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Renault R5 generations and tyre sizes

R5

I

1972 – 1984
Petrol27–118 kW (37–160 PS)Manual / Automatic
R5

II

1985 – 1987
Petrol, Diesel30–85 kW (41–116 PS)Manual / Automatic
R5

II (1. Facelift)

1987 – 1993
Petrol, Diesel33–85 kW (45–116 PS)Manual / Automatic
R5 R5 III

R5 IIIElectric

2024 – Now
Electric90–397 kW (122–540 PS)Automatic307–405 km Range

EV tyres

For electric cars we recommend EV-specific tyres with low rolling resistance and reinforced load rating to protect range and handle instant torque.

For the Renault R5 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442 (rated 8.1/10) and Falken EuroWinter HS01 (rated 8.0/10). The Renault R5 uses 6 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Renault R5 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Renault R5

Best tyres for Renault R5 by category

Best for dry
Uniroyal MS Plus 77
7.5/10
Best for wet
Uniroyal MS Plus 77
7.9/10
Best for comfort
Falken EuroWinter HS01
7.7/10
Best for noise
Falken EuroWinter HS01
7.8/10
Best for snow
Uniroyal MS Plus 77
8.3/10
Best budget
Barum Polaris 3
7.7/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442
8.1/10

Tyre comparison for Renault R5

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept RS W4428.1----Upper-middle75%
2Falken EuroWinter HS018.07.87.47.87.7Upper-middle50%
3Barum Polaris 37.7----Budget50%
4Debica Frigo 27.5----Budget50%
5Uniroyal MS Plus 777.47.97.57.47.4Upper-middle50%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Renault R5?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Renault R5 are: Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442 (8.1/10), Falken EuroWinter HS01 (8.0/10), Barum Polaris 3 (7.7/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Renault R5?
The Renault R5 uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 155/70 R13, 220/55 R390, 145/70 R13, 195/55 R13, 195/60 R18.
How many generations does the Renault R5 have?
The Renault R5 has 4 generations, from 1972 to 2024.
What is the best budget tyre for Renault R5?
The highest-rated budget option for Renault R5 is the Barum Polaris 3 with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Renault R5?
For wet road performance on Renault R5, the top-rated tyres are Uniroyal MS Plus 77 (7.9/10) And Falken EuroWinter HS01 (7.8/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442 good for Renault R5?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442 is the top-rated tyre for Renault R5 with a rating of 8.1/10. It covers 75% of Renault R5 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Renault R5?
To choose the right tyres for Renault R5: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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