Renault and Peugeot Compare Electric Revivals of Group B Rally Legends
The Renault 5 Turbo 3E and Peugeot e-T16 have been compared as electric successors to legendary Group B rally models. Renault is already preparing a limited production run of its model, while Peugeot has so far unveiled a concept that could become a production car by 2027.
The comparison was conducted using photographs and technical specifications, without a joint test drive. The Renault 5 Turbo 3E retains rear-wheel drive and features two electric motors with a combined output of 555 hp; acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes less than 3.5 seconds. The Peugeot e-T16 employs all-wheel drive, three electric motors producing 816 hp, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds.
Both models feature a three-door body with widened fenders, large splitters, side skirts, diffusers, and rear wings. The interiors include two bucket seats, safety cages, and vertical hydraulic handbrakes for controlled drifts. The Renault features a conventional dashboard based on the R5 E-Tech, while the Peugeot showcases a conceptual Hypersquare steering wheel and a wide 21-inch screen.
The Renault 5 Turbo 3E will be produced in a limited series and is already available for order in Europe, the UK, the Middle East, Japan, and Australia. The first deliveries are expected in 2027. The Peugeot e-T16 remains a concept for now, though the brand’s CEO has suggested it could become a production model.
