▶️ 00:03:02
- Practical front-left charge port placement for garage parking „What I like is that the charge port is on the front left... You leave more space on the left since you want to get out of there... That means there's a bit more space on the left, so you have more space to plug in.” ▶️ 00:07:43
Key Cons 👎
- Excessive high-speed energy consumption and disappointing highway range „What I was totally disappointed about with this car was the range and the consumption... at 130, the consumption was really high. My range only at 183 km and it with 130 km/h.” ▶️ 00:06:48
- Severely cramped rear seats unusable for adults „The space on the rear seats is really for nothing. I mean, a grown-up, when there's a grown-up sitting in front, cannot sit back there for longer than a few minutes. It's just horrible.” ▶️ 00:05:34
- Small boot without underfloor storage and lack of a frunk „The same for the trunk. There's not even a second floor. There's a subwoofer in there and it needs all the space. And there is no frunk.” ▶️ 00:06:01
- Overcrowded steering column with three separate stalks „The three stalks on the right side of the steering wheel, you have to get used to it a bit... It's a bit much, but it's not horrible.” ▶️ 00:05:07
- Suffered an unexpected breakdown during the testing period „After 2 weeks around 1500 km and breaking down once, I have a bit of an opinion of the Renault 5.” ▶️ 00:00:01
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 is an appealing city EV with outstanding Google infotainment, but its high highway consumption, cramped rear quarters, and limited packaging compromise its long-distance practicality.
👤 Electrifying
📅 17.04.2026
⏱️ 19:19 min
👁️ 52.867 vizualizări
💬 267 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: In a direct comparison with its Nissan Micra platform twin, the Renault 5 stands out with superior retro aesthetics, a higher-character interior, engaging dynamics, and more attractive PCP finance deals.
Key Pros 👍
- Charismatic and funky retro exterior styling that looks substantially cooler than its twin „I've got a much nicer-looking rear in my humble opinion. I've got sporty lights again. Nice little number five at the back there. Just very stylish-looking bum, I think.” ▶️ 00:03:43
- Thoughtful, high-character interior with Google built-in infotainment and physical climate controls „Many sticks, but it's a beautiful layout and everything works really well. You've got your wireless charging here. You've got a nice little Renault 5 image” ▶️ 00:05:16
- Engaging handling and energetic chuckability on twisting B-roads without feeling harsh „This feels more sprightly, stronger chuckability but yet it is the same.” ▶️ 00:15:43
- More competitive in-house finance rates resulting in lower monthly PCP payments „So 600 pound more but with Renault financing at 6.9% APR, a PCP would set you back 348 pound a month for the same 8,000 miles a year over 36 months and 1,500 quid down.” ▶️ 00:17:38
Key Cons 👎
- Extremely cramped rear passenger space with compromised legroom and knee positioning „I have to say, in the back, it is very tight. Well, you're very tall. Yeah, but I don't feel like I could go any distance in here at all. I feel like I'm like if I sit behind you, Yeah. I can't my knees are actually up near my chest.” ▶️ 00:06:12
- No front luggage trunk (frunk) despite the dedicated EV architecture „Oh, and neither of them have frunks because they're front-wheel drive, obviously.” ▶️ 00:04:31
- Initial launch models lacked steering wheel regenerative braking paddles „Why isn't it in the Renault 5 now then? Um I just don't think they quite had the software right when they first released the Renault 5.” ▶️ 00:11:37
🎯 Verdict: Between the badge-engineered platform twins, the Renault 5 easily eclipses the Nissan Micra thanks to its charismatic retro styling, charming interior details, sprightly driving feel, and more competitive monthly financing rates, even if rear passenger space remains notably cramped.
👤 What Car?
📅 15.04.2026
⏱️ 33:47 min
👁️ 253.516 vizualizări
💬 623 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: The Renault 5 faces off against the MG4 Urban and Hyundai Inster to test if it can maintain its title as the undisputed small EV champion.
Key Pros 👍
- Stunning design and acclaimed overall quality „hardly surprising because it is objectively a brilliant car. And just look at it. It's been the undisputed class champion for more than a year now” ▶️ 00:00:14
- Solid range with the 52 kWh battery pack „you get the bigger 52 kW usable capacity battery and a range of 252 mi.” ▶️ 00:02:04
Key Cons 👎
- Tough competition offering more space or lower prices „this is the new MG4 Urban, which is much bigger, but costs about the same... and it's time to take another look at the Hyundai Inster... it's now massively cheaper.” ▶️ 00:00:24
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 remains the benchmark small EV to beat, though rivals present serious challenges on price and space.
👤 Driving Enthusiast
📅 05.04.2026
⏱️ 31:15 min
👁️ 37.055 vizualizări
💬 137 comentarii
⭐ +1.2/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer conducts an exhaustive real-world range and dynamics test of the Hyundai Inster Extended Range, achieving 300.8 km and praising its agile dynamics, clever packaging, and physical buttons, while criticizing its steep Australian pricing against Chinese rivals.
Key Pros 👍
- Clever space efficiency and airy forward visibility „Even though it's got tiny proportions on the outside, they've made good use of the dimensions inside. The windscreen is pushed all the way forward, so it's kind of like a classic Mini. And that just provides heaps of freedom” ▶️ 00:02:14
- Highly flexible sliding and reclining split rear seats „Quite cleverly, the rear bench does slide on rails, and individually as well. It's not just one single bench. So, you could slide one side forward a little bit if you're just carrying one passenger in the back.” ▶️ 00:11:06
- Fun and sure-footed handling dynamics on winding roads „It definitely feels fun and agile. It's got that characteristic of a small little city car like this despite having, you know, a slightly heavier curb weight... Very controlled, very smooth.” ▶️ 00:24:12
- Abundance of physical climate controls and ergonomic ease „So it's also great you've got a proper climate control panel here, lots of physical buttons. I think that's awesome. Fan adjustment, and they've designed it really cleverly as well” ▶️ 00:04:20
- Respectable mixed-cycle real-world energy efficiency „I've covered 300.8 km and averaged 15.3 kWh per 100 km. Decent average, actually, for an EV, especially one that's, you know, it's not a super aerodynamic package” ▶️ 00:29:34
Key Cons 👎
- High purchase price compared to larger Chinese electric rivals „Look, you can get other Chinese models that offer more range or more power and more space inside for roughly the same price or actually less than the price of this... I think Hyundai's kind of priced itself out of the market a little bit” ▶️ 00:13:45
- Intrusive driver monitoring that re-activates disabled driver assists „if the driver monitoring camera picks up distraction too much, then it turns everything back on. So, it'll turn the lane keep assist back on because it thinks you're being distracted. Which I find a little bit annoying.” ▶️ 00:03:26
- Limited suspension stroke and bobbing ride over harsh bumps „There's not heaps of suspension stroke as in the wheels don't move that much before it sort of doesn't bottom me out, but yeah, you can feel that it is getting towards the end of its range on bumpy surfaces” ▶️ 00:23:48
- Lacks 360-degree surround view camera at this price point „There's only a standard rearview camera, so it doesn't come with the clever surround view systems that you do see in some rivals priced a little bit lower than this.” ▶️ 00:18:52
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster is a brilliantly packaged, characterful, and fun urban runabout with solid real-world range, but its steep asking price makes it tough to justify against larger competitors.
👤 Battery Life
📅 03.04.2026
⏱️ 11:55 min
👁️ 9.483 vizualizări
💬 22 comentarii
⭐ +1.2/2
TL;DR Summary: Battery Life tests the Renault 5 E-Tech 150 hp with the 52 kWh battery on German roads, highlighting its remarkable Autobahn acoustic refinement, intuitive Android Automotive software, and handy ADAS shortcut button. Drawbacks include severely restricted rear seat space, no frunk or underfloor cable storage, and a somewhat firm ride over urban bumps.
Key Pros 👍
- Remarkable cabin quietness and acoustic insulation at high Autobahn speeds „And for the car, for the size, the price, it's really nice and quiet... the quietness in here is really remarkable.” ▶️ 00:10:20
- Convenient double-tap physical shortcut button to toggle custom ADAS safety presets „Number one here on the left side is your personal assist. You can If you press it, you switch between my safety perso all safety on, which is so cool. You have to press it twice. And then everything you saved for your assist system will be taken care of” ▶️ 00:04:36
- Native Android Automotive operating system featuring seamless embedded Google Maps „Then, your map, Google Maps, because we have Android Automotive in here. Your assist system or your speed can be in the middle like this.” ▶️ 00:06:36
- Brisk straight-line acceleration from the 150 hp motor completing 0-100 km/h in 8.45 seconds on winter tires „We got 8.45 seconds on winter tires. That's okay.” ▶️ 00:09:51
Key Cons 👎
- Severely cramped rear footwell and legroom making adult seating practically impossible „And I cannot put my feet underneath this seat when it's all the way down, so I have the the driver has to put the seat up. My foot is now crooked and my other foot is on the other side. There's no space at all for a grown-up here in the back” ▶️ 00:03:00
- Total lack of second-row amenities with no air vents, USB charging ports, or central armrest „There's a little pocket here. We have window opening. We have no air vents. I don't see any USB-C charging. I don't see anything. And no armrest.” ▶️ 00:03:20
- Subwoofer occupies the underfloor boot cavity leaving no dedicated space for charging cables „But, for example, the charging cables are here in the trunk because the second floor here there's a subwoofer in there, there's no space at all. And there is no frunk.” ▶️ 00:02:26
- Firm and bumpy suspension tuning over city bumps and imperfections „The Renault 5 drives not extremely comfortable, that's not what it's for, but it's also not mega go-kart feeling and mega uncomfortable like the the Mini Cooper. Um so, I prefer that, but it's still bumpy.” ▶️ 00:08:27
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech successfully pairs retro aesthetic charm with modern engineering, delivering impressive Autobahn acoustic calm, intuitive Google software, and lively 150 hp powertrain response, even though tightly compromised rear seating and a firm ride limit its practicality for larger families.
👤 Adrian on cars
📅 21.03.2026
⏱️ 24:44 min
👁️ 5.458 vizualizări
💬 17 comentarii
⭐ +0.7/2
TL;DR Summary: While evaluating the Volkswagen ID. Polo prototype, the reviewer highlights the Renault 5 as its prime European rival, praising the Renault 5 for its chic styling while noting it compromises on interior and trunk space.
Key Pros 👍
- Chic and highly attractive exterior styling „And yeah, the Renault 5 might be a chic for example” ▶️ 00:21:48
- Key benchmark in the emerging European small EV segment „Way bigger than in a Renault 5 for example which which is going to be the main competitor of this car on the market.” ▶️ 00:21:36
Key Cons 👎
- Compromised interior room and smaller boot volume than new rivals „the Renault 5 might be a chic for example, but it lacks a bit of interior space. It's going to be a matter of taste.” ▶️ 00:21:48
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 is acknowledged as a stylish and chic European benchmark, though noticeably tighter on interior and trunk capacity than more utility-focused newcomers.
👤 carwow
📅 17.02.2026
⏱️ 20:54 min
👁️ 796.614 vizualizări
💬 1.900 comentarii
⭐ +1.5/2
TL;DR Summary: Mat Watson regards the standard Renault 5 as one of his favorite electric cars ever, praising its design, ergonomics, and agile driving dynamics so highly that the expensive Alpine A290 version barely justifies its price premium.
