R5 GT Turbo Street Version White SW

R5 GT Turbo Street Version White SW

The Renault 5 GT Turbo is one of the most iconic hot hatchbacks of the 1980s, produced by Renault between 1985 and 1991. Developed as a high-performance version of the Renault 5 supermini, it was designed to compete directly with rivals such as the Peugeot 205 GTI and Ford Fiesta XR2, bringing turbocharged performance to the lightweight hatchback segment.

Powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged inline-four engine, the Renault 5 GT Turbo delivered impressive power for its size, combining rapid acceleration with agile handling thanks to its compact chassis and low kerb weight. Its turbocharged “Cléon” engine, paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, gave the car a distinctive surge of boost that made it a standout performer on both road and track-inspired competition events.

In motorsport, the Renault 5 GT Turbo became a popular choice in Group N and rallycross competition, particularly across Europe, where its affordability and strong performance made it a competitive entry-level rally car. Its small dimensions and sharp steering response made it especially effective on tight, technical stages.

For slot car enthusiasts and collectors, the Renault 5 GT Turbo is a perfect representation of 1980s Group N rally and hot hatch culture. Its boxy yet aggressive styling, period-correct rally liveries, and turbocharged character make it an exciting and highly detailed subject for slot car modelling, ideal for recreating classic club rally stages and historic tarmac circuits.

1:32 Scale model produced by Fly Car Model, with lots of details as based on the prototype, this model will surely be a proud part of your slot car collection. This model includes lots of added features including Rubber tyres, fitted Copper braids and a powerful motor.

Features

• 1:32 Scale Model
• Fitted Magnet
• Copper Braids
• Rubber Tyres
• Clear Plastic Display Box

Details:

The Renault 5 GT Turbo is one of the most iconic hot hatchbacks of the 1980s, produced by Renault between 1985 and 1991. Developed as a high-performance version of the Renault 5 supermini, it was designed to compete directly with rivals such as the Peugeot 205 GTI and Ford Fiesta XR2, bringing turbocharged performance to the lightweight hatchback segment.

Powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged inline-four engine, the Renault 5 GT Turbo delivered impressive power for its size, combining rapid acceleration with agile handling thanks to its compact chassis and low kerb weight. Its turbocharged “Cléon” engine, paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, gave the car a distinctive surge of boost that made it a standout performer on both road and track-inspired competition events.

In motorsport, the Renault 5 GT Turbo became a popular choice in Group N and rallycross competition, particularly across Europe, where its affordability and strong performance made it a competitive entry-level rally car. Its small dimensions and sharp steering response made it especially effective on tight, technical stages.

For slot car enthusiasts and collectors, the Renault 5 GT Turbo is a perfect representation of 1980s Group N rally and hot hatch culture. Its boxy yet aggressive styling, period-correct rally liveries, and turbocharged character make it an exciting and highly detailed subject for slot car modelling, ideal for recreating classic club rally stages and historic tarmac circuits.