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Leapmotor B05 vs Renault 5
Selected trimStandard236 mi · 52 kWh · Not available
Selected trimEvolutionChange trim191 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Leapmotor B05 leads on motorway range, while the Renault 5 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Leapmotor B05 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Renault 5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault 5 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueRenault
Leapmotor
0
Renault
6
Motorway RangeLeapmotor
Leapmotor
5.4
Renault
4.2
FamilyRenault
Leapmotor
0
Renault
5.9
ChargingRenault
Leapmotor
0
Renault
3.5
Cost Per MileRenault
Leapmotor
7.9
Renault
8.8
City DrivingRenault
Leapmotor
8
Renault
8.7
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 | Leapmotor B05Base | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £22,995 |
| Official range | 236 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Boot space | Not available | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 31 min |
Size Comparison
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Leapmotor B05
Renault 5
Length
Leapmotor B054,195mm
Renault 53,922mm-273mm
Width
Leapmotor B051,810mm
Renault 51,808mm-2mm
Height
Leapmotor B051,575mm
Renault 51,498mm-77mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,195 mm | 3,922 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm | 1,808 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,020 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,498 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.3 m | 10.3 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare | 592 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | Not available | 326 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1106 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Leapmotor B05 Base |  Renault 5 Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.20m | 3.92m-273mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.81m-2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.50m-77mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.62m | 2.54m-80mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 145mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | Not available | 326L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1106L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.34m | 10.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,463kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh (better) | 40kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 236 mi (better) | 191 mi |
| Max DC Charge | Not available | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £22,995 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £21,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 236 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 197 miles (better) | 160 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 31 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | Not available | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh (better) | 40 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 225 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Leapmotor B05
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Renault 5
Evolution
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Leapmotor B05
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Renault 5 Evolution
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Leapmotor B05Base | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Leapmotor B05
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Renault 5
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Leapmotor B05
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Renault 5
- £21,6622026Car360View
- £19,8992025Car360View
- £29,6992026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Leapmotor B05 and Renault 5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 197 miles for the Leapmotor B05 and 160 miles for the Renault 5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Leapmotor B05 goes roughly 37 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Leapmotor B05 or the Renault 5?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 592 mm of total clearance for the Renault 5 and about 590 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor B05.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Leapmotor B05 or the Renault 5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Leapmotor B05 and 84% for the Renault 5. That gives the Leapmotor B05 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Leapmotor B05's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Renault 5's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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