Renault has finally launched the all-electric Renault R5 Turbo 3E which is based on the platform from the first version of the R5 turbo but with electric power and a more aggressive look.
The Renault R5 Turbo 3E carries two electric motors at the rear axle, which can produce a power output of 375 hp. With this dual electric motor, the R5 Turbo 3E is claimed to be able to accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 124 mph. The electric motor is powered by a 42-kwh battery.
Like the conventional engine version of the R5, the R5 Turbo 3E can only accommodate two seats. But instead of filling the engine for the rear passenger seat, the Renault design team installed a roll cage.
The Renault R5 Turbo 3E itself was made as a drifting car. This electric car has a number of features typical of a gymkhana-style vehicle driven by Ken Block, such as wide rear tires, a special handbrake lever and a 50-plus steering angle.
In the interior, the ten analog dials that were previously on the old R5 Turbo are now replaced by ten small digital displays. Inside the cabin is also installed a racing bucket seat made of carbon fiber, seat belts, and a steering wheel which are all made by Sabelt.
Although it is unlikely that it will enter production, the electric powertrain carried by the R5 Turbo 3E is likely to be embedded in the next-generation Renault 5. In addition, Alpine is also rumored to be making a Renault 5 electric tuned version.
Renault will showcase the R5 Turbo 3E at the 2022 Paris Auto Show on October 17. In addition to the R5 Turbo 3E, Renault will also showcase the modern Renault 4 and the Alpine concept.
