Up next Green Flash: A 1936 Cord 810 Reborn as an EV Published on August 25, 2026 Author Jerome Andre Tags Renault 4 Renault 5 (Le Car) Twingo EV conversion R-Fit Electric powertrain Retrofit kit Vintage cars Safety and comfort features Modern comforts, Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 Classic Renault EV Conversions Give Vintage Cars New Life The classic Renault 4, Renault 5 (Le Car in the United States), and Twingo are now available with all-electric powertrains thanks to a partnership between French carmaker Renault and EV specialist R-Fit. Now, owners of these European vintage models can install the EV conversion at one of R-Fit’s garages, giving their cars a new lease on life. The retrofit kit has a battery pack, electric motor, and an onboard charging. The kit for the Renault 4 is available now for 11,900 euros ($12,800). The kits for both the Renault 5 and first-generation Twingo will be available at a later date. In addition to adding an all-electric powertrain to these vintage cars, the retrofit kit includes several features that improve safety and comfort, such as automatic headlights, rear parking sensors, and heated seats. It also adds modern comforts such as Bluetooth connectivity and USB ports to stay connected while on the road.
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