Renault Twingo Renaultsport (08 on) - Review Review by David Ross on 04 September 2008 Last Updated: 09 August 2010 The Renaultsport name has built up a strong reputation thanks to its performance versions of the Clio and Megane. The Twingo is the entry-level car into Renaultsport ownership and is designed to be an authentic hot hatch at an affordable price. It's powered by a 1.6-litre engine with a modest 133bhp but thanks to the Twingo's light weight it's impressively nippy and great fun to drive. It's certainly not as hardcore as its larger counterparts, however a Cup chassis is available which lowers the ride height and stiffens the suspension. Thanks to an affordable price tag and a low insurance rating, it's a good choice for younger drivers after a decent performance car that won't cost the earth to run. In 2010 Renault added the Twingo Gordini 133 to the range. The Gordini is powered by the same 133bhp 1.6-litre engine that features in the regular Renaultsport models but it is the design that sets this car apart. There's the go-faster stripes on the bonnet and tailgate and the interior receives the Gordini design treatment. 3.5 out of 5 Other Renault reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £13,565 View all new prices Used price range: £6,034 - £11,612 View all used prices Get a Renault Twingo Renaultsport (08 on) information pack Next steps Renault Twingo Renaultsport cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 29 models like this for sale, starting at £6,288. Find used Renault Twingo Renaultsports for sale Good fun to drive, peppy engine, funky hot hatch styling, good value Noisy at motorway speeds, not especially refined, cramped rear seats The Renaultsport name has built up a strong reputation thanks to its performance versions of the Clio and Megane. The Twingo is the entry-level car into Renaultsport ownership and is designed to be an authentic hot hatch at an affordable price. It's powered by a 1.6-litre engine with a modest 133bhp but thanks to the Twingo's light weight it's impressively nippy and great fun to drive. It's certainly not as hardcore as its larger counterparts, however a Cup chassis is available which lowers the ride height and stiffens the suspension. Thanks to an affordable price tag and a low insurance rating, it's a good choice for younger drivers after a decent performance car that won't cost the earth to run. In 2010 Renault added the Twingo Gordini 133 to the range. The Gordini is powered by the same 133bhp 1.6-litre engine that features in the regular Renaultsport models but it is the design that sets this car apart. There's the go-faster stripes on the bonnet and tailgate and the interior receives the Gordini design treatment. Driving & Performance Performance 3.5 out of 5"The Twingo Renaultsport comes with one engine - a 1.6-litre which produces 133bhp without using any..." Handling 4 out of 5"There are two different handling set-ups available in the Twingo Renaultsport - a standard model and..." Comfort Comfort 2.5 out of 5"The range-topping Twingo comes with Renaultsport front seats which offer better side support than..." Practicality 3.5 out of 5"Like the standard car the Renaultsport version of the Twingo offers the choice of maximising rear..." Equipment 4 out of 5"The Renaultsport Twingo comes well equipped with air conditioning, electric front windows, a CD..." Behind the wheel 3 out of 5"The Twingo has a modern feel inside, thanks in part to the central instrument binnacle with orange..." Costs Running costs 3.5 out of 5"Renault's junior hot hatch won't break the bank in terms of running costs. An insurance group rating..." Green credentials 3.5 out of 5"Thanks to a modest output from it's 1.6-litre engine the Twingo emits 165g/km of CO2 - not bad for a..." Safety & Reliability Safety 3.5 out of 5"The Twingo was awarded a four-star Euro NCAP crash safety rating which is on par with most..." Reliability 3.5 out of 5"This is an area Renault is committed to improving, and the Twingo should be one of the first models..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"The Renaultsport version of the Twingo is very good value with a price tag of less than £12,000." Buying used 4 out of 5"If you're after an affordable hot hatch that's won't cost the earth to run or insure then the Twingo..." Selling 3 out of 5"You should have few problems selling a Twingo Renaultsport. They're not as prevalent as the more..." Gallery View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Renault Twingo cars for sale We have 29 models like this for sale. Find Renault Twingo cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures