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Fiat Grande Panda vs Renault 5 E-Tech

Fiat Grande Panda vs Renault 5 E-Tech

The Fiat Grande Panda and Renault 5 E-Tech are small electric hatchbacks aimed at the entry-level EV segment. Both target urban drivers and budget-focused buyers. The Grande Panda leans toward simple daily use with a practical layout. The Renault 5 E-Tech targets buyers who want compact size with stronger performance and more tech.

Range figures sit close in base trims. The Grande Panda delivers around 320 km WLTP, while the Renault 5 E-Tech reaches up to about 400 km with the larger battery. Charging speeds are similar on paper, with both reaching about 100 kW DC fast charging. The Grande Panda can charge 10 to 80 percent in about 25 to 30 minutes, while the Renault 5 E-Tech sits in a similar window depending on battery size.

Pricing places both in the affordable EV category, with the Grande Panda starting lower, around the €25k range or below in some markets, while the Renault 5 E-Tech sits slightly higher depending on trim. Both models launch in Europe first, with expansion tied to regional EV demand. This page helps you choose between a lower-cost city EV and a more refined small EV with longer range and better performance.

Within Fiat lineup, the Grande Panda sits alongside models like the 500e and targets basic mobility. Within Renault lineup, the Renault 5 E-Tech aligns with models like the Megane E-Tech and offers a step above entry-level in design and driving dynamics.

The Grande Panda offers lower price, simple usability, and solid charging, but has shorter range and basic tech; the Renault 5 E-Tech offers longer range, better performance, and more advanced interior, but costs more and has tighter rear space.

QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Grande Panda if your focus is low cost and city driving. Pick the Renault 5 E-Tech if you want more range, stronger performance, and a more refined setup.

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	Fiat Grande Panda Renault 5 E-Tech

Price	$25,000.00 $25,000.00
Our Rating	5.2 6.2
Brand	Fiat RENAULT
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

Renault 5 E-Tech 95 HP 40 kWh
Renault 5 E-Tech 120 HP 40 kWh
Renault 5 E-Tech 150 HP 52 kWh

LAUNCH

Announced	2024, June 17 2024, February 26
Status	Available to order. Released 2024, October Available to order. Released 2025, May Available to order. Released 2024, November Available to order. Released 2024, November
Country of origin	France
Base Price	€ 25,000 € 25,000 € 28,000 € 33,000 £ 27,000

PERFORMANCE

Power	FWD 113 hp (83 kW) FWD 95 hp (70 kW) FWD 120 hp (90 kW) FWD 150 hp (110 kW)
Torque	90 lb-ft (122 Nm) 215 Nm (159 lb-ft) 225 Nm (166 lb-ft) 245 Nm (181 lb-ft)
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	11 sec 0-62 mph 9 sec 0-62 mph 8 sec 0-62 mph
Max Speed	82 mph (132 km/h) 87 mph (140 km/h) 87 mph (140 km/h) 93 mph (150 km/h)
transmission	Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	43.8 kWh usable, 44 kWh total 40 kWh usable, 43 kWh total 40 kWh usable, 43 kWh total 52 kWh usable
Tech	Air-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NMC battery (400V type)
Range	199 mi WLTP 186 mi WLTP 186 mi WLTP 255 mi WLTP
Consumption	280 Wh/mi WLTP 233 Wh/mi WLTP 240 Wh/mi WLTP
Recuperation	Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 7 kW, 20-80% in 3 h 43 min Type 2 11 kW, 20-80% in 2 h 55 min Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 3 hours 30 min Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 3 hours 30 min Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 4 hours 30 min
DC Charging	CCS 100 kW max, 20-80% in 32 min No CCS 80 kW, 15-80% in 30 min CCS 100 kW, 15-80% in 30 min
Others	V2L & V2G bi-directional charging (up to 3.7 kW)

BODY

Type	5 door hatchback, 5 seats 5 door hatchback, 5 seats
Platform	Smart Car AmpR Small
Dimensions	157.4 x 69.4 x 61.8 in (3999 x 1763 x 1570 mm) 3920 x 1770 x 1500 mm (154.3 x 69.7 x 59.1 in)
Drag Co-Efficient	100.0 in (2540 mm)
Wheelbase	2540 mm (100.0 in)
Clearance	145 mm (5.7 in)
Weight	EU: 3331 lb unladen, 4376 lb gross EU: 1350 kg unladen EU: 1350 kg unladen EU: 1450 kg unladen
Suspension	Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheels	R16, R17 R18
Trunk/Boot	EU: 12.7 ft³, 46.4 ft³ max EU: 326 l
Frunk/Bonnet	No No
Towing	EU: 1213 lb unbraked, 1213 lb braked EU: 500 kg unbraked

DISPLAYS

Centre	10.25" touchscreen 10" touchscreen
Driver's Display	Yes 7" or 10.1"
Head-Up	No No

COMFORT

Seats	Heated front seats Heated front seats
Roof	No glass roof No sunroof
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, reversing camera, park assist
Connectivity	Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags	Side airbags, front, head airbag system Yes
Driving Aids	Front radar (unconfirmed), Active Driver Assist, High Beam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Occupant Safe Exit