NEW Renault Twingo: here’s what I LOVED and HATED

Is the new Renault Twingo the cutest vehicle release of 2026?

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This is the brand new Renault Twingo!

It's set to go on basic sale in the UK by the end of 2026, and with a targeted price tag of under ₤ 20,000, it might be the must-have budget-friendly vehicle of the year!

The question is: with such a low cost tag, is it more style over substance? Let's take a closer look …

In terms of the outside style, the new Twingo has a lot character! It remains loyal to the original's style while still looking modern. The eye-styled DRLs even more add to the cute design, and the automobile still looks terrific in this brilliant yellow colour. Along the side you'll find windows without seals, and at the back the taillights are shaped similarly to those at the front, once again more adding to the cars and truck's character.

Step within, and signs of the low rate tag start to reveal. Most of the cabin is covered in plastic, but it's not a surprise for a cars and truck at this cost point. Thankfully, however, there are a number of redeeming features, including physical climate controls, an infotainment screen with Google Maps integration, and floor mats with vibrant shapes that are likewise consisted of on the roofing lining!

The brand-new Twingo is a little automobile, so as a result, it has a small battery, clocking in at 27.5 kWh. This is good for a declared range of 163 miles, and it has a single motor driving the front wheels, which provides an overall of 82hp.

Renault hasn't confirmed the main cost of the Twingo yet, but we know the target is to have it cost under ₤ 20,000. The concern is, would you pick it over rivals like the Citroen e-CS and Hyundai Inster? Let us know which you 'd pick in the comments!

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Comments

83 responses to “NEW Renault Twingo: here’s what I LOVED and HATED”

  1. @UzairW Avatar
    @UzairW

    A small car having the ability to fold the front seat down and move the rear seats is honestly absolutely genius. I wish more cars had this, would make rear space for passenger especially kids (who should only be sat in the rear, not the front passenger seat, for safety) much more comfortable and even luxurious.

    1. @DongMcDing Avatar
      @DongMcDing

      I used to take my RX8 fishing because of the way they designed it it was amazing for putting long things in via the boot or doors. Those who know know

    2. @liamjohnhawkins4212 Avatar
      @liamjohnhawkins4212

      That was on the old Mitsubishi colt from 20 years ago. I had a diesel version. Amazing flexibility for Such a small car. I think it was also available on the smart 5 door

    3. @georgevisan973 Avatar
      @georgevisan973

      Identic with the new Dacia Spring (Chinese car)

    4. @LadyMory Avatar
      @LadyMory

      @georgevisan973 New Dacia Spring is made 100% in Europe

    5. @georgevisan973 Avatar
      @georgevisan973

      @LadyMory correct made in Europe with chinese parts :)))

  2. @borderlinesunshine9630 Avatar
    @borderlinesunshine9630

    Considering Micro mobility is a need in Urban Jungle, This car is a bargain.

  3. @HWRacing22 Avatar
    @HWRacing22

    Justice for Pierre!! 🐸

    1. @paululmet1171 Avatar
      @paululmet1171

      Justice for Tommy 🕺

    2. @Gadne92.5 Avatar
      @Gadne92.5

      😍

    3. @georgevisan973 Avatar
      @georgevisan973

      Identic with the new Dacia Spring

    4. @etbadaboum Avatar
      @etbadaboum

      I think he was kind of a monarchist though

    5. @TiptronicSS Avatar
      @TiptronicSS

      That was a very French test tbh 😂😂😂 The French did like to guillotine people. Just like the “people” France funded through Lafarge (in Syria).
      I think the Romans were a bit too hard on the French and they never really recovered. 😂

  4. @domantasracys9307 Avatar
    @domantasracys9307

    Renault is doing a wonderful job with these designs

    1. @MEMALARIO69 Avatar
      @MEMALARIO69

      They can clearly see what the people and the new gen likes🫪

    2. @fug33 Avatar
      @fug33

      yeah, new renaults and peugeots look really nice – to bad they lack the reliability which would make me consider buying them.

    3. @Member_zero Avatar
      @Member_zero

      Yeah – the one thing you can’t complain is the looks – all their new small EV range. Reault 5, Renault 4, and Twingo – just look so good. They nailed the nostalgic factor, while still looking futuristic and modern. And I like the colors. I think in design category the Renault is currently ahead of most companies.

    4. @georgevisan973 Avatar
      @georgevisan973

      Identic with the new Dacia Spring (Chinese car)

  5. @thejfg7741 Avatar
    @thejfg7741

    There’s actually a genius to keeping the volume controls on a stalk. I drive a Scenic and it means simply, you have less on the steering wheel. Important regularly used buttons like cruise can bugger and easier to reach.

