Renault isn’t messing around with its Twingo comeback. The 2025 version bursts onto the city car scene as an electric-only, five-door hatchback barely bigger than a Fiat 500 at just 3.75 metres long. It’s Renault’s bold answer to the onslaught of affordable Chinese EVs flooding the market.
Under that cute, compact exterior sits a 60 kW (82 hp) front-wheel-drive motor that hustles the 1,200 kg Twingo from 0 to 50 kph in under four seconds and hits a top speed capped at 130 kph (about 81 mph). It’s not about blistering pace it’s nimble, agile, and tailored for the stop-start chaos of city streets.
Range-wise, the Twingo packs a 27.5 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery good for up to 163 miles on the WLTP cycle, enough for most urban commuters who usually average only 22 miles per day. This battery chemistry helps keep prices down while still offering practical range.
Charging is smart too. Standard AC charging takes just over four hours, perfect for overnight at home, while a DC fast charger option can top up the battery to 80% in around 30 minutes solid flexibility for city dwellers on the move.
Renault hasn’t only shrunken a car; they’ve maximized practicality. The boot holds 360 litres with room to spare, and rear seats slide individually to give either more cargo space or extra legroom. Front passenger seats fold flat for carrying longer items: think supermarket runs or flat-pack furniture trips.
Inside, the Twingo packs modern tech despite its bite-sized form. The OpenR Link system features Google integration and Renault's voice assistant, "Reno," which talks to you smartly and can even schedule charging sessions remotely. For eco-conscious buyers, the car’s low weight and efficient powertrain mean not just low emissions, but low running costs.
Priced under £20,000, the Twingo is a tightrope walk between affordability and quality, targeting young urbanites who want smart, green, and stylish without breaking the bank. It’s Renault’s guerrilla strike on congested cities and the cheap EV invasion.
Twingo’s blend of charm, practical range, and wallet-friendly price could make it the new small EV to watch ... compact by size, but big on sense.