Key Pros 👍
- One of the best modern electric cars to drive and live with „This car is actually based on one of my favorite electric cars ever made, the new Renault 5.” ▶️ 00:00:33
- Exceptional value compared to pricey performance spin-offs „I would just get the normal Renault 5 cuz it's so blumming good.” ▶️ 00:20:30
- Superb city agility and tight turning circle „And just like the Renault 5, you have an insanely tight turning circle. It's so good, it's like 10.2 m.” ▶️ 00:17:51
- Superior daily practicality with cup holders and pleasant steering wheel „Alpine, why have you made this car less usable than the Renault 5? It's a mistake.” ▶️ 00:08:08
Key Cons 👎
- Very cramped rear seats and tight footwells „Suffers all the same problems as the Renault 5, surprise, surprise. So, head room's tight, knee room's even tighter, and foot well's even tighter still.” ▶️ 00:15:21
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 is an absolute triumph of compact EV design and handling, making the standard version the smarter and more practical purchase over faster spin-offs.
👤 What Car?
📅 01.02.2026
⏱️ 18:14 min
👁️ 256.280 vizualizări
💬 532 comentarii
⭐ +1.7/2
TL;DR Summary: What Car? pits the Renault 5 E-Tech directly against its platform-sharing twin, the Nissan Micra EV, concluding that while both share identical running gear and tight rear seats, the Renault 5 is the clear victor thanks to superior retro styling, better predicted residual values, and a substantially lower grant-adjusted price.
Key Pros 👍
- Exceptional ride and handling balance that feels mature and composed „It doesn't just have a comfortable ride or very sharp handling. It has a really great ride and handling balance. So, it just feels like a bigger, more grown-up car” ▶️ 00:09:37
- Class-leading Google-powered infotainment with responsive maps and voice assistant „this infotainment system is without doubt the best in the class... Google Maps for your navigation... Google voice assistant” ▶️ 00:05:14
- Significantly cheaper purchase price with full £3,750 EV grant eligibility „the Renault 5's list price is more than £2,000 cheaper than the Micra... qualifies for the full £3,750 grant” ▶️ 00:15:36
- Tactile physical climate control buttons retained below touchscreen „You also get physical controls for the air conditioning. We're always big fans of those.” ▶️ 00:05:30
- Higher predicted 3-year resale values than its sibling „predicted to hold on to its value better than the Micro” ▶️ 00:15:57
Key Cons 👎
- Extremely cramped rear passenger legroom and headroom „The rear seats in these cars are equally terrible... knee room is pretty much non-existent and headroom's not great either” ▶️ 00:08:02
- Lacks regenerative steering paddles and true one-pedal driving mode „In the micro, you can even use them to trigger a one pedal driving mode... something that you can't currently get with the Renault 5” ▶️ 00:06:40
- Audible electric motor whine noticeable during motorway cruising „there's a bit more motor whine in the Renault 5... particularly when you're doing 50, 60, 70 mph on the motorway” ▶️ 00:11:16
- Steering wheel rim can partially obscure driver instrument display „digital driver display behind the steering wheel can be blocked by the top of the rim” ▶️ 00:04:57
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 and Nissan Micra share brilliant fundamentals, but the Renault 5 wins decisively due to greater visual charm, lower purchase costs, and superior residual value.
👤 Jezza Reads
📅 30.01.2026
⏱️ 8:29 min
👁️ 1.144 vizualizări
💬 0 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: Jeremy Clarkson awards the Renault 5 E-Tech 4 out of 5 stars, admitting that despite his skepticism toward EVs, its sensational retro styling, Volkswagen-grade build quality, natural throttle response, and accessible price give European carmakers real hope against Chinese rivals.
Key Pros 👍
- Captivating retro styling with immense public appeal „what Renault has done with the 5 is launch an allnew mood of the-moment electric car that looks like one of its greatest hits from the 70s... everyone of a certain age wherever I went stopped to gently wet themselves with excitement when I drove by.” ▶️ 00:02:27
- Remarkably affordable entry price „First things first, it's surprisingly inexpensive. Prices start at £22,995.” ▶️ 00:03:31
- Solid, Volkswagen-like build quality and composure „No, actually, the quality is really very excellent. It's actually feels quite Volkswageny, especially when you drive it... over the bumps it doesn't feel like something about to fall off” ▶️ 00:04:11
- Smooth, progressive power delivery resembling a proper engine „unlike all the batterypowered cars I've driven in the past, it doesn't set off like a scalded cat and then half a second later after it's given you whiplash delivers nothing much at all. This drives as if it has a proper engine.” ▶️ 00:04:26
- Physical climate knobs and quick ADAS mute button „Renault has fitted a button that if you press it twice turns all the noises off. And there was even more to like about the inside... the fact that the heating and ventilation are controlled by knobs, not a touchscreen.” ▶️ 00:05:20
Key Cons 👎
- No combustion petrol engine variant available „The only real downside of this car is that while there is a very zippy Alpine version, it's not available with a petrol engine” ▶️ 00:06:10
- Cramped rear legroom and seat space „plus the fact that it's quite cramped in the back.” ▶️ 00:06:17
🎯 Verdict: Awarded four out of five stars by Jeremy Clarkson, the Renault 5 E-Tech proves that European heritage, build quality, and accessible pricing can create a truly desirable electric car.
👤 Car and Driving - Car Reviews
📅 16.01.2026
⏱️ 6:51 min
👁️ 18.980 vizualizări
💬 28 comentarii
⭐ +0.6/2
TL;DR Summary: While primarily reviewing the Hyundai Inster, the reviewer highlights the Renault 5 as a key benchmark and rival that successfully leverages its rich heritage and retro design.
Key Pros 👍
- Rich back catalog and iconic retro design inspiration „Unlike rivals Renault and Fiat, Hyundai can't call on a back catalog of classic small models from which to inspire retro design” ▶️ 00:02:24
Key Cons 👎
- Faces tough competition from quirky and practical new rivals in the small EV segment „It certainly shows that a small electric car could be a slightly more interesting proposition than you might first have thought.” ▶️ 00:05:56
🎯 Verdict: Acknowledged as an appealing retro-inspired benchmark in the emerging small EV segment against modern non-retro rivals like the Inster.
👤 Spark and Plugged
📅 04.01.2026
⏱️ 22:23 min
👁️ 23.871 vizualizări
💬 82 comentarii
⭐ +1.1/2
TL;DR Summary: An owner and mechanic conducts a detailed underside inspection of the Renault 5 E-Tech after 7,000 miles, praising its sophisticated multi-link rear suspension, beefy 25mm anti-roll bars, and even tire wear, while critiquing rusty driveshafts, loose undertray clips, and poor factory rust proofing.
Key Pros 👍
- Sophisticated multi-link rear suspension with substantial 25mm anti-roll bars „It's a quite a complex little setup actually. It's got a tie rod there... There's three bars linking the rear end, which is nice... 25 mil rear anti-roll bar. She's a stiff girl.” ▶️ 00:02:58
- Remarkably even tire tread wear across all four corners after 7,000 miles „The interesting thing with the wheels, um, the tread wear incredibly even front to back, left to right. Tread wear very, very even.” ▶️ 00:20:01
- Full flat underbody aerodynamic floor with cleanly integrated battery casing „It's a full flat floor. You can see the battery pack inside it. It's all very as you would expect for an EV... boxed in and aerodynamic.” ▶️ 00:06:05
- Straightforward mechanical serviceability for suspension struts and springs „Springs. I would say it would be very, very easy to change the springs on these, which is a good thing” ▶️ 00:05:19
Key Cons 👎
- Premature surface corrosion appearing on front driveshafts after only seven months „an already completely rusted drive shaft. What I did find interesting about this is I'm used to gearboxes that just turns in a really smooth linear way.” ▶️ 00:05:34
- Loose undertray turn-clips and poor factory anti-seize application on hubs and bolts „There was absolutely no anti-seas on either of the faces of the discs or the wheel nuts... I've tightened up all of these weird little turn clips that weren't even remotely tight” ▶️ 00:01:04
- Undertray design creates gravel traps and leaves sill jacking points exposed to road salt „We've very much got a gravel trap. That needs to be sorted. I don't like that... sills are exposed here around the jacking points at the back and at the front.” ▶️ 00:06:23
- Rear brake discs suffer from lack of use due to regenerative braking „You'll see a lot of people complaining that the rear brakes don't work because of regenerative braking and bits and pieces like that. I can confirm these rear brakes have done very, very, very, very little.” ▶️ 00:01:47
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 features impressively robust suspension architecture and even chassis wear, but requires aftermarket underbody rust protection to address cost-cutting on factory coatings and fasteners.
👤 Electrifying
📅 03.01.2026
⏱️ 14:38 min
👁️ 207.676 vizualizări
💬 1.000 comentarii
⭐ +1.8/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer is thoroughly impressed by the electric VW Polo (ID.2), praising Volkswagen for listening to customer feedback by returning to physical buttons, while delivering class-leading boot space and a refined, comfortable ride.
Key Pros 👍
- Welcome return of tactile physical buttons and knobs „Because they listened. Because Volkswagen took on board the issues that they've had for the last few years and they've gone, 'Okay, yeah, we got it wrong, so let's fix it.' So, we have buttons. We have knobs.” ▶️ 00:03:18
- Enormous class-leading boot space „This is probably the biggest boot I've ever seen in a car of this size. This is 435 L of space. Absolutely blooming huge.” ▶️ 00:01:54
- Remarkably roomy rear passenger accommodation „Bearing in mind this is a polo. This is smaller than an ID3. It's the same size as a Reno5. When I'm in a Rena5, my knees are up to my tits. But no, here... This is very spacious.” ▶️ 00:08:07
- Quiet, smooth, and refined ride quality „You are getting a few lumps and bumps and it's kind of sailing over them with no problems whatsoever. There's no kind of rattling around the cabin. Everything feels sort of calm and quiet.” ▶️ 00:11:18
- Delightful retro graphic themes and digital cassette player „All on here on your dials all goes like to an old old VW like old old Polo... That is a proper digital cassette player. That will take you back.” ▶️ 00:05:50
Key Cons 👎
- Long wait for the production model since concept reveal „I mean, we think back to the ID2 concept, and that was what, three years ago, four years ago. Why did this take them so long? We've waited a long time for this thing.” ▶️ 00:13:50
- Subwoofer eats into underfloor storage space „this car actually comes with the Harman Carden subwoofer, so it eats into the under boot space a little bit” ▶️ 00:02:06
- Base battery capacity is relatively small „A 37 kWh battery, which is smaller than the smaller battery in the Renault 5, but still perfectly fine.” ▶️ 00:02:36
🎯 Verdict: Volkswagen listened to customer criticism and nailed the brief, creating a spacious, well-priced, and refreshingly intuitive electric hatchback with proper physical controls.
👤 Schaufuss TV - International Edition
📅 10.12.2025
⏱️ 29:45 min
👁️ 9.035 vizualizări
💬 59 comentarii
⭐ +8.8/2
TL;DR Summary: In this thorough driver assistance and technology benchmark against the Hyundai Inster, the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric stands out as light years ahead in software, styling, and ADAS execution. While rear passenger accommodation is tighter and lane centering requires 60 km/h to initially lock on, its class-leading Google OpenR Link system, capacitive steering wheel, and predictive speed adaptation make it a far superior modern EV.
