First look: Renault Twingo electric – the small EV we’ve been waiting for? | Electrifying
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The original Renault Twingo