Renault Twingo (07 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on 01 November 2007

Last Updated: 12 April 2012

Renault introduced the Twingo to UK buyers in 2007, providing an alternative to other small cars aimed at city drivers. It is actually the second-generation Twingo - the first only being offered for sale in left-hand drive in mainland Europe. The original won friends elsewhere for its excellent use of interior space and characterful styling. The second-generation model is less quirky than its predecessor, but promises more practicality and nippy engines. However, the Twingo isn't as fun to drive as many small cars. In 2011 the Renault Twingo 1.2-litre 16v Bizu 3dr won the city car category in the Parkers cost of motoring awards. This model won the title thanks to its super-cheap purchase price and running costs. In February 2012 the Twingo was given a major cosmetic redesign, with a completely new front end, and tweaked interior look. The 1.2-litre engine remained while the model line-up was reduced to just the Dynamique trim.

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Easy to drive in town, practical interior design

Cheap feeling interior, not great fun to drive, many other small cars are cheaper to run, noisy engines, lacks refinement

Driving & Performance

Performance

2.5 out of 5
"There are three engine choices in the Twingo range. The entry-level models come with a 1.2-litre..."
Handling

2.5 out of 5
"The Twingo isn't particularly fun to drive, but is fairly competent on the road. In town the light..."

Comfort

Comfort

3 out of 5
"The Twingo has been designed to accommodate four adults but as it's only available with three doors,..."
Practicality

3.5 out of 5
"The Twingo offers the choice of maximising rear passenger space for one or both occupants, or..."
Equipment

4 out of 5
"The entry-level Freeway model (introduced in early 2009) is pretty sparse but does get a CD stereo,..."
Behind the wheel

3 out of 5
"The Twingo has quite a modern feel inside, thanks in part to the central instrument binnacle with..."

Costs

Running costs

3 out of 5
"The Twingo is slightly more expensive than other 'city' cars, but it is well equipped and feels more..."
Green credentials

3 out of 5
"Although the Twingo is quite frugal and has low carbon dioxide emissions, the levels are higher than..."

Safety & Reliability

Safety

3.5 out of 5
"Although front and side airbags are fitted, electronic stability control - which can help the driver..."
Reliability

3.5 out of 5
"This is an area where Renault is committed to improving, and the Twingo should be one of the first..."

Buying & Selling

Buying new

2.5 out of 5
"Prices for the Twingo Dynamique look a little steep compared to cars like the Peugeot 107 and Kia..."
Buying used

3.5 out of 5
"Although the GT will be popular, it will be more expensive than the Dynamique. Also check whether..."
Selling

3 out of 5
"GT models should be easy to sell given their performance. Expect Dynamique models without air..."