Renault 5 Turbo 3E Brings Back the Legendary R5 as a 555-HP Electric Beast
D.Novikov
An exclusive electric revival of the 1980s icon, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E packs 555 hp, 0-100 in under 3.5s, and a €160k price tag. Only 1,980 units, deliveries start 2026.
Renault is gearing up to launch the 5 Turbo 3E, an electric revival of the legendary wide-body R5. Early customers have already sat in prototypes and completed a few laps around the Spa-Francorchamps circuit, with deliveries set to begin in December 2026.
A limited run of just 1,980 units will be produced, and the price reflects its exclusivity: the base Renault 5 Turbo 3E costs €160,000 (roughly $185,700 or 13.4 million rubles at current exchange rates). A deposit of €50,000 is required to secure a reservation. This is far more than just a hot hatch—it’s a collector’s toy for those seeking a modern take on the iconic R5 Turbo from the 1980s.
Under the skin, this car is far more serious than the standard Renault 5 E-Tech. The Turbo 3E is the first model to ride on the new Alpine Performance Platform (APP). The same aluminum architecture will later underpin the next-generation electric Alpine A110. Production will take place at Alpine’s historic plant in Dieppe, which also builds the A390 crossover. Planned output is about 600 cars per year, and according to sources, orders have already reached roughly 1,100 units.
The Renault 5 Turbo 3E features two electric motors integrated directly into the rear wheels, delivering a combined 555 hp and 4,800 Nm of torque. The electric car sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in under 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 270 km/h. Weight is kept to 1,450 kg thanks to a carbon-fiber structure.
The 70-kWh battery pack is positioned behind the seats, as this is a strict two-seater. Range is claimed at over 400 km on the WLTP cycle. An 800-volt architecture supports DC fast charging at up to 350 kW, allowing the battery to replenish from 15 to 80 percent in about 15 minutes.
Visually, the Turbo 3E is closer to the original R5 Turbo than to the modern standard R5. Only a few parts from the production E-Tech carry over, such as the windshield, mirrors, and tail lights, while the headlights pay homage to the first Renault 5 from 1972. Customers can also expect extensive personalization options.
Before sales begin, Renault will continue to showcase the car at major events, including Le Mans Classic Legends and the Goodwood Festival of Speed. For the brand, this isn’t just an expensive low-volume EV—it’s a way to remind everyone that nostalgia doesn’t have to be soft and cute; it can be fast, noisy even without a combustion engine, and very, very expensive.