    1. @WeirdSeagul Avatar
      @WeirdSeagul

      its something that journalists universally dislike cause they dont use the car for more than a few hours. In actual use they are very ergonomic. The stalk looks horrific on the A110 but its so easy to use on the move

    2. @thejfg7741 Avatar
      @thejfg7741

      @WeirdSeagulI agree. Makes sense on my Scenic and I can always use Google to change volume but it’s handy to have volume off the steering wheel

    3. @tiadaid Avatar
      @tiadaid

      Honestly the drive stalk could have easily been a button. That way there’s little to no clutter on the column.

      And yes, the volume stalk is very ergonomic. I said this every time Mat makes a complaint about it on every Renault he tests!

    4. @Pip-k3q Avatar
      @Pip-k3q

      got a 2021 zoe and love the media stalk very intuitive

    5. @md.abdullahalmamun1636 Avatar
      @md.abdullahalmamun1636

      Well, Tesla fans would say it should all be in a screen😂😂

  6. @PiotrPiotr-v2u Avatar
    @PiotrPiotr-v2u

    This is what EVs should be. Small, nimble city cars, not a 1200hp 2.8 ton SUV.

    1. @anshumansharma7928 Avatar
      @anshumansharma7928

      True

    2. @DongMcDing Avatar
      @DongMcDing

      I just smoked one of the jaguar suv things people think are fast in my stage2 single turbo converted Dmax. He fell for it too, they all do.

    3. @borderlinesunshine9630 Avatar
      @borderlinesunshine9630

      With better Fireproof batteries.

    4. @DongMcDing Avatar
      @DongMcDing

      ​@borderlinesunshine9630even normal battery fires are up massively btw. Cheapened processes and made in china by infants. Varta have went downhill fast, you can bust the bottom of them appart just pulling them along a garage floor now. Yuasa the better grey coloured ones are still decent but their cheap range isn’t what id put in anything i value. Motobat have fell off for the motorbikes. They’re a garage fire waiting to happen now. Ive seen optimate and ctek maintenance chargers completely reject brand new motobats recently

    5. @Talha_munnu Avatar
      @Talha_munnu

      @DongMcDing haha nice! love to see cocky ev owners get spanked by ice cars

  7. @mirthenary Avatar
    @mirthenary

    You watch. Actual physical buttons and dials will become a premium trim level

    1. @Frozander Avatar
      @Frozander

      The car is already out trim level doesn’t affect the cluster. I doubt they would just shaft the UK version. You just lose the precise climate control and get simple air conditioning.

    2. @youngdomsey Avatar
      @youngdomsey

      I think you are right. They will sell it to us as premium in a couple years.

    3. @mirthenary Avatar
      @mirthenary

      ​@Frozander oh I’m not referring to this car. I’m referring to all cars. It’s gonna become a luxury, and car makers will charge us extra for it

    4. @DrVagax Avatar
      @DrVagax

      Not really, look at the ID Polo

    5. @whatwelearned Avatar
      @whatwelearned

      this guy gets it

  8. @Henock95 Avatar
    @Henock95

    Damn Pierre didn’t deserve that

    1. @georgevisan973 Avatar
      @georgevisan973

      Identic with the new Dacia Spring

    2. @albyertor Avatar
      @albyertor

      Reminds me or pierre gasly

    3. @cylentone Avatar
      @cylentone

      Guillotine sentence, not new in France.

    4. @purwantiallan5089 Avatar
      @purwantiallan5089

      ​@albyertorwell i think thats Pierre Gasly 100%.

    5. @purwantiallan5089 Avatar
      @purwantiallan5089

      ​@georgevisan973the front end of that car even resemble FIAT Coupe or 500 Seicento.

  9. @ISuperTed Avatar
    @ISuperTed

    For measuring the ‘pick-up’, 0-30 is way, way more important for a City Car. I’d imagine it’s massively better than an old Twingo for that.

    1. @etbadaboum Avatar
      @etbadaboum

      Good point.

    2. @purwantiallan5089 Avatar
      @purwantiallan5089

      ​@etbadaboumit also has similarly good performance spec like Peugeot 106 Rallye.

  10. @red00eye Avatar
    @red00eye

    Renault column audio controls look stupid but are unbelievably intuitive when you’re used to them, it makes the dial on the dashboard feel as clunky as hunting around on a touchscreen

    1. @qgxii Avatar
      @qgxii

      How do you think they compare to steering wheel buttons?

    2. @costyytsoc Avatar
      @costyytsoc

      Oh yes, perfectly agree, they look old but they are so ergonomic

    3. @drfisheye Avatar
      @drfisheye

      They are fine, but the Fiat 500e has the media buttons on the backside of the steering wheel, which is even better. No stalk needed, and much larger touch surfaces.

  11. @jereignjayavenhenryjohn6802 Avatar
    @jereignjayavenhenryjohn6802

    I’m glad Renault decided to stick with buttons & switches so much easier 😀👍

  12. @mkvoidgod Avatar
    @mkvoidgod

    French are winning my German car heart, physical buttons 😍

    1. @purwantiallan5089 Avatar
      @purwantiallan5089

      Many great French Cars as well, man.

