Global EV Comparison: Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp vs Zoe Z.E. 50 R135
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General Info
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €27900. The Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €9950 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2019-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | France | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €27900 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €9950 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...).
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 312 km | 385 km |
| Range (GCC) | 265 km | 327 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 43 kWh | 54.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 40 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.63 km/kWh | 6.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 80 kW, while the Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 80 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) has more power, the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 90 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 120 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 9.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.7 | 2.5 |
Dimensions
The Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3922 mm | 4087 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 1945 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1808 mm | 1787 mm |
| Height | 1498 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2588 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 (2019-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Renault Zoe Z.E. 50 R135 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1400 kg | 1577 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 1225 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.2 |
