Renault

5 E-Tech 52kWh

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-08

Iconic Renault 5 reborn electric — playful retro styling, sharp handling, great value in Ireland.

🏆 European Car of the Year 2025
Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh — electric car Ireland 2026
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€29,045 After SEAI grant
410km WLTP ~325km real-world
410WLTP range km52kWh battery
325Real range kmIrish conditions est.
100Max DC kWFast charging
8.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€29,045Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity52 kWh
WLTP range410 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~325 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.0s
Top speed150 km/h
Torque245 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate100 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity277 L
Seats5
Dimensions
Length3,922 mm
Width1,770 mm
Height1,499 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range410km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~325km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Renault highlights

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Alpine sport credentials
Renault 5 developed with Alpine — driver-focused small EV
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CMF-B EV platform
Renault 5 built on dedicated small EV architecture
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ElectriCity French manufacturing
Renault 5 and Mégane built in France — Renault's EV cluster

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€32,545
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
Net price after grants€29,045

ℹ️ This list price already reflects Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles (up to €2,278 depending on OMSP) — it is not an additional deduction on top of the SEAI grant above.

💡 Savings of €3,500 shown above via the SEAI Private Car Grant. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 VRT relief €2,278 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€457
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€932
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,243/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the 5 E-Tech costs approximately €457 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 5 E-Tech — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500). List prices already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
5 E-Tech 40kWh Evolution
Entry
40kWh · 312km €27,545€24,045
5 E-Tech 52kWh Techno
Most Popular
52kWh · 410km €32,545€29,045
5 E-Tech 52kWh iconic
Top Spec
52kWh · 410km €34,545€31,045

Prices include 23% VAT and already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. Net prices shown after the SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price is €50,000 or less) only. Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 5 E-Tech on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 65km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 105km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 15km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 65km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 6+ days between home charges

Based on ~325km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the 5 E-Tech right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 277L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)❌ Not rated for towing
Private buyer (SEAI grant)✅ €3,500 grant
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Retro supermini city car.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~8h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~5h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~44min
🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~22min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS (Renault 5, Mégane, Scénic, Kangoo). Note: the older Zoe uses CHAdeMO for DC — CHAdeMO points in Ireland are limited to ESB ecars older units.

Renault's Mobilize Power Solutions provides home charging installation through the Renault dealer network. The Renault 5 E-Tech and newer models use CCS for DC charging — compatible with all major Irish rapid networks. The older Zoe uses CHAdeMO, which limits DC options in Ireland.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length3,922 mm
Width1,770 mm
Height1,499 mm
Boot capacity277 L
TowingNot rated
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh

The Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh has an Irish list price of €32,545 (including 23% VAT and reflecting Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500, the net cost is approximately €29,045. The range starts from €27,545 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh has a WLTP official range of 410km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 325km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. The Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€50k (cap reduced from €60k on 31 July 2026). Apply via seai.ie after purchase. Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles (up to €2,278 depending on OMSP) is also already reflected in the list price above. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €457. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €932. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
The Zoe is Renault's older EV (2013–2024) based on a converted platform with CHAdeMO DC charging. The Renault 5 E-Tech (2024 onwards) is a ground-up EV design on the CMF-B EV platform with CCS DC charging, longer range and modern interior. The Zoe is no longer in production; the Renault 5 is its replacement and a significantly more capable car for Irish drivers who use public rapid chargers.
The Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh supports up to 100kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 8 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 44 minutes. At the maximum 100kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 22 minutes.
The Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Renault 5 E-Tech 52kWh is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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