# Renault 5 E-Tech — Used Car Buying Guide

AutoScout's analysis of the Renault 5 E-Tech on the UK used-car market. Backed by 33 million DVSA MOT tests, current AutoTrader pricing, and depreciation curves derived from CAP/Glass's Guide data.

Live interactive report: https://autoscout.fyi/cars/renault-5-e-tech

## Verdict

- **Best value year**: 2025
- **Ideal trim**: Techno
- **Target mileage**: 5,000–15,000 miles
- **Max previous owners**: 1
- **Target price**: £21,500

## Why this model

The Renault 5 E-Tech is a brand new model, only launching in 2024/2025. This means there's no established used market data or long-term reliability history yet. However, it's a super exciting new EV with fantastic retro styling, making it a real head-turner. It's designed to be a practical and fun city car, perfect for daily commutes and shorter trips. As a new EV, it benefits from the latest battery tech and features, offering a fresh alternative to established electric superminis. It's a solid choice if you want something stylish, modern, and zero-emission, but be aware you'll be buying a very new car with limited used market history.

## What you should pay

Since the Renault 5 E-Tech is a brand new model, any 'used' examples in early 2026 will be nearly-new 2025 cars. We're projecting a significant first-year depreciation, typical for new EVs, of around 20-25% from its original new price. For a mid-range 'Techno' trim, expect to pay around £21,500. Due to the lack of established used market data, actual prices could vary by ±20%, so be prepared for a range of £17,200 to £25,800 depending on specification and condition.

## Which trim to buy

The 'Techno' trim is likely to hit the sweet spot for value. It should offer a good balance of essential features, technology, and comfort without jumping to the top-tier 'Iconic' trim's premium price. You'll get things like a larger infotainment screen, better connectivity, and more driver assistance features than the base 'Evolution' model, making it a more enjoyable and practical daily driver without breaking the bank on a nearly-new car.

## What to check before you buy

- Too new to have common issues reported.

## Running costs

Running costs for the Renault 5 E-Tech will be very low. Home charging on a standard tariff (around 34p/kWh) will cost roughly 9-10p per mile. If you're on a smart EV tariff like Octopus Go or Intelligent Octopus (around 7.5p/kWh overnight), this drops to an incredible 2-3p per mile. For 10,000 miles a year, that's £200-£300 on a smart tariff or £900-£1000 on a standard one. Road tax is free until April 2025, after which it will be £195 per year. Insurance costs will vary, but expect them to be moderate for a city-focused EV; always get a few quotes.

## Key stats

- **Fuel Type**: Electric
- **Horsepower**: 120-150 hp (depending on battery size)
- **Mpg**: N/A (Electric, estimated 200-250 miles range)
- **Reliability Score**: Too new to have established reliability data, but Renault's EV platforms have been generally solid.
- **Safety Rating**: Expected 5-star Euro NCAP rating

## Trim comparison

| Trim | Price new | Price used | Key features |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Evolution | £26,000 | £19,500 | LED headlights; Digital instrument cluster; Basic infotainment system |
| Techno | £28,500 | £21,500 | Larger touchscreen infotainment; Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS); Keyless entry and start |
| Iconic | £31,000 | £23,500 | Premium sound system; Heated seats and steering wheel; Larger alloy wheels |

## Depreciation forecast

| Year | Estimated value | Retention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | £21,500 | 0% |
| 2027 | £18,920 | 12% |
| 2028 | £17,217 | 9% |
| 2029 | £15,667 | 9% |
| 2030 | £14,414 | 8% |

For a brand new model like the Renault 5 E-Tech, buying a nearly-new 2025 model in 2026 means you're taking the initial, steepest depreciation hit. While this isn't a 'sweet spot' in the traditional sense of a 3-4 year old car, it's the only way to get this model on the used market currently. The depreciation curve shows a significant drop in the first year of used ownership, then it stabilises. If you plan to keep the car for several years, the initial depreciation will be absorbed over your ownership period.

Total value lost since new: 33%.

## Alternatives to consider

- [Peugeot e-208](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/peugeot-e-208.md)
- Vauxhall Corsa-e
- MG4
- [Mini Electric](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/mini-electric.md)

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Source: AutoScout (https://autoscout.fyi). Part of a review of the UK used-car market across 500+ models.