The Renault 5 has been named the best car of 2025, beating six other contenders in the final: Alfa Romeo Junior, Citroën C3-ëC3, Cupra Terramar, Dacia Duster, Hyundai Inster and Kia EV3. This year's contest was more competitive than ever, as all finalists had electrified versions and most of them were 100 per cent electric.
With this win, the Renault 5 took the baton from the Renault Scenic, which won the main continental honour in 2024. This is the second time in the 62-year history of the Car Of The Year competition that one brand has won the crown twice in a row. The previous ones were in 1995 and 1996 with the Fiat Punto and Fiat Bravo.
The winner was chosen by a 60-member jury of automotive journalists from Europe's leading media, with Renault CEO Fabrice Cambolive and Alpine CEO Philippe Krief taking the honours from the manufacturers.
Voting results:
- Renault 5 - 353 points
- Kia EV3 - 291 points
- Citroën C3-ëC3 - 215 points
- Hyundai Inster - 172 points
- Dacia Duster - 168 points
- Cupra Terramar - 165 points
- Alfa Romeo Junior - 136 points
Sales of the Renault 5 E-Tech electric will start later this year. The starting price for the electric hatchback will be €25,000. The model will be produced at Renault's plant in France.
Source: COTY