Key Pros 👍
- Advanced predictive speed adjustment responds automatically to road curvature, roundabouts, and speed limits „In the Renault 5, the car automatically adjusts its speed to both the current speed limits and the course of the road, even at low speeds. This means that it reduces the speed before reaching a zone with a lower limit, and that it also reduces the speed itself in, for example, roundabouts.” ▶️ 00:27:37
- Best-in-class Google Android Automotive infotainment with superior route planning and voice control „on software and assistance systems, the Renault is light years ahead. At least if you look at the techno and Iconic models, both of which use the Googlebased Android Automotive. And although route planning in the Insta can both show arrival state of charge and calculate charging stops, it is no match for the Googlebased system in the Renault 5. And when we talk about voice assistance, well, the Renaults is bestin-class” ▶️ 00:27:41
- Capacitive touch-sensitive steering wheel avoids annoying phantom hands-off warnings „The Renault 5, which costs about the same as this car at the same trim level, it does have a touch sensor in the steering wheel.” ▶️ 00:07:21
- Safe emergency response sequence brings vehicle to a controlled halt if the driver is unresponsive „The better systems, they try, for example, to break a little, maybe step a little hard on the brake to wake me up and give a little jolt to the car. And then if I still don't react, well, they reduce the speed off the car and then turn on the hazard lights... the Renault 5, it delivers what it's supposed to. It does it the right way.” ▶️ 00:20:16
- Class-leading battery range among small city-focused electric cars „It can also be had with a range of up to 370 km, which so far has only been surpassed by the Renault 5 when we're talking about small electric cars.” ▶️ 00:25:38
- Striking retro-modern exterior styling that easily outshines boxier rivals „on the design front, the Renault 5 is a clear winner” ▶️ 00:27:40
Key Cons 👎
- Tighter rear legroom and cabin headroom compared to boxier competitors „And when it comes to practicality and spaciousness, the Insta actually beats the Renault 5 in my opinion. There is better headroom in the cabin and the possibility of much better space for rear seat passengers.” ▶️ 00:27:30
- Auto-steering lane centering cannot be initiated at speeds below 60 km/h „the auto steering in the Renault 5 can't be activated when you're only driving 40 kmh. You have to be going 60 kmh before it will like lock onto the lane.” ▶️ 00:24:34
- Inability to maintain lane centering in narrow 2-meter construction lanes „Narrow lanes are typically experienced in connection with road works where one or more of the lanes can be down to only 2 m wide and not all assistants can handle it... For example, the Renault 5, which I have mentioned a few times, well, it can't handle very narrow lanes.” ▶️ 00:12:02
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech Electric sets the benchmark in the compact EV segment with exceptional design, cutting-edge Google software, and predictive ADAS, despite tighter rear-seat space and a 60 km/h initial engagement threshold for lane centering.
👤 Tim & Kat's Green Walk
📅 26.10.2025
⏱️ 20:21 min
👁️ 5.810 vizualizări
💬 72 comentarii
⭐ +1.5/2
TL;DR Summary: Tim and Cat test drive the Hyundai Inster at the Everything Electric show, coming away impressed by its proper one-pedal driving, cavernous headroom, tactile physical controls, and Honda Jazz-style sliding seat versatility, though noting notable body roll around corners and a vertically narrow infotainment screen.
Key Pros 👍
- True one-pedal driving (i-Pedal) with paddle-adjustable regenerative levels down to a complete halt „proper one pedal driving... five level of regen and um we've got these little paddles here... it's very strong... completely stopped without touching the brake pedal” ▶️ 00:01:59
- Exceptional interior headroom and legroom despite narrow exterior dimensions „The head height is ridiculous... maybe 4 in above my head, which is way more than I would need... acres of space here... tons of space” ▶️ 00:04:09
- Ingenious sliding and fully fold-flat rear seats delivering outstanding cargo flexibility „the seats fold all the way flat like they used to do in the Honda Jazz that we had... you can actually move the seats really far forwards if you want lots of boot space or really far back if you want lots of rear seat space” ▶️ 00:14:26
- Abundant, satisfyingly tactile physical buttons for climate controls and steering wheel „we've got all physical buttons for climate control, which is really nice... There's a very definite press to them. They're really nice. Tactile.” ▶️ 00:10:55
- Responsive instant torque making urban gap-shooting and overtakes effortless „this is certainly significantly nippier than the than the Honda Jazz ever was. And of course, you've got the the instant torque of an electric motor. So, the pulling out in gaps is always something that you can be confident of” ▶️ 00:07:49
Key Cons 👎
- Noticeable cornering body roll compared to lower-slung rivals like the Renault 5 „the ride is not as, shall we say, stable as the Renault 5 that we drove a little while back... bit of a bit more body roll. It's kind of what you'd expect for a quite a tall car like this” ▶️ 00:09:03
- Center infotainment display is relatively narrow in vertical height „that screen is really small... It's very wide, but it's not very tall” ▶️ 00:04:50
- Hyper-sensitive driver attention monitoring system sounds frequent warnings „I've got to keep my eyes on the road cuz if I don't, it will blink at me telling me that uh my eyes are not on the road... It's complaining that I'm not looking at the at the road again cuz I'm looking at the screen” ▶️ 00:01:26
- Driving dynamics lack the agility and sheer fun factor of the Renault 5 „it's probably not quite as fun to drive as certainly the Renault 5, which we've we've talked about loads... it isn't quite there” ▶️ 00:19:24
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster is an exceptionally clever, spacious, and easy-to-maneuver small EV with class-leading one-pedal driving and versatile seating, even if its tall proportions mean more body roll than the Renault 5.
👤 Sporty Mechanics
📅 16.10.2025
⏱️ 49:41 min
👁️ 2.146 vizualizări
💬 1 comentarii
⭐ +1.2/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer introduces the Renault 5 E-Tech equipped with the smaller 40 kWh battery and 120 hp motor, highlighting its affordability and attractive design ahead of a complete range test.
Key Pros 👍
- Affordable entry pricing „I chose the 120 horsepower small battery version for you, which is the most affordable option.” ▶️ 00:00:41
- Attractive exterior design in white „Anyway, in white like this, it stands out. And I admit that I told you I liked white. And well, I confirm it. I really like this white” ▶️ 00:02:07
Key Cons 👎
- Noticeable loss in range compared to the 52 kWh battery „12 kwatt hours may not sound like much, but in a small car, it adds 100 km of range. It can make a difference” ▶️ 00:01:28
🎯 Verdict: The 120 hp Renault 5 with the 40 kWh battery serves as an appealing and stylish urban electric car that significantly lowers the cost of entry.
👤 HubNut
📅 14.09.2025
⏱️ 45:10 min
👁️ 76.228 vizualizări
💬 1.100 comentarii
⭐ +1.5/2
TL;DR Summary: Ian Seabrook from HubNut undertakes a 370-mile road trip from Wales to Edinburgh in the Hyundai Inster 02, concluding that it devours motorway miles with shocking refinement, great i-Pedal regeneration, and clever packaging, despite pesky nanny assists and flaky public chargers.
Key Pros 👍
- Exceptional long-distance ride comfort, composure, and quietness „this is just lovely to cover miles in. It's a small car with torque. It's what I've always dreamt of... We've done like 370 mi today... and it's been awesome. It's just eats up the miles so well in a way small cars usually don't” ▶️ 00:19:58
- Well-executed i-Pedal one-pedal driving system „I like it in ipedal mode. That means that when you start lifting off the throttle, the motor turns into um a generator and actually starts putting energy back into the battery... will come to a complete stop just with your use of the throttle pedal.” ▶️ 00:05:07
- Surprising rear legroom and versatile sliding seat bench „Look at the leg room. So, this is behind me. And, uh, there's an insane amount of space. Really, really impressive... Now, the seat does move, so I can give myself less space.” ▶️ 00:25:58
- Useful domestic 13A Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) cabin socket „we've actually got a plug-in charger down here as well. So, this is a full 13 amp output V2L they call it. Vehicle to load.” ▶️ 00:28:22
- Solid real-world road trip efficiency yielding 160-170 miles range „Got the economy up to 4.4. So quite pleased with that... still realistically you should probably say that the Hyundai Insta 49 kWh has a realistic range of 160 170 mi” ▶️ 00:18:01
Key Cons 👎
- Frustrating and repetitive driver-assistance alert chimes „Every time I start a journey in this car, I have to mute the speed limit system cuz it's always wrong... and you have to turn off the lane departure which comes back on... If you're fitting safety systems that people immediately want to turn off, that suggests they're no good.” ▶️ 00:11:24
- Public rapid charging infrastructure unreliability and high costs „there are four chargers and this one's unavailable... That's two chargers we've connected to so far, and neither of them have worked. That's not ideal, is it?” ▶️ 00:23:12
- Awkward headrest angle pushes neck unnaturally forward „always a problem on modern cars. I find the head restraint kind of forces my head forward. I can't have my head as far back as I want to really shove my shoulders into the seat.” ▶️ 00:06:18
- Lack of functioning wireless Android Auto connectivity „I haven't got the um wireless Android Auto working yet. It only works when I plug my phone into the car. And the problem with doing that is I then can't plug the microphone in to talk to you.” ▶️ 00:19:43
- Very limited luggage capacity with rear seats pushed back „otherwise, the boot is pretty tiny. There is an area under there for your cables, but as you can see, I can't be bothered to put the cables away properly.” ▶️ 00:26:45
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster proves itself as a genuinely capable and refined long-distance grand tourer in a pint-sized footprint, hindered only by mandated nanny tech and UK public charging hassles.
👤 JR Car Reviews
📅 11.09.2025
⏱️ 24:12 min
👁️ 15.814 vizualizări
💬 31 comentarii
⭐ +1.4/2
TL;DR Summary: A real-world 280 km highway range evaluation across Croatia in the 52 kWh Renault 5 confirms a realistic 280-300 km motorway capability at 110-120 km/h and rapid 96 kW DC charging. Drawbacks include driver seat fatigue on long stints, erratic digital cluster range predictions on hills, and high consumption at sustained 130 km/h speeds.
Key Pros 👍
- Completed a genuine 280 km nonstop highway journey with 6% battery remaining „we've have arrived with 6% of battery and 33 km range to spare... I think this car, if you're driving according to speed limits, could make uh just barely 300 kilometer trip when it's nice and warm.” ▶️ 00:15:47
- Impressive DC rapid charging performance achieving 96 kW peak and replenishing 44% to 80% in 16 minutes „Oh, we're getting 96 kilowatts. That's impressive. 95. It's probably not going to be uh too long at this uh charge rate, but we are pulling almost 100, which is max of this car. So, here it says we're going to be at 80% in 16 minutes, guys.” ▶️ 00:21:48
- Highly reliable arrival state of charge prediction from the native Google Maps navigation „I was a bit skeptical when I saw this estimates on the computer but uh it looks like the uh Google Maps computer is reliable. Uh so not this one on the digital cockpit but one on the infotainment display.” ▶️ 00:15:19
- Composed and engaging high-speed chassis stability through motorway sweeping curves „Now, uh, this car really shines on open road. It drives great, especially if there's, uh, bends and there's no traffic, so you can speed uh, a little bit.” ▶️ 00:14:48
Key Cons 👎
- Seat cushioning and non-height-adjustable lumbar support cause fatigue on long driving sessions „seats are solid, but I'm getting some butt pain. Um, I'm just a tall person, you know, and if I'm sitting in lower position, it's just the seats really need to be super comfortable... Also, lumbar is good, but you can't adjust the height. You can just it's on the one spot and you can't adjust it. So, little back pain as well” ▶️ 00:14:00
- Driver instrument cluster range readout fluctuates wildly based on instantaneous gradient changes „So, the more I keep watching the trip computer, it just uh keeps dropping the range uh when I go uphill, when I go downhill, it keeps increasing it completely uh unreliable.” ▶️ 00:06:34
- Instrument cluster blanks out remaining distance figures once the battery level drops below 5% „there is no range below 5% on this display.” ▶️ 00:17:49
- Cruising at continuous 130 km/h speeds pushes consumption up to 20 kWh/100km, necessitating a recharge stop „spending 20 kilow. Now the first leg we're spending around 15, 17, 16, and now 20... Of course, if I was driving 130 the whole time, uh I wouldn't make it.” ▶️ 00:10:45
🎯 Verdict: The 52 kWh Renault 5 proves itself as a remarkably capable road-tripper, achieving an authentic 280-300 km summer highway range backed by rapid 96 kW DC charging and accurate Google routing, though long-haul seat ergonomics and an erratic digital gauge readout present mild limitations.
