If you wanted to re-enact the classic Jekyll and Hyde story in the automotive world, you’d surely cast the humble Renault 5 in the starring role. In the opening scenes, you’d have this cheerful and humble hatchback that Europeans loved for its practicality, affordability, and placid nature. But in Act Two, things would take a very dark turn, as a turbocharged, mid-engine monster would emerge as a vehicle that would terrorize the motorsports community and leave a big mark on performance car culture. This is the story of the Renault 5 Turbo 2 – that enthusiasts can now import to the United States.
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