Renault 5 (France, 1985-1996)

In 1984, Renault presented the second generation of the ‘5’ at the Paris Auto Salon. This new R5 is mostly referred to as ‘Superfive’, or in its homeland language (French) ‘Supercinq’.
In 1985 the French brand set off the production of the second and ultimate generation of the Renault 5.

Aesthetic changes are very evident when compared to the previous generation, as its bodywork is totally renovated, even though the design maintains its traditional styling roots.
There were also some mechanic alterations, such as the use of a simpler suspension and a transverse powertrain.

The production of the Renault Super 5 went on through the 1990’s but it would soon be replaced by a new Renault model, the Clio, in the beginning of the decade. Finally, the French automaker put an end to the R5’s 24-year lifetime in 1996.