Global EV Comparison: Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp vs Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) has a starting price of €32900, compared to the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...), which starts at €23400.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €32900 | €23400 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 4.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...).
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 410 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 42.3 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 40 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.71 km/kWh | 6.6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) maxes out at 88 kW.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.5 | 3.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | EESM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 110 kW | 70 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 150 hp | 94 hp |
| Motor Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 12.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 1.8 |
Dimensions
The Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3922 mm | 4020 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1808 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1498 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2663 mm |
Cargo and Towing
While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) provides more cargo room when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp | Dongfeng Box 42.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1524 kg | 1430 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 326 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 945 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.2 | 4.2 |
