Renault 5 E-Tech: real-world range vs WLTP
The Renault 5 E-Tech has an official WLTP range of 191 mi–252 mi from a 52 kWh usable battery. Lab figures rarely match the road, so here is what to really expect — and a calculator to tune it to your weather, route and battery health.
What range to really expect
Winter (−10 °C)
167 mi
66% of WLTP
Warm weather (30 °C)
239 mi
95% of WLTP
Motorway
196 mi
78% of WLTP
City
272 mi
108% of WLTP
Estimates for an as-new battery, based on the Renault 5 E-Tech (2025). Cold weather and motorway speeds cut range the most; town driving recovers some through regenerative braking.
Trims & specifications
| Trim | Year | WLTP range | Usable battery | WLTP consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV52 | 2025 | 252 mi | 52 kWh | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| EV40 | 2025 | 191 mi | 40 kWh | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Comfort Range 52 kWh | 2024 | 252 mi | 52 kWh | 15.4 kWh/100 km |
| Urban Range 40 kWh | 2024 | 194 mi | 40 kWh | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
Estimate Renault 5 E-Tech range for your conditions
Estimated real range
Estimated real range
227 mi
90% of WLTP
WLTP range
252 mi
Real-world use
4.37 mi/kWh
Where the range goes
Your car & conditions
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How to read these numbers
Each estimate takes the Renault 5 E-Tech WLTP range and applies a transparent derate for temperature, driving profile, climate use and battery health. They are guides, not guarantees — your own efficiency, tyres, load and route all matter, so use the calculator above to match your situation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the real range of the Renault 5 E-Tech in winter?
- In cold weather (around −10 °C) with the heating on, expect roughly 167 mi from the Renault 5 E-Tech — well below its WLTP rating, because batteries lose capacity in the cold and cabin heating draws extra power.
- How far does the Renault 5 E-Tech go on the motorway?
- At sustained motorway speeds the Renault 5 E-Tech manages about 196 mi. High speed is the single biggest drain on an EV, so motorway range is noticeably shorter than the WLTP figure.
- Why is the Renault 5 E-Tech real range lower than WLTP?
- WLTP is measured in a controlled lab cycle. Real driving adds cold or hot weather, higher speeds, climate control and an ageing battery — together they typically cut range by 20–40%, which is what these estimates reflect.