That relatively low weight helps the 5 E-Tech in two key areas, namely performance and range. Renault says the 148-hp, 52-kWh version accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about 7.8 seconds on the way ...

The Renault 5 E-Tech is an electric reincarnation of a legendary, hugely popular French car. It's the European car of the year and has proved popular with buyers on the continent.

Turning a traditional car into a crossover isn’t something unheard of, as several automakers have done it, including Renault, whose Megane E-Tech isn’t a Megane at all. It officially greeted ...