Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S vs Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq

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0-100 winner Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S 7.9 s Runner-up: 8.0 s

Range winner Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S 570 km Runner-up: 400 km

Power winner Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S 204 hp Runner-up: 150 hp

Cargo winner Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S 385 L Runner-up: 277 L

Price winner Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq $29,990 Runner-up: $39,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S against the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.9 seconds, compared with 8.0 seconds for 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has the higher listed output at 204 hp; 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is rated at 150 hp, a difference of 54 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S at 310 Nm and 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq at 245 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S carries the longer listed range at 570 km, against 400 km for 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq. 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the lower recorded consumption at 13.0 kWh/100km; 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S is listed at 14.4 kWh/100km. 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 170 kW, compared with 100 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 385 litres versus 277 litres, a difference of 108 litres. 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S is 339 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the lower listed starting price at $29,990, compared with $39,900 for 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S. 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification	Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S2026	Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq2025
Performance
0-100 km/h	7.9 s	8.0 s
Top Speed	160 km/h	150 km/h
Power	204 hp	150 hp
Torque	310 Nm	245 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range	570 km	400 km
Battery	82 kWh	52 kWh
Efficiency	14.4 kWh/100km	13 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions	0 g/km	0 g/km
DC Charging	170 kW	100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length	4,261 mm	3,922 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm	140 mm
Cargo	385 L	277 L
Curb Weight	1,856 kg	1,449 kg
Seats	5	5
Turning Circle	10.2 m	10.2 m
Starting MSRP	$39,900	$29,990

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S vs Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.9 seconds, versus 8.0 seconds for 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has the higher listed top speed at 160 km/h (99 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has more power at 204 hp, a 54 hp advantage over 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq.

Which has more range, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has the longer listed range at 570 km (354 miles), versus 400 km (249 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has the larger listed battery at 82.0 kWh, compared with 52.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S has more listed cargo space at 385 litres (13.6 cu ft), versus 277 litres (9.8 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S is heavier at 1,856 kg (4,092 lb), while 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq is listed at 1,449 kg (3,194 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $29,990 USD, compared with $39,900 USD for 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S or the 2025 Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Cinq?

2026 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.