Overview
- Renault opened orders for the 2027 model‑year 5 E‑Tech on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, and confirmed that on‑the‑road prices start at £21,495 with the car still qualifying for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant.
- Both battery options see modest WLTP gains attributed to improved aerodynamics and revised battery electronics, with the 40kWh Urban model now rated at 197 miles and the 52kWh Comfort models at 259 miles.
- A new SmartMode automatically switches between Eco, Comfort and Sport based on driving behaviour and the previous Multi‑Sense steering‑wheel button has been removed, though modes remain selectable via the touchscreen or voice.
- The update adds a cooled magnetic Qi2 wireless phone charger claimed to restore up to 50% battery in an hour, an updated eCall system for newer mobile networks, and an optional over‑the‑air upgrade to Google’s Gemini assistant.
- Renault has expanded personalisation with new colours, sticker packs and interior trims while keeping the car’s styling and platform unchanged, a move aimed at improving real‑world usability and sustaining affordability in the busy small‑EV market.