A handful of patented images of the production-spec Renault 5 E-Tech have leaked online, showing the all-electric hatchback in full ahead of its global debut on February 26.
These images were recently published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and show that the electric hatchback will look very similar to the 2021 concept. It also looks very similar to the exclusive renderings that Carscoops published back in July and has all the right retro ingredients to be popular, particularly in Europe.
The front of the 5 E-Tech sports the updated Renault badge and includes LED headlights with an intriguing and sharp design not dissimilar to the concept. While the car has no traditional grille, the front fascia does sport three slim horizontal slats while found towards the base of the bumper is a large opening. Perhaps the most intriguing part of the hatch’s design is the black squares on the bumper that house the cute LED daytime running lights.
The new Renault 5 is a four-door with the handles for the rear doors hidden in the C-pillar. We can also see that the charging port is located on the front quarter panel and that the 5 E-Tech is fitted with black rocker panels. The example depicted in these images also has a black roof and black pillars with red accents, further adding to the quirky looks.
Found at the rear of the electric hatchback are LED taillights with an intricate light signature. There is also a subtle spoiler stretching out from the roof and a bumper clad in black. A set of silver and black wheels are also featured.
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Carscoops understands the Renault 5 E-Tech will be about 3.92 m (154.3 inches) long, making it shorter than the upcoming VW ID.2, the VW Polo, and the Renault Clio. Underpinning the car will be the company’s new CMF-BEV architecture, which shares 70% of its components with the CMF-B platform used by ICE models like the Renault Clio, Captur, and Dacia’s range of vehicles.
Power will come courtesy of a single electric motor. Reports vary on how much power this motor will provide but it should be in the region of 120 hp – 150 hp.
