Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh vs Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp
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General Info
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) is announced, but not yet in production. The Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €10999 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | France |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €24900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10999 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 4.5 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023).
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 260 km | 300 km |
| Range (GCC) | 224 km | 255 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 36.8 kWh | 43 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 32.3 kWh | 40 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.93 km/kWh | 6.38 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 5.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 80 kW, while the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) maxes out at 40 kW.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW | 80 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 5.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 61 kW | 70 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 82 hp | 95 hp |
| Motor Torque | 210 Nm | 215 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.9 s | 10 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.8 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023).
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3600 mm | 3922 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1645 mm | 1808 mm |
| Height | 1492 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2417 mm | 2540 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp (2025-...) 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 95hp (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 95hp |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 250 l | 326 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 923 l | 1106 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 4.2 |
