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Renault’s classic 5 reborn as an EV in a new sustainability push – Engadget
Renault is increasing its bet on electric by announcing that it will launch 10 new EVs across brands, including a re-imagining of the classic Renault 5
With the Renault 5 (R5), the automaker is hoping to get the plan off to a strong start by offering a groovy, Mini-like EV. “The design of the Renault 5 Prototype is based on the R5, a cult model of our heritage. This prototype simply embodies modernity, a vehicle relevant to its time: urban, electric, attractive,” said design chief Gilles Vidal.
To that end, it features design touches like front headlights based on the original R5, a hood air intake that hides a charging hatch and a “5” on the side…