👤 JR Car Reviews
📅 10.09.2025
⏱️ 28:33 min
👁️ 16.391 vizualizări
💬 46 comentarii
⭐ +1.5/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer is hugely impressed by the Renault 5 Iconic (150 hp), praising its playful retro styling, go-kart-like agility, compliant ride over bumps, and punchy acceleration, while noting the lack of true one-pedal stopping and cramped rear seating.
Key Pros 👍
- Go-kart-like agile handling with sharp steering and low center of gravity „Such an amazing car. It's a little go-kart. It's nice and fast... The handling is amazing. The sharpness of the steering is amazing as well.” ▶️ 00:05:10
- Exceptionally supple ride that absorbs rough road imperfections „suspension is nice and comfy. Uh it is soaking up the imperfections very nicely... Barely noticeable.” ▶️ 00:06:14
- Charming retro styling with playful lighting details „if I unlock the car, you can see headlight dance and there's a little wink wink. A really cool detail... the cool retro style is just an amazing design-wise.” ▶️ 00:00:31
- Punchy 150 hp powertrain with instant electric response „150 horsepower in this car is a lot. It's again not a too heavy EV. Uh, it's instant torque. It's very nippy and it's just such a fun car to drive.” ▶️ 00:10:53
Key Cons 👎
- Absence of true one-pedal driving to a complete stop „you need to press the brake in order to fully stop. So, it doesn't stop when you release the accelerator. It just keeps going forward... I do prefer full one pedal driving, but this doesn't have that.” ▶️ 00:05:34
- Cramped rear legroom behind taller front passengers „it doesn't have really too much interior space on the back seat, especially if a tall person sitting on the front.” ▶️ 00:09:03
- Bulky windshield sensor casing creates forward visibility blind spots „Same problem with all Renault cars is this plastic around the camera. It's just a huge blind spot for the traffic light.” ▶️ 00:07:54
🎯 Verdict: A brilliant, stylish, and amazingly fun electric city hatchback that feels like a modern go-kart while delivering remarkable suspension comfort.
👤 Two Dead Center
📅 05.09.2025
⏱️ 15:26 min
👁️ 279.857 vizualizări
💬 1.200 comentarii
⭐ +1.2/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewers thoroughly enjoyed daily driving the Renault 5, praising its faithful retro styling, comfortable denim-trimmed interior, physical climate buttons, and chuckable handling, while criticizing cramped rear legroom and public charging reliance.
Key Pros 👍
- Spot-on retro design that stays true to hatchback proportions „The whole thing with manufacturers going, 'Okay, they don't like electric cars. Why don't we make them retro? It's working. It works on me.'” ▶️ 00:01:00
- Exceptionally comfortable seats and retro-styled interior „These might be one of the most comfortable seats I've sat in. They're so nice.” ▶️ 00:02:15
- Intuitive physical buttons for climate control „Thankfully, lots of modern cars have all got their air con controls on the touchscreen... but a row of buttons. I can turn them off, change the temperature, fan speed” ▶️ 00:07:54
- Agile, responsive, and chuckable driving dynamics with instant torque „It is actually very It's not a very journalisty term, but it's chuckable. You can really throw it around.” ▶️ 00:05:41
Key Cons 👎
- Severely restricted rear passenger space and legroom „I can't actually I can't put my foot in. I'm not joking. I can't I can't turn my foot... back seats not not so great.” ▶️ 00:06:24
- Unappealing aerodynamic wheel design on mid-spec trims „I will say this, I hate these wheels with my heart soul. They're not great.” ▶️ 00:01:27
- Real-world public charging glitches and modest high-speed charging rate „Fast charge impossible. What does that mean?... That has put me off a little bit” ▶️ 00:12:24
🎯 Verdict: A characterful, genuinely fun, and stylish compact EV that charms petrolheads with its chuckable chassis and retro vibe, best suited as a front-row daily commuter.
👤 DriverReviews
📅 23.08.2025
⏱️ 13:36 min
👁️ 151.093 vizualizări
💬 167 comentarii
⭐ +1.7/2
TL;DR Summary: Vicky Butler-Henderson hails the Renault 5 E-Tech as a top-notch, highly desirable town car that combines irresistible retro charm, cheeky handling dynamics, and standard heat pump tech with a price tag thousands cheaper than an electric Mini.
Key Pros 👍
- Irresistible, character-rich design brimming with nostalgic styling details „Even if you're too young to tap into this nostalgia, you can't deny its design is highly desirable. It is bursting with character. So much so that it even winks at you.” ▶️ 00:01:20
- Cheeky, lightweight handling that feels more exciting than an electric Mini „where the Mini has very prim and proper road manners. This Renault is just a little bit cheekier and manages to squeeze an extra bit of excitement out of its handling” ▶️ 00:09:28
- Significant price advantage over rivals starting under £23,000 „This R5 is an A1 bit of kit. It screams fun. Its looks will pull at your heartstrings, but its price won't tug at those purse strings because it is at least £7,000 cheaper than a mini.” ▶️ 00:12:43
- Bidirectional V2L and V2G capability plus standard heat pump across the range „Not many cars though have got VTOG technology, vehicle to grid. This car does... Every model in the range comes with a heat pump” ▶️ 00:03:28
- Impressive 326-litre boot with underfloor cable stowage „There's 326 L in here. And when you drop those rear seats, there's 1,106... if you want a comparison with the Mini, then this offers a considerable amount more.” ▶️ 00:02:46
Key Cons 👎
- Regenerative braking in B mode does not bring the car to a complete stop „it's not that super aggressiveness that you get from full-on one pedal braking cars. So, this will come to a slow, but it won't actually stop when I lift off the throttle.” ▶️ 00:11:56
- Deep boot loading lip impedes sliding luggage in „And you'll need to drop bags in rather than slide them because of this deep lip.” ▶️ 00:02:36
- Sparse rear cabin lacking charging ports, armrest, and door storage „There aren't many creature comforts back here. There's no grab handle... no armrest and no USBC ports” ▶️ 00:08:03
- Gear selector stalk feels somewhat flimsy and four-stalk column is crowded „It is the one with the most important job, making the car go forwards and backwards, though it could do with being more chunky and feeling a bit sturdier.” ▶️ 00:06:13
🎯 Verdict: An A1 bit of kit and an absolute winner for city driving, delivering massive character, playful handling, and great tech at an accessible price.
👤 Everything Electric CARS
📅 29.07.2025
⏱️ 21:57 min
👁️ 221.945 vizualizări
💬 715 comentarii
⭐ +1.7/2
TL;DR Summary: Jack Scarlett and Imogen Bhogal test the Hyundai Inster directly against the Renault 5, finding the Inster to be the ultimate packaging triumph with Tardis-like legroom, flat-folding seats, and standard 3-pin V2L, while the Renault 5 remains the more design-forward and supple-riding choice.
Key Pros 👍
- Astonishing interior packaging with class-defying rear legroom „I'm 6'6... So, this is now me behind myself... I mean, it's just ridiculous. In a tiny little car... I will not get over the amount of space in this thing. I just think it's staggering. Super flat floor.” ▶️ 00:07:40
- Standard cabin-mounted 3-pin domestic Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) socket „vehicle to load as standard, check. Three pin domestic socket down there in the cabin... what's the point of an electric car if you can't plug your hairdryer in” ▶️ 00:03:16
- Completely flat fold-down seating creates immense cargo volume „Unzip, fold... Now, that's bloody impressive. You could sleep in that at Glastenbury... looking at that opening, looking at that space, this is probably now the smallest and cheapest electric car that would be suitable for someone that regularly needs to put wheelchair in the back” ▶️ 00:13:07
- Tactile physical buttons and clear, non-distracting ergonomics „there are more physical buttons. There's less stuff hidden in the screen. I personally love that you kind of get into automatic pilot of knowing precisely where a button is versus having to fiddle around on the screen. So, top marks for that.” ▶️ 00:04:26
- Compact dimensions make parking and city driving effortless „It's the joy of its smallness around town... You get out and you look at it in a parking space and there's a foot between your wheel and the painted line. It's such a small narrow car. It's smaller than the last generation of Ford Fiesta.” ▶️ 00:17:16
Key Cons 👎
- Noticeable motorway wind noise caused by upright front-door profile „There is quite a lot of wind noise when you get up to motorway speed. I learned that this morning. That kind of makes sense cuz this thing is the same shape as a front door.” ▶️ 00:14:42
- Ride comfort is not as supple as the rival Renault 5 „the Renault 5... has distorted my expectations for comfort in a small electric car cuz it's so bloody supple that thing... I think this is not quite as luxurious in the way that it rides” ▶️ 00:14:54
- Extremely compromised boot space when rear seats are reclined „It's actually a very, very, very small boot... Maximum back seat mode where you've got maximum leg room, but also maximum core engagement of reclining” ▶️ 00:11:46
- Base spec interior feels dull without the optional houndstooth trim „the base trim of this car comes without the hounds to seat and the interior suddenly feels really bland when you lose these.” ▶️ 00:09:24
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster and Renault 5 represent the benchmark for modern small EVs; the Inster wins on outright packaging genius and utilitarian practicality, while the Renault 5 takes honours for styling and supple ride quality.
👤 RSymons “RSEV”
📅 23.07.2025
⏱️ 20:11 min
👁️ 78.291 vizualizări
💬 331 comentarii
⭐ +1.3/2
TL;DR Summary: Richard delivers a balanced, practical review of the Renault 5, praising its exceptional 4.5 miles/kWh efficiency, compliant ride, tight turning circle, and smile-inducing charm, while criticizing the crowded four-stalk steering column, flimsy key card, and light steering feel.
Key Pros 👍
- Impressive real-world efficiency and ultra-low running costs „4.5 m per kilowatt hour on that. That was very good actually... £155 on home charging for 10,000 mi worth of driving.” ▶️ 00:17:13
- Engaging, joyful character that puts a smile on your face „It makes you smile when you walk up to it. It makes you smile being in it. It makes you smile when you're driving it and that counts for a lot.” ▶️ 00:19:24
- Comfortable suspension absorption and nimble ~1,400 kg chassis „it was absorbing the bumps. It changes directions and it made me smile... fairly lightweight. I think it's about 1,400 kilos and it is quite nimble.” ▶️ 00:11:42
- Tight turning circle and effortless city maneuverability „Good tight steering lock combined with the short wheelbase means that a little U-turn like that super easy.” ▶️ 00:12:13
Key Cons 👎
- Cluttered steering column with four confusing stalks „I do not understand why I've got four stalks here... plus a steering wheel full of buttons. That's just silly. Sort that out.” ▶️ 00:03:58
- Impractical key card without a keychain hole „You can't attach this to your keys so it doesn't go on a key ring... and the key is rubbish.” ▶️ 00:04:47
- Overly light steering lacking self-centering and road feedback „The steering wheel is a bit light and it doesn't self center. It doesn't go firm enough.” ▶️ 00:18:58
- Cramped rear legroom unsuitable for adults „I'm 6' tall and this is the seat in my position... you need to do something if you're going to carry anybody in the back here really. It is very small.” ▶️ 00:06:03
🎯 Verdict: An utterly charming, highly efficient, and delightful compact EV to live with every day, easily earning a solid recommendation despite minor ergonomic quirks.
