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Audi S e-tron GT vs Renault 5 Turbo 3E
Selected trimStandard373 mi · 105 kWh · £108,825
Selected trimStandard249 mi · 70 kWh · £135,000
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi S e-tron GT leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Renault 5 Turbo 3E leads on charging speed and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi S e-tron GT if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Renault 5 Turbo 3E if...
- fast charging matters - it has 800V architecture for consistently fast DC charging
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi S e-tron GT leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueAudi
Audi
5.1
Renault
3.5
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
7.5
Renault
6.4
FamilyAudi
Audi
4.1
Renault
1.8
ChargingRenault
Audi
7.2
Renault
9.4
City DrivingRenault
Audi
1.5
Renault
4.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi S e-tron GTBase | Renault 5 Turbo 3EBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £108,825 (better) | £135,000 |
| Official range | 373 miles (better) | 249 miles |
| Boot space | 405 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min | 15 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 3.4 sec (better) | 3.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi S e-tron GT
Renault 5 Turbo 3E
Length
Audi S e-tron GT4,989mm
Renault 5 Turbo 3E4,080mm-909mm
Width
Audi S e-tron GT1,964mm-66mm
Renault 5 Turbo 3E2,030mm
Height
Audi S e-tron GT1,414mm
Renault 5 Turbo 3E1,380mm-34mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi S e-tron GTBase | Renault 5 Turbo 3EBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,989 mm | 4,080 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,964 mm (better) | 2,030 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,158 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,414 mm | 1,380 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 436 mm spare (better) | 370 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi S e-tron GTBase | Renault 5 Turbo 3EBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 (better) | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 405 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 85 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi S e-tron GT
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Renault 5 Turbo 3E
- Built on an 800 V architecture, one of 1 hatchback EVs we track with a 700 V+ battery system.
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 100% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi S e-tron GT Base |  Renault 5 Turbo 3E Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.99m | 4.08m-909mm |
| Width | 1.96m | 2.03m+66mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.16m | Not available |
| Height | 1.41m | 1.38m-34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.57m-330mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 405L | Not available |
| Frunk | 85L | Not available |
| Seats | 4 (better) | 2 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,385kg | 1,450kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 105kWh (better) | 70kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi (better) | 249 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 320kW | 350kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £108,825 (better) | £135,000 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2027+ |
* Audi S e-tron GT: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* Renault 5 Turbo 3E: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi S e-tron GTBase | Renault 5 Turbo 3EBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 373 miles (better) | 249 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 311 miles (better) | 207 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min | 15 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 320 kW | 350 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 105 kWh (better) | 70 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi S e-tron GTBase | Renault 5 Turbo 3EBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.4 sec (better) | 3.5 sec |
| Power | 500 kW (better) | 410 kW |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 4800 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Watch the reviews
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Audi S e-tron GT
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi S e-tron GT Base
Audi S e-tron GT Base
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Renault 5 Turbo 3E Base
Renault 5 Turbo 3E Base
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi S e-tron GTBase | Renault 5 Turbo 3EBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Audi S e-tron GT
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault 5 Turbo 3E worth the extra £26,175 over the Audi S e-tron GT?
The Renault 5 Turbo 3E costs £26,175 more than the Audi S e-tron GT. For that premium it adds 30 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Audi S e-tron GT is not just cheaper - it also offers 124 miles more WLTP range, 90 kW more power and 2 more seats (4 versus 2). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi S e-tron GT comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi S e-tron GT or the Renault 5 Turbo 3E?
The Audi S e-tron GT is £26,175 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £192 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi S e-tron GT comes out roughly £26,175 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi S e-tron GT and Renault 5 Turbo 3E like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 311 miles for the Audi S e-tron GT and 207 miles for the Renault 5 Turbo 3E - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi S e-tron GT goes roughly 104 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 15-18 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi S e-tron GT or the Renault 5 Turbo 3E?
The Audi S e-tron GT is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 66 mm narrower than the Renault 5 Turbo 3E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 436 mm of total clearance for the Audi S e-tron GT and about 370 mm of total clearance for the Renault 5 Turbo 3E.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi S e-tron GT or the Renault 5 Turbo 3E?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi S e-tron GT and 84% for the Renault 5 Turbo 3E. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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