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

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Running costs

Renault's junior hot hatch won't break the bank in terms of running costs. An insurance group rating of eight means it should be affordable for most and thanks to decent emissions, road tax will be reasonable. It's pretty economical too - averaging 40mpg.

Summary Running Costs
Servicing period	18,000 miles or two years.
Warranty	Three years/60,000 miles.
Road tax (12 months)	£135.00 - £170.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO₂ emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO₂ emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

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3.5 out of 5