👤 Bjørn Nyland
📅 06.07.2025
⏱️ 19:32 min
👁️ 21.187 vizualizări
💬 189 comentarii
⭐ +1.2/2
TL;DR Summary: Bjørn Nyland completes a Sunday Eco Drive in the Renault 5 E-Tech 52 kWh, extracting 422.6 km at a remarkable 112 Wh/km (11.2 kWh/100 km), while noting minor software bugs, a temporary charging warning, and usable battery capacity measuring closer to 48.2 kWh.
Key Pros 👍
- Exceptional real-world eco efficiency at 112 Wh/km „Look at the consumption. Huh? 107 W hour per kilometer. Simply amazing... And then the consumption was 114 W hour per kilometer. Yeah, corrected is 112.” ▶️ 00:05:07
- Surpassed official WLTP range during gentle cross-country driving „I'm now at 0%. We didn't have to extrapolate anything and we have done 422.6 km... 429 km. Okay, it is better than WLTP, but just barely better.” ▶️ 00:16:38
- Distinctive retro styling commands immense public attention „Everywhere I go there will be people looking at the car. They were like, 'What is this?' Because it's a yellow car and it's different. It's classic.” ▶️ 00:05:27
- Fun and quirky interior touches including the baguette holder „The baguette holder. I purchased at Pringles. Will it fit in the baguette holder? Oh, yeah... this is perfect, right? It's almost a bit too deep. But then, can you eat from the Pringle box when you have it in the baguette holder? Let's try. Yes, you can.” ▶️ 00:06:44
Key Cons 👎
- Infotainment glitches and sound dropouts requiring driving reboot „Suddenly I cannot play any music. Try radio. See the sound is supposed to be on... So, I'm going to try now while we're driving to reset the the infotainment.” ▶️ 00:07:42
- Transient false charging error warning upon start-up „Went to restroom, came back to the car. Battery charging impossible... The wrench is still there... I just drove for a minute and suddenly the error message is gone. Of course, it's a French car. What do you expect? Lots of bugs, glitches.” ▶️ 00:06:14
- Measured usable battery capacity is lower than nominal 52 kWh „It means that we actually have 48.2 kWh. This is right on par with what I measured before actually twice.” ▶️ 00:16:56
- Noticeable vampire battery drain while parked „the car been parked for 6 hours and interesting we have 9%. We lost 2%... Have we lost... roughly 1.3 kow really?” ▶️ 00:14:24
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 proves genuinely frugal on gentle roads, easily covering over 420 km on a charge, although prospective buyers should be prepared for typical early French software gremlins.
👤 Bjørn Nyland
📅 03.07.2025
⏱️ 39:53 min
👁️ 73.046 vizualizări
💬 214 comentarii
⭐ +1.5/2
TL;DR Summary: Bjørn Nyland puts the Renault 5 (52 kWh) through his rigorous 1,000 km challenge, finishing in an impressive 10 hours 55 minutes (beating the Hyundai Inster by nearly an hour) thanks to consistent 100 kW charging, zero battery thermal throttling, and comfortable highway manners.
Key Pros 👍
- Impressive 1,000 km challenge time of 10h 55m beating city EV rivals like the Inster „1055 is still okay for a city car. It's almost an hour faster than Insta, which is one of the competitors” ▶️ 00:38:51
- Consistent 100 kW DC fast-charging with zero rapid-gating or thermal throttling „the charging we see now is consistent. It doesn't overheat even if you go to 0%... And even now in the heat, there's still no overheating. The battery is at only 35 to 38° C... 100 kilowatt flat.” ▶️ 00:16:36
- No power-gating with full 118 kW motor output available immediately post-charge „We're supposed to get 110 kilowatt, right? We get ooh 118... no power gate there. No power limit. Oh, car of the year.” ▶️ 00:11:04
- Composed ride quality and low highway interior cabin noise „The ride is actually okay. It feels a bit go-kart, but they didn't make it super harsh. And even on a long trip on the motorway, it has good comfort. And also the noise level I measured to be actually slightly above average roughly on par with many German cars” ▶️ 00:16:50
Key Cons 👎
- Modest 52 kWh battery requires frequent charging stops every 100-120 km on road trips „Google estimates 6% at the arrival. Yeah, seems like 50% is more or less optimal for charging speed and then we can only drive around 100 km between these charger. It's like back to 2017 and classic Ioniq.” ▶️ 00:21:51
- Remaining range readout blanks out below 5% state of charge „we are at 5% and at least right before here it showed 19 km of range left and we are 11 km away but then suddenly it's acting like a Chinese car and it stopped showing remaining range.” ▶️ 00:02:51
- Depressing the brake to turn on accessories interrupts active DC fast charging „If we start the car, will that interrupt the charging like a Zoe? Press the brake... It did... The car of the year has this bad behavior.” ▶️ 00:27:40
🎯 Verdict: A surprisingly capable road-tripper for a city car, mastering the 1,000 km test with excellent thermal management and flat 100 kW charging despite its small battery.
👤 carwow
📅 30.06.2025
⏱️ 23:57 min
👁️ 2.057.340 vizualizări
💬 3.500 comentarii
⭐ +1.9/2
TL;DR Summary: Mat Watson from carwow investigates why the Renault 5 is generating massive hype, praising its driving dynamics, interior flair, and value.
Key Pros 👍
- Joyful and engaging handling. „It's genuinely fun to drive! Far more entertaining around corners than an ID.3 or Peugeot e-208.” ▶️ 00:07:30
- Distinctive and premium cabin details. „Look at the denim seat fabric and the roof lining – it feels stylish and special.” ▶️ 00:12:15
Key Cons 👎
- Rear passenger legroom is tight. „Behind my driving position, knee room is quite cramped for taller adults.” ▶️ 00:16:40
🎯 Verdict: The most desirable small EV on sale right now. Huge fun with bags of personality.
👤 inCARnation Australia
📅 27.06.2025
⏱️ 32:14 min
👁️ 9.364 vizualizări
💬 65 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewers declare the Hyundai Inster a refreshing return to sensible, lightweight motoring akin to a classic Mini, praising its Tardis-like cabin, fun chassis, and class-topping 10 kWh/100km city efficiency, while acknowledging sluggish high-speed passing power.
Key Pros 👍
- Featherweight EV construction delivering agile Mini-like driving fun „This, I think, is much more like the original 1960s Mini Coopers. It's small and by EV standards, it's very light. By some margin, the lightest EV we've ever been in, 1300 kilos. And it feels great. It's like a Mini.” ▶️ 00:00:10
- Staggering urban energy efficiency approaching 400 km range „The most efficient EV I've ever been in... In the following days, I drove this car around the suburbs a bit and it returned even better efficiency. Sometimes just under 10 kW hours per 100k. And that points to a real world range of up to 400 km” ▶️ 00:01:48
- Tardis-like interior packaging with reclining rear seats „It's a Tardis. Small outside, but spacious inside for four people... They recline as well. So, they do... Look, for a little car, there's a lot of space here.” ▶️ 00:01:26
- Superb outward visibility and natural upright ergonomics „Sitting nicely high, but not too high. Very good vision. Ergonomics are great. And you'll really like it, too, because it's just a fun car.” ▶️ 00:00:30
- Versatile interior and exterior Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability „vehicle to load. So, you can do your VTL two ways. You can either do it from the powerpoint in the front or you can plug it in the front of the car. And this is a 15 amp as well.” ▶️ 00:18:18
Key Cons 👎
- Slow high-speed acceleration requires planning highway overtakes „100k an hour. Full throttle. 105 107 110 112. It's pretty slow. You're not going to be doing any fast overtaking maneuvers in this. You got to plan things.” ▶️ 00:23:06
- Short suspension travel can crash over severe potholes „It doesn't like the really big bumps as we found when we hit a pothole a minute ago... shorter suspension travel, and crashes through the big bumps a bit.” ▶️ 00:21:50
- Minimal luggage space when rear seats accommodate adults „You can either have big passengers or you can have luggage, but you can't have both. Cuz we've just completely crushed all the camera stuff in the back there.” ▶️ 00:17:42
- Skinny tyres exhibit modest lateral grip in spirited corners „Skinny little necks and tires on it. Feels like it's trying to lift this inside inside rear to me as well... The lateral grip levels are not excessive, are they?” ▶️ 00:07:01
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster is the sensible, unpretentious, and ultra-efficient electric supermini the modern market desperately needs, offering joyous city dynamics and genuine cabin versatility.
👤 Chasing Cars
📅 29.05.2025
⏱️ 15:21 min
👁️ 21.797 vizualizări
💬 206 comentarii
⭐ +1.3/2
TL;DR Summary: Tom Baker from Chasing Cars reviews the Hyundai Inster, praising its well-calibrated ride and handling, outstanding efficiency, and clever packaging, while noting it carries a noticeable price premium over Chinese competitors.
Key Pros 👍
- Clever interior packaging with remarkable rear legroom „Row two is where the Insta suddenly becomes quite mindbending because despite being one of the very smallest new cars available today in Australia, it is apparently sized like a midsize SUV in the back.” ▶️ 00:04:45
- Exceptional energy efficiency in urban driving „Efficiency is an absolute standout. I managed 11 kwatt hours per 100 km in town without trying very hard from the 46 kWh extended range” ▶️ 00:07:20
- Well-sorted Australian ride and handling tuning „What I mean by correctly is that the body control is normal, the damping is normal, the steering feel is normal. It's simply that its handling responses have been well tuned, carefully calibrated” ▶️ 00:10:42
- Thoughtful ergonomics with clear physical controls „More important to me, though, is that the ergonomics are brilliant. Seat comfort's okay, but all of the key controls fall right to hand. You've got clear buttons for climate and media.” ▶️ 00:02:30
Key Cons 👎
- Pricier than low-end Chinese EV competitors „The Insta's problem is that while it has a dependable badge at $39,000 before on-road costs, it's up to 9 grand more than a BYD, which is a bit average to drive” ▶️ 00:01:35
- Lacks punch at highway speeds „This vehicle is more at home in the city and also on kind of curving country roads than it is on the highway where you do notice that it runs out of puff at triple digits.” ▶️ 00:09:55
- Limited wet weather grip on base 15-inch tyres „Grip levels, particularly on the 15-in wheels, are not amazing in the wet, so you do need to slow down a little bit going into fast corners on a country road.” ▶️ 00:13:13
- Strict four-seater layout with hard cabin plastics „It is also only a four-seater, so you will not get someone legally into the middle here, nor will you find loads of plush materials. It is built to a price.” ▶️ 00:05:27
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster demands a price premium over entry-level Chinese rivals, but justifies it with superior European-style chassis tuning, outstanding efficiency, and exceptionally clever packaging.
👤 CarsGuide
📅 29.05.2025
⏱️ 10:38 min
👁️ 8.156 vizualizări
💬 54 comentarii
⭐ +1.4/2
TL;DR Summary: CarsGuide's Andrew Chesterton evaluates the Hyundai Inster, highlighting its Swiss Army knife-style interior flexibility, impressive refinement, and planted chassis, though noting a tight shoulder-rubbing cabin width and stiff competition from larger Chinese EVs.
Key Pros 👍
- Clever modular seating with sliding rails and recline function „it's more practical inside than a Swiss Army knife on steroids... In fact, Hyundai reckons this thing's got more leg room than SUVs a size and even two sizes bigger... And not only is this rear seat on rails, allowing you to prioritize legroom as you wish, but there's also a pretty cool recline function” ▶️ 00:00:08
- Exceptional NVH suppression and quiet cabin refinement „The Insta feels really smooth, really quiet, and in fact far more refined than you might usually expect in a vehicle this size... Hand's gone to some lengths to minimize the NVH in this car. So, they've double sealed the doors, for example. They've used thicker glass.” ▶️ 00:05:42
- Planted road holding courtesy of wheels-at-the-corners architecture „the benefit of that long wheelbase, that wheel at each corner, makes it feel really steady and really planted, especially when cornering. Balanced with that extra grunt of electric power on the way out of a corner, actually makes this quite a good time on a twisty road” ▶️ 00:07:09
- Abundant physical switchgear eliminates touchscreen hunting „thankfully there are actual real physical buttons for everything from your air con controls to your radio, media, maps, all those kind of things. So there's no digging through the screen.” ▶️ 00:02:09
- Quick steering wheel mute shortcut for speed limit alerts „simply hold down the mute button on the steering wheel and it mutes or unmutes the speed over limit warning which is often the most annoying safety system in a modern car.” ▶️ 00:06:30
Key Cons 👎
- Narrow interior creates elbow friction between front passengers „while the car might feel longer than you expect, it doesn't feel any wider. And I had a passenger in here with me this morning and it kind of felt like that economy seat thing where you were fighting over the armrest with your elbow.” ▶️ 00:02:30
- Compromised default boot capacity and fiddly floor flaps „if there is a fly in the Insta's practicality ointment, it's here in the boot, which opens to reveal, let's be honest, a pretty small space. And it's made a little bit quirkier by some of these extra additions... panels here that flap around” ▶️ 00:03:52
- Harsh thumping impact over severe potholes „it did clang quite harshly over bigger bumps in the national park, but anything less than that, it kind of glides over them without too much dramas.” ▶️ 00:07:50
- Price premium compared to larger Chinese electric alternatives „The four seat and funky Insta is cheap for an EV, but it's not that cheap given the wave of cutpric Chinese product now on our shores... For perspective, the J EX5 is considerably bigger and will travel further on a charge for 40,990 bucks” ▶️ 00:00:20
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster punches well above its dimensions with brilliant packaging and surprising cabin refinement, though narrow hip room and a steep price tag versus Chinese rivals remain key caveats.
👤 James May’s Planet Gin
📅 21.05.2025
⏱️ 10:25 min
👁️ 760.611 vizualizări
💬 1.600 comentarii
⭐ +1.5/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer warmly praises the Renault 5 for its tasteful retro proportions, exceptionally buttery-smooth electric drivetrain, cheerful cabin, and physical climate buttons, while noting firm low-speed ride and an A-pillar blind spot.
Key Pros 👍
- Flawless retro design execution that works from all angles „This though actually works from all angles. It's a very subtle evocation of the original, and I like it. It's funky and it's yellow.” ▶️ 00:01:05
- Exceptionally smooth and refined electric drivetrain „the drivetrain is extremely refined... This one feels like it's running in a bucket of melted butter. It's wonderful.” ▶️ 00:08:46
- Sensible physical buttons for essential climate and ventilation controls „important things are real buttons like fan speed and demyisting and air conditioning and the temperature. That's fabulous.” ▶️ 00:05:16
- Comfortable cabin ambiance with usable 180-190 mile real-world range „In reality, I've driven this around quite a bit now. I find it to be usable about 180, maybe 190 if you're careful. That suits me perfectly.” ▶️ 00:03:30
Key Cons 👎
- Broad A-pillar creates a blind spot at oblique junctions „this pillar is a little bit broad and in the position that I sit in when driving, it actually creates a bit of a blind spot, especially if you're approaching something like a slightly oblique junction.” ▶️ 00:04:00
- Hard door armrest padding causes elbow discomfort „the armrest on the door is a bit too hard and makes my elbow go to sleep.” ▶️ 00:03:51
- Firm low-speed ride before settling down above 40 mph „The ride in the R5 is a little bit on the chunky side... But once you're moving at a decent speed above about 40 mph, it settles down very nicely.” ▶️ 00:08:31
- Absence of a conventional Park setting on the selector stalk „The odd bit about it is that there's no park setting. When you stop, you put it in neutral and then you can put the electric handbrake on” ▶️ 00:06:18
🎯 Verdict: A cheerful, unaggressive, and thoroughly delightful small EV that gets retro styling right and drives with buttery mechanical smoothness.
👤 Driven
📅 14.05.2025
⏱️ 10:16 min
👁️ 31.468 vizualizări
💬 99 comentarii
⭐ +1.8/2
TL;DR Summary: John Marker from Driven delivers an enthusiastic assessment of the Hyundai Inster 2, hailing it as one of the most exciting and usable small EVs available thanks to its incredible interior packaging, physical switchgear, and generous standard kit.
Key Pros 👍
- Astonishing rear passenger room with sliding and reclining seats „I am a tall man. I'm 6' one. And look at that space. I've got loads of headroom. I've got loads of leg room. And that's because these seats are movable. And not only are they movable, they're reclinable. You can sit back in absolute luxury.” ▶️ 00:05:05
- Sensible physical switchgear for climate and core controls „Then also from an interior point of view, well, I've got luxuries like buttons, actual physical buttons. Yes, it does have a touchcreen, but that's completely optional for things like climate control” ▶️ 00:03:55
- Standard efficiency-boosting battery heat pump „also the battery has a heat pump which comes as standard. So, that helps regulate the temperature of the battery. So, in cold weather, it will generate heat so that the battery charges a little bit faster” ▶️ 00:07:17
- Airy glasshouse providing superb outward visibility „look at the size of these windows. The glass is plentiful in here and the visibility as a result is absolutely fantastic. It's quiet. It's efficient.” ▶️ 00:04:20
- Flat-folding front seats create mobile desk or bed space „you can fold your seat up, pop it back a bit, you can sit in the back, and then open up your laptop to do some work. Dear Hyundai, congratulations on making an excellent car.” ▶️ 00:08:31
Key Cons 👎
- Modest straight-line pace and lack of cornering agility „It's not exactly fast or agile through the twists and turns, but it's not what it's all about. This is a car that's just designed for cities and the occasional long commute” ▶️ 00:06:28
- Capped top speed of 93 mph „that equates to a top speed of 150 km/h. That's about 93 mph. It's good. It's fine.” ▶️ 00:03:13
- Desirable paint shades carry an extra cost „They come as standard in white. If you want a beautiful alternative color like this jungle khaki green, that will cost you £600 more.” ▶️ 00:01:49
🎯 Verdict: With sensational cabin versatility, physical controls, and a standard heat pump, the Hyundai Inster 2 is a deeply endearing small EV that punches far above its compact footprint.
👤 DRIVETRIBE
📅 06.04.2025
⏱️ 8:05 min
👁️ 1.514.234 vizualizări
💬 2.100 comentarii
⭐ +1.9/2
TL;DR Summary: Richard Hammond celebrates the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric as a triumph of character and fun, praising its gorgeous retro looks, relatively light curb weight, and lively handling that rescue EVs from appliance-like dullness.
Key Pros 👍
- Stunning retro design faithful to the acclaimed concept „When the real thing arrived, it was every bit as gorgeous and fantastic as the concept. Look at it. It's covered in fabulous styling clues and cues, references to the original five. It is a clever design and it looks to my eyes utterly brilliant.” ▶️ 00:00:52
- Playful, agile chassis and relatively lightweight feel „At a time when curb weights have been booming faster than internet porn and many EVs weigh more than the house they're parked outside, 1450 kilos is light... settles into the turn and it holds its line. It is great fun to drive.” ▶️ 00:03:15
- Delightful interior ambiance with eco-conscious materials „best of all, all of that solid state cleverness is integrated beautifully into an interior that is it's just a great place to be. I'm happy in here. All the cloths are made out of recycled plastic bottles, which is a nice touch.” ▶️ 00:04:19
- Competitive pricing on par with equivalent combustion hatchbacks „for those who can, this is about same price as a midspec Cleo. So, in today's world, it is a cheap car.” ▶️ 00:02:49
- Restores personality and joy to everyday electric driving „Until now, most electric cars are boring. They're as exciting to buy as a new dishwasher... More than anything, this car shows that the future doesn't have to be willfully dull and bland... It can be fun and funky” ▶️ 00:06:47
Key Cons 👎
- Crowded steering column stalks confuse gear selector with wipers „the stalk to engage drive is lost amongst a cat's whiskers arrangement of stalks on the right hand side of the steering wheel. So, I usually set off by first putting the windscreen wipers on.” ▶️ 00:06:20
- Too few regenerative braking adjustability modes „The other one is regen. There's only two settings. D, which has light regen, B, which has heavier. I think you could do with a setting either side of that.” ▶️ 00:06:31
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech is an infectious, brilliant triumph that proves electric city cars can be soulful, gorgeous, and properly entertaining to drive every day.
👤 Everything Electric CARS
📅 03.04.2025
⏱️ 14:08 min
👁️ 204.083 vizualizări
💬 852 comentarii
⭐ +1.8/2
TL;DR Summary: Jack Scarlett from Fully Charged spends a week and a half with the Renault 5 E-Tech in the UK, praising its supple 1.5-tonne lightweight ride, 4+ miles/kWh efficiency, physical buttons, and irresistible retro charm. Key drawbacks are tight rear legroom, a tall boot loading lip, and the lack of true one-pedal stopping.
Key Pros 👍
- Supple, comfortable suspension and agile handling enabled by a lightweight 1.5-tonne curb weight „This isn't very heavy. It's 1 and a2 tons and it benefits from that immensely in terms of the ride. It just skips over bad road surfaces of which we have many in the UK with a real suppleness. It is so much more comfortable than I thought it was going to be. And it's fun, too.” ▶️ 00:02:09
- Outstanding real-world energy efficiency regularly exceeding 4.0 miles/kWh „I've done three and a half miles to the kilowatt hour, which is just about the worst efficiency you'll ever see from the Renault 5 on a regular day when the weather's not horrible. I'm doing mixture of driving. 4 miles plus effortlessly standing on its head.” ▶️ 00:08:36
- Charming retro styling paired with tactile physical dashboard switches and climate controls „Look, joy of joy. Proper physical buttons for the stuff you'd want. Proper switches for climate control hazards. Unlocking the doors. Same on the steering wheel. Big chunky easy to hit buttons.” ▶️ 00:06:50
- Convenient double-tap physical shortcut button mutes intrusive ADAS speed warning chimes „But my favorite button by far is one just here to the side of the steering wheel, which you push twice and then it puts the car into your personal preference mode for the ADAS, which is to say all the beeping that you don't want, you can just make it go away without having to go in the touchcreen.” ▶️ 00:07:07
Key Cons 👎
- Severely compromised rear seat legroom compared to rivals like the Hyundai Inster „Back seat space is suboptimal. I know it's a small car, but it's also a bespoke EV platform, and I just would have expected a little bit more room back here. If you're getting a Hyundai Insta, which I think is smaller on the outside, it's so much roomier in the back.” ▶️ 00:12:03
- Absence of true one-pedal driving requiring manual brake application to come to a halt „No adjustable regen and no one pedal driving. I'm in B mode, which is the regen mode. Come off the throttle and it comes so close to stopping, but I have to press the brake, which defeats the whole point.” ▶️ 00:11:37
- Deep trunk cargo loading lip necessitates lifting heavy bags up and over „Quick mention for a very useful sized boot. Really decent for this size of car. Big old lip on it. So, you got to get stuff up and over” ▶️ 00:07:40
- Fingerprint-prone piano black interior surfaces and archaic slab key card „If I am going to be really panicity, which I'm going to have to with this car, little bit too much of the fingerprinty piano black material... Also, look at this key. What is this? Renault have been doing keys like this since the beginning of time.” ▶️ 00:07:28
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech proves that lightweight engineering and charismatic styling can deliver sensational ride suppleness, exceptional 4+ miles/kWh efficiency, and deep day-to-day satisfaction, easily establishing itself as a benchmark compact electric car despite snug rear accommodation.
