Renault Twingo Renaultsport (08 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
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.
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Equipment

The Renaultsport Twingo comes well equipped with air conditioning, electric front windows, a CD stereo, 16-inch alloy wheels, stability control (ESP) which can be fully switched off, automatic headlamps, rain sensitive windscreen wipers, remote central locking, an alarm and immobiliser, a Renaultsport rev counter with gearchange reminder light, heated and electrically adjustable mirrors, front fog lights, sports seats plus a Renaultsport leather steering wheel and gear lever. The Renaultsport model also has a wider front and rear track than the standard car, plus a lower ride height and stiffened suspension. The £650 optional Cup chassis adds 17-inch anthracite alloys, even stiffer suspension and a further lowered suspension. Options include a Cool Pack which includes climate control and an electric panoramic sunroof. There are also plenty of optional graphics and stripes allowing you to personalise your Twingo.The Gordini 133 special edition receives additional equipment to the standard Twingo Renaultsport: this includes Gordini leather, detailed gearknob and surround, leather steering wheel with Gordini stripes, exclusive identification plate. meytallic paint, white GT spoiler, series badging, rev counter and Gordini carpet mats.

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  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • CD
  • Climate control
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Full size spare wheel
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Metallic Paint
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Remote locking
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Sports seats
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
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