Global EV Comparison: Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp vs Peugeot e-208 54 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) has a starting price of €27900, compared to the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...), which starts at €37525.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €27900 | €37525 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...).
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 312 km | 433 km |
| Range (GCC) | 265 km | 373 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 43 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 40 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 13.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.63 km/kWh | 7.34 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) maxes out at 80 kW.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 80 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 4.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 90 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 120 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.7 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) is wider and taller, but the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) is longer.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3922 mm | 4055 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1808 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1498 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) features a larger trunk, but the Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are 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 Peugeot e-208 54 kWh (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp | Peugeot e-208 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 309 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 1118 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 3.5 |