    2. @md.abdullahalmamun1636 Avatar
      @md.abdullahalmamun1636

      French-Japanese (Renault-Nissan Alliance). We probably won’t get the twingo ev in Asia, but I am eagerly waiting for a Nissan version, perfect for the tight roads and short commutes.

    3. @tesla_models Avatar
      @tesla_models

      Vw id polo is back with physical buttons…FYI

    4. @driftechoed Avatar
      @driftechoed

      i have and always will be a french car person through and through, even if i do live on the opposite side of europe

  13. @ISuperTed Avatar
    @ISuperTed

    Renault and Dacia could have saved a lot of money by only launching one new small car and calling it the Springo 😂

    1. @etbadaboum Avatar
      @etbadaboum

      Springox since Nissan will have its sibling the Pixo

    2. @tesla_models Avatar
      @tesla_models

      Juke and leaf laughing at corner

  14. @Stef.Cata051 Avatar
    @Stef.Cata051

    it has proper door handles….engineering masterpiece

    1. @Only_Ameen04 Avatar
      @Only_Ameen04

      and physical controls!

    2. @Stef.Cata051 Avatar
      @Stef.Cata051

      @Only_Ameen04 ahhh, love that

    3. @williampisano7573 Avatar
      @williampisano7573

      It also has has buttons and knobs

    4. @purwantiallan5089 Avatar
      @purwantiallan5089

      ​@Stef.Cata051without physical controls, it basically not a good looking car.

    5. @WarioNumberOne Avatar
      @WarioNumberOne

      Which, considering the original Twingo’s handles, is surprising

  15. @raycharles1752 Avatar
    @raycharles1752

    I never thought the Renault 5 is a potential car but the moment I saw the twingo I knew what my next car would be. I have it since 2 months now and it’s a great daily driver city car. The comment about not being sure where to front corners of the car are is real though. If you plan on buying one I suggest getting the parking upgrade otherwise you will have no front parking sensors at all.

  16. @MR99TH9 Avatar
    @MR99TH9

    The only carwow video worth watching in a while

    1. @UzairW Avatar
      @UzairW

      Hard agree. I fall asleep during the run of the mill drag races and the umpteenth German or Chinese car with generic design and anti-human touchscreen based (no physical controls) user interface.

    2. @marcusaurelius6847 Avatar
      @marcusaurelius6847

      do you mean you didn’t have enough drag racing supercars already? coming soon drag race between a Twingo and a frog

    3. @purwantiallan5089 Avatar
      @purwantiallan5089

      ​@UzairWand its 9.7/10.

    4. @tesla_models Avatar
      @tesla_models

      Why sir

    5. @tesla_models Avatar
      @tesla_models

      ​@marcusaurelius6847maybe 500 vs twing9

  17. @Atombender Avatar
    @Atombender

    R4, R5, Twingo, Renault is killing it with the retro-designs.

    1. @grahamcook9289 Avatar
      @grahamcook9289

      But not with the EV drive train. No advances there. Bog standard and still too pricey for what it is. A car is not a piece of art. It needs viable performance at a price that is affordable for the masses. Perhaps these designs will benefit from the next gen batteries such as lithium with graphene and silicon, currently being implanted in aviation applications and US military field devices.

    2. @lg.studio Avatar
      @lg.studio

      @grahamcook9289 I’d rather sit in a dynamically average car with a lot of character then in yet an other dull looking gray suv with 500+ kW 🤷‍♂

    3. @costyytsoc Avatar
      @costyytsoc

      R4 is meh design wise and not very logical choice when you have r5

  18. @apathyzen9730 Avatar
    @apathyzen9730

    Logo on the boot lid is in separate letters, so you can rearrange it to Twongi. 11/10

  19. @ShayDuke Avatar
    @ShayDuke

    The Renault 5 and now the Twingo… the RENOVATION is here!

    1. @JanisAbols2 Avatar
      @JanisAbols2

      don`t forget about Renault 4

    2. @bobbybridgeman2629 Avatar
      @bobbybridgeman2629

      But should be a petrol turbo 5 model…….would sell bucket loads as electric is a no no

    3. @ShayDuke Avatar
      @ShayDuke

      @JanisAbols2 this too!

    4. @ShayDuke Avatar
      @ShayDuke

      @bobbybridgeman2629 yeah it would be crazy on how many more Renault would sell on top of the already popular car that it is. I still love it though!

    5. @emiel7479 Avatar
      @emiel7479

      renault-vation??

  20. @TelepartyPlays Avatar
    @TelepartyPlays

    Who knew what people actually wanted was small and affordable cars? Congrats to Renault for working it out u like the rest.

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