👤 Hagerty
📅 26.03.2025
⏱️ 17:55 min
👁️ 179.348 vizualizări
💬 544 comentarii
⭐ +1.8/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer celebrates the Renault 5 E-Tech alongside iconic hot hatches like the classic GT Turbo and Clio 182, praising its brilliant retro design, high-quality cabin, accessible price, and playful chassis dynamics.
Key Pros 👍
- Exceptional interior finish and recycled tactile materials „the quality in here is amazing you would not think that this was well meant to be affordable the lovely warm cloth material on the seats is actually made entirely from recycled plastic bottles” ▶️ 00:03:41
- Egalitarian pricing with high standard specification „starts at just £22,995 in the UK... whatever you go for you still get the same fundamentally brilliant look and feel inside and out with things like the 18-in wheels and the stylish seats across the range” ▶️ 00:01:41
- Playful and chuckable multi-link rear chassis dynamics „Chuck into a corner lift off it feels like it's cocking an inside rear well that's what I want from a hot hatch is it brimming with feel is it as engaging to drive as my Cleo no but it's definitely got a bit of Elan” ▶️ 00:16:38
- Subtle, tasteful retro design cues inside and out „you notice all the cues the hints the inspiration that's been taken from the older cars but it's not just a throwback there are all sorts of nods to earlier fives like the rear door handles the rear light clusters” ▶️ 00:10:12
- Sensible physical buttons and quick ADAS shortcut „thankfully Renault has made that a simple two push of this dedicated button rather than hiding it on a touch screen in fact there are a lot of physical buttons which is pleasing to see” ▶️ 00:12:35
Key Cons 👎
- Very tight rear passenger accommodation „room in the back is more Hobbit than Gandalf friendly however the boot is a useful 326 L” ▶️ 00:04:00
- Dull throttle response in Eco and Comfort driving modes „take it out of Eco or even even comfort and put it into sport because otherwise well it just lacks something or pretty much everything actually it really doesn't have any get up and go unless you put it in sport” ▶️ 00:11:55
- Electric motor torque tapers off quickly after initial punch „there's the trademark EV instant response from its 181 pound feet of torque but that Fades quite quickly so you find yourself really chasing what performance it has” ▶️ 00:14:07
- Light steering lacks analog feedback and weight „another thing that sport does is give the steering just a bit more weight which it really needs it could still do with more it's obviously not a patch on the old car in terms of feel” ▶️ 00:12:19
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech is a joyful, beautifully executed electric supermini that delivers genuine hot-hatch chuckability, exceptional cabin quality, and immense charm at an accessible price.
👤 Johnny POV
📅 01.02.2025
⏱️ 10:50 min
👁️ 667.747 vizualizări
💬 798 comentarii
⭐ +1.4/2
TL;DR Summary: The Renault 5 E-Tech impresses with its concept-accurate retro styling, plush cabin materials, and quiet urban manners, though tight rear legroom and noticeable charging throttling without preconditioning are practical compromises.
Key Pros 👍
- Striking retro-inspired styling that stays virtually identical to the original concept car „the production car looks almost identical to the concept car with these advanced daylights and headlights” ▶️ 00:00:24
- Comfortable front seats made from recycled fabrics with supportive side bolstering „lovely retro vibe seats recycled fabrics really comfy with these side supports” ▶️ 00:03:50
- Responsive Google-based infotainment system with voice assistants and physical climate controls „the infotainment system is Android Auto based” ▶️ 00:04:44
- Exceptionally refined, whisper-quiet operation and effortless maneuverability in urban traffic „the Renault 5 feels very at home in busy city traffic, it’s very silent, and drives almost autonomously” ▶️ 00:06:35
- Convenient V2L external power functionality allowing the car to act as a 3.7 kW powerbank „a V2L adapter, so you can use your car as a powerbank up to 3.7 kW AC” ▶️ 00:02:21
Key Cons 👎
- Lack of a front trunk (frunk) with the bay packed like an internal combustion engine bay „but does it have a frunk? no, it almost looks like a regular engine bay” ▶️ 00:01:36
- Constrained rear legroom with neither rear air vents nor USB charging ports „leg room is... not huge no USB ports or ventilation” ▶️ 00:02:58
- Rearward visibility through the back window is largely obstructed by rear seat headrests „head rests block most of the rear view” ▶️ 00:03:13
- Rapid DC charging speed throttling down to low rates if battery preconditioning is not triggered „been charging for about 10 minutes now but charging is getting slower, not faster yep, speed has dropped to 21 kW” ▶️ 00:07:26
- Noticeable drop in efficiency at high speeds, yielding higher highway consumption „a consumption of 23,7 kW / 100 km at 128 km/h my average consumption (with ± 50% highway use) is 21,5 kWh / 100 km” ▶️ 00:08:16
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech proves to be an immensely charismatic and refined urban electric hatchback with exceptional styling and intuitive tech, though rear cabin room and motorway charging speeds require planning.
👤 Autotrader
📅 30.01.2025
⏱️ 15:54 min
👁️ 511.353 vizualizări
💬 1.300 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: Rory Reid praises the Renault 5 as an almost universally lovable EV that punches far above its price tag with irresistible retro styling, high-tech Google cabin, surprising refinement, and playful handling, despite minor ergonomic quirks like crowded stalks and grabby low-speed brakes.
Key Pros 👍
- Irresistible retro styling with playful details and great proportions „it's just got this fun cheeky sturdy look about it that is just desirable... a car that actually might be impossible not to love” ▶️ 00:00:21
- Playful handling with progressive grip and old-school lift-off oversteer „You can Chuck it into a corner and the thing holds on quite nicely... you can actually feel the nose tuck itself in and the back end occasionally step out little bit a cheeky lift off over steer like the old school” ▶️ 00:13:56
- Class-leading boot capacity and underfloor cable storage „that is 326 L of space and that's 30 L more than you get in a Ford Fiesta it's 140 L more than you get in a Fiat 500” ▶️ 00:02:34
- Premium cabin ambiance with responsive Google-powered infotainment and physical climate buttons „the quality in the R5 is something to behold especially for the price... powered by Google and look at that I'm zipping around in Google Maps built into the car Plus hard buttons for controlling all your airon” ▶️ 00:04:13
- Impressive highway quietness and refinement „The car is actually surprisingly quiet doing 70 M an hour there's very little wind noise minimal road noise and I feel like I'm driving a far more expensive car” ▶️ 00:11:07
Key Cons 👎
- Cluttered steering column causing accidental wiper activation when shifting „I've lost count of the number of times when I've been trying to park this car and I'm trying to put it into reverse but end up putting the wipers on by mistake there's just too much happening right here” ▶️ 00:07:39
- Absence of a dedicated Park button and jerky auto-hold low-speed parking crawl „it doesn't have a p button for Park... whenever you pull up to a stop the car will automatically Engage The handbrake for you and then disengage it when you accelerate but that can be a bit jerky” ▶️ 00:07:52
- Snatchy, grabby brake pedal feel at walking speeds „the feel of the brakes when you're going at low speeds they kind of get a bit snatchy as you come towards a stand” ▶️ 00:13:31
- Cold weather highway efficiency notably limits winter motorway range „I happen to be testing this Renault 5 in a very cold January 2025 it's about 3° C outside and yeah that efficiency I'm not getting it... you're looking at about 152 Mi of range” ▶️ 00:09:38
🎯 Verdict: A brilliant piece of kit offering unbeatable charm, great tech, and chuckable handling for the price, easily outshining rivals like the Mini Electric and Fiat 500e.
👤 Harry's garage
📅 26.01.2025
⏱️ 20:12 min
👁️ 724.635 vizualizări
💬 3.300 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: Harry's Garage provides an enthusiastic first look at the new Renault 5 E-Tech, praising its concept-faithful retro styling, fun design details, and accessible starting price.
Key Pros 👍
- Attractive starting price compared to rivals „finally this is a highly desirable electric car with a £23,000 starting price and that's considerably cheaper than the new mini electric” ▶️ 00:00:41
- Design stays faithful to the 2021 concept car „when it came out in concept form in 2021 I said it won't look like that and it does it looks almost identical to the concept car” ▶️ 00:01:24
- Fun exterior bonnet battery indicator „on this new Rena 5 you have a battery indicator which is just fun so when you walk up to the car you can see how many of those bars are is how full your battery is” ▶️ 00:01:53
- Standard 18-inch wheels across all models „you get 18in wheels on all versions there are two designs of Wheels” ▶️ 00:02:05
Key Cons 👎
- Higher trim levels increase the cost „this model is the Techno Comfort model which is slightly more money” ▶️ 00:02:11
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech brings genuine excitement and great design to the small electric vehicle segment at an attractive price point.
👤 What Car?
📅 23.01.2025
⏱️ 16:14 min
👁️ 323.634 vizualizări
💬 767 comentarii
⭐ +1.8/2
TL;DR Summary: What Car? gives their definitive verdict on the Renault 5, scoring it as one of the best compact electric hatchbacks of the decade.
Key Pros 👍
- Refined and comfortable ride quality. „The multi-link rear axle delivers suppleness over bumpy city asphalt.” ▶️ 00:04:45
- Intuitive Google infotainment. „Unlike Volkswagen's awkward touch sliders, Renault's Google system just works seamlessly.” ▶️ 00:08:20
Key Cons 👎
- Boot lip is awkwardly deep. „Lifting heavy shopping over that high sill can be cumbersome.” ▶️ 00:11:30
🎯 Verdict: A triumph of design, efficiency, and real-world everyday charm.
👤 SDA Dan Cars
📅 21.12.2024
⏱️ 36:04 min
👁️ 28.998 vizualizări
💬 56 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer conducts an in-depth driving test of the 150 hp, 52 kWh Renault 5 E-Tech Techno across urban roads and windy motorways, highly praising its mature multi-link rear suspension, seamless brake-by-wire blending, and premium ride feel, while noting elevated cold-weather highway consumption and the lack of a true one-pedal complete stop.
Key Pros 👍
- Sophisticated multi-link rear suspension providing big-car ride comfort „what I was surprised to see was the suspensions are incredible good comes with mcperson independent on the front and also multi-link independent on the rear... that help you have this super good comfort for a small car” ▶️ 00:06:24
- Seamless brake-by-wire pedal blending between regenerative and friction braking „the transition between regenerative break and physical break it's much more smoother something that wasn't before on Renault mean Tech Electric... the car it's build extremely well” ▶️ 00:13:00
- Impressive acoustic insulation and planted motorway stability „sound insulation and suspension very good ride quality... I have the impression when I drive the car that I drive a much heavier car a much bigger car” ▶️ 00:07:05
- Effective Level 2 motorway driving assistance and lane centering „the car is doing a lovely job at holding between the L Lanes stay between the lanes accelerate break keep the distance... this level two autopilot from Renault... works extremely extremely well” ▶️ 00:15:25
- Comfortable, well-bolstered front seats crafted from recycled materials „very good side support on the seats the seats are lovely... a good combination between comfort and Sport” ▶️ 00:08:46
Key Cons 👎
- B-mode regenerative braking lacks true one-pedal complete stopping capability „it's almost like a one pedal drive but it's not one pedal drive you basically have to press the brake in the end to stop the car” ▶️ 00:05:36
- Elevated energy consumption during high-speed motorway driving in cold and windy weather „we use more energy than normal so you can see we have 19.1 Kow hour consumption usually the consumption should be around 15 14 around there” ▶️ 00:25:22
- Front wheel slippage under brisk low-speed acceleration „if you want to accelerate for example from 20 it push you back in the seats little bit of slip ring but pretty powerful” ▶️ 00:23:56
- Park assist is only semi-automated, requiring manual pedal inputs and gear toggling „this is not self-parking it's assistant that mean you have to use the pedals and you have to use the gear selector” ▶️ 00:32:14
🎯 Verdict: The Renault 5 E-Tech punches well above its size class with outstanding chassis composure, refined soundproofing, and smooth electronic braking, making it one of the finest driving small EVs on the market despite weather-sensitive highway range.
👤 Brian Doolan at Fitzpatricks Garage Kildare
📅 09.12.2024
⏱️ 16:39 min
👁️ 32.976 vizualizări
💬 331 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: The reviewer conducts an in-depth tour and drive of the Hyundai Inster, praising its light and airy interior, class-defying modular seat flexibility, standard heat pump, and stellar town efficiency, while noting high consumption at 120 km/h motorways.
Key Pros 👍
- Bright, spacious cabin ambiance with remarkable headroom „I just love this interior it's bright and light and nice and Airy... but like I'm sitting like look how much space I have this like for this this it doesn't make sense” ▶️ 00:08:14
- Superb low-speed and urban energy efficiency „the efficiency improves massively like any car to size once it's not doing 120 km an hour they become extremely efficient so all the way down as far as 12.5 kwatt hours 100 km... this is going to be a car at under 100 km an hour is extremely efficient” ▶️ 00:05:18
- Unmatched seating versatility with fold-flat front and sliding rear seats „Normally you pull a seat and that's as far as it goes but this one goes all the way down flat... slide that forwards and then you get this absolutely gigantic amount of load space and that's where you've seen people putting things like mattresses across here” ▶️ 00:13:14
- Standard efficiency-saving heat pump and battery thermal conditioning „it has a heat pump and a battery heater... heat pump's useful technology. It scavenges heat from the electrical processes and uses that to help heat the cabin... definitely more efficient” ▶️ 00:14:36
- Convenient steering-wheel shortcut to mute audible speed chimes „I press the button on the right I can now turn off the speed warning so it'll still give me a visual cue but it won't make noise which is pretty nice” ▶️ 00:01:51
Key Cons 👎
- Elevated energy consumption at 120 km/h motorway cruising „at 120 km hour it's going to be close to 19 20 21 kW hours per 100 km” ▶️ 00:03:37
- Electronic handbrake control obscured behind steering wheel „got a handbrake over here so I pull that to engage the handbrake... some people kind of think that gets blocked by the steering wheel which is true” ▶️ 00:00:47
- Lacks front luggage trunk compartment „Anyone's curious about things like frunks and stuff like that we don't have a frunk so it's like a conventional car” ▶️ 00:10:39
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster stands out as a brilliantly conceived, ultra-practical urban electric car, offering SUV-like headroom and ingenious folding furniture in a sub-4-metre footprint.
👤 What Car?
📅 08.11.2024
⏱️ 11:15 min
👁️ 193.058 vizualizări
💬 283 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: What Car? reviews the Hyundai Inster, highlighting it as one of the best value entry-level EVs on sale thanks to its class-defying rear passenger room, sliding/reclining rear seats, intuitive physical switchgear, and supple ride comfort.
Key Pros 👍
- Exceptional rear passenger space with reclining and sliding seats „the space itself really is fantastic for this size of car an adult can sit back here in great comfort there's good amounts of leg room headro is also very generous you'd have to be over 6t tall to feel cramped... plus these rear seats can slide and they can recline and they go back really quite far” ▶️ 00:02:40
- Wide 90-degree opening rear doors ease ingress and cargo loading „these rear seats the first thing to point out is that the rear doors themselves actually open almost to 90° so you have this Big Easy open space to get in it also makes it very simple if you're loading big bulky items” ▶️ 00:02:26
- Intuitive physical buttons for climate and media outperform touchscreens „it's also a far better interior when it comes to usability because you can see down here you've got loads of physical controls and it's great that things like adjusting the temperature and the fan speed can be done very simply down here with these physical buttons rather than having to dive into a touchscreen menu” ▶️ 00:07:10
- Supple and comfortable urban ride quality „The ride is very good it's got a relatively soft suspension setup and it's impressively comfortable by small electric car standards” ▶️ 00:09:04
- Deep multi-tier boot floor accommodates up to four carry-on bags „this boot floor you can lift up to reveal a lot of underfloor storage... with this setup we could just about squeeze in four carry-on size suitcases” ▶️ 00:03:52
Key Cons 👎
- Miniscule default boot space when rear seats are reclined „the space that you have in the boot is pretty tiny in this position here you've got this letter box which you can post through a carry-on size suitcase but not much else” ▶️ 00:03:32
- Leisurely 0-62 mph acceleration figures „it drops the N to 62 time down to 10.6 seconds but that is still pretty slow to be honest especially by electric car standards but what it is is quick enough” ▶️ 00:08:35
- Noticeable cornering body lean owing to tall, narrow stance „this being a relatively tall car that isn't particularly long there is some body lean when you go around a corner but for the most part things are well controlled” ▶️ 00:09:34
- Steering wheel rim obscures portion of digital instrument binnacle „unfortunately for me in my driving position the top of the steering wheel blocks a fairly big chunk of the display” ▶️ 00:07:12
- Strict four-seater capacity and prevalence of hard plastics „the only bad thing to point out back here is the fact that there are just two rear seats you can't get a five- seat version of the insta it is four seats only... the actual materials used in the interior are all pretty much hard plastics everywhere” ▶️ 00:03:14
🎯 Verdict: The Hyundai Inster is a standout contender among budget electric cars, pairing class-beating passenger room and tactile ergonomics with comfortable, unpretentious road manners.
👤 Electrifying
📅 13.10.2024
⏱️ 17:33 min
👁️ 132.241 vizualizări
💬 476 comentarii
⭐ +1.3/2
TL;DR Summary: The Electrifying reviewer praises the Renault 5 as an aspirational, charming, and fun small EV with a tight turning circle and physical climate controls, but notes significant motorway wind noise, crowded column stalks, and real-world range falling short of claims.
Key Pros 👍
- Striking retro design that brings genuine aspirational appeal to the affordable EV segment „I do think it looks really really very nice... I think this is a really aspirational car and that's such a nice thing to be able to say about a relatively affordable smaller car” ▶️ 00:00:42
- Nimble handling and exceptionally tight city turning circle „it does feel fun and Nimble when you get on a road like this... and it has a really tight turning Circle better than most of its Rivals which makes it really easy to park” ▶️ 00:05:52
- Sensible physical buttons for climate control and 'My Safety Switch' assist shortcut „I'm very happy though to see that there are physical buttons here for the climate control which I like a lot... one other detail I do love in here though is renault's my safety button” ▶️ 00:10:07
- Standard heat pump and bidirectional V2L / V2G charging support „as of next year you'll be able to get bidirectional charging with vehicle to load and vehicle to grid capability... a heat pump is fitted as standard on all models” ▶️ 00:14:40
Key Cons 👎
- Excessive wind noise at highway speeds „I was on the motorway earlier and quite frankly I was shocked... wind noise if you're not doing a lot of Motorway driving it's not something that's going to bother you but I do spend a lot of time on the motorway and that would really bug me” ▶️ 00:05:00
- Cluttered column stalks lead to accidental wiper triggers when shifting „the gear selector as well it's up here and whilst I like this kind of little lipstick inspired casing on it it's just a bit fiddly... it's also very easy just to kind of inadvertently turn the windscreen wipers on” ▶️ 00:04:24
- Real-world range achieves around 210 miles in ideal weather versus 250-mile claim „on a lovely warm autumn day it's gorgeous I'm getting around 210 miles um out of the full battery it should be more like 250 miles now shouldn't it” ▶️ 00:15:40
- Deep boot loading lip and obstructed underfloor cable access when loaded „part of the problem with the space is that it's got this really big lip so you've got a lot of depth there so you're going to have to lift everything over... handy cable storage under the floor but that's only really handy if you're not carrying anything in the boot” ▶️ 00:13:42
🎯 Verdict: A joyful, aspirational, and reasonably priced small electric car that wins hearts with its design and nimbleness, despite noticeable highway wind noise and column stalk clutter.
👤 What Car?
📅 12.10.2024
⏱️ 19:19 min
👁️ 374.070 vizualizări
💬 1.200 comentarii
⭐ +1.6/2
TL;DR Summary: What Car? rates the Renault 5 E-Tech as a fantastic, highly efficient, and class-leading small EV that prioritizes supple ride comfort, quiet refinement, and outstanding pricing over razor-sharp agility, despite cramped rear seats and a large boot lip.
Key Pros 👍
- Outstanding real-world efficiency achieving up to 4.9 miles/kWh „on our first leg of the trip from nice to Monaco... it averaged according to the trip computer at least 4.9 miles per kilowatt hour which is really really impressive and even for the total 75m trip... still averaged a really impressive 3.9 miles per kilowatt hour” ▶️ 00:17:39
- Class-leading ride comfort and motorway noise suppression „this is certainly one of the best riding small electric cars that we've tried and also even at Motorway speeds it's surprisingly quiet there's very little in the way of wind or road noise” ▶️ 00:16:20
- Smooth, predictable brake-by-wire pedal modulation „this car has a brake by wire system... this is a big Improvement because it's easy to judge how much pressure you have to put on the brake pedal to slow down smoothly” ▶️ 00:14:31
- Sensational value with top-spec models undercutting entry-level rivals like the Mini Cooper Electric „the most expensive version of the new Renault 5 is likely to be cheaper than the cheapest version of the new Mini Cooper Electric which is quite something” ▶️ 00:18:44
- Intuitive Google-based infotainment and physical climate control switches „top marks to Renault for having some physical air conditioning controls... if I want to adjust the temperature when I'm driving along here then all I do is just nudge that switch up or down” ▶️ 00:09:05
Key Cons 👎
- Noticeable body roll in corners and slow off-center steering feel „it doesn't feel particularly sporty in the way that it's set up there is a reasonable amount of body lean along these Mountain Roads... the front end isn't particularly sharp and the steering is fairly slow off center” ▶️ 00:15:54
- Cramped rear legroom and restricted foot space under front seats „my knees are absolutely wedged against the back of the front seat there and also foot space is absolutely terrible not only because of how low this seat is to the ground so my toes are wedged against the floor” ▶️ 00:11:04
- Absence of a dedicated Park button on the gear selector „there is no park on the gear selector... what you have to do is you have to put the car in neutral and then pull the electric parking brake on or you have to switch the car off” ▶️ 00:15:18
- Deep boot loading lip with no front trunk storage „There is quite an annoying load lip at the entrance here it's huge as you can see and you have to Lug things over that and back out again” ▶️ 00:13:03
🎯 Verdict: A fantastic, beautifully priced small electric car that wins on real-world efficiency, ride quality, and daily usability, making it one of the most compelling EV buys on the market.
👤 Autogefühl
📅 09.10.2024
⏱️ 33:29 min
👁️ 206.743 vizualizări
💬 842 comentarii
⭐ +1.7/2
TL;DR Summary: Autogefühl delivers a comprehensive 33-minute analysis examining build quality, materials, steering feel, and EV efficiency.
Key Pros 👍
- Direct steering with great feedback. „The steering ratio is quick, giving you immediate agility in urban roundabouts.” ▶️ 00:18:10
- Animal-free sustainable interior options. „The recycled textiles feel tactile, modern, and ecologically honest.” ▶️ 00:09:40
Key Cons 👎
- Hard plastics lower in the cabin. „Lower door cards and center tunnel rely on hard scratchy polymers.” ▶️ 00:13:50
🎯 Verdict: A stellar urban runabout that proves electric cars can have immense emotional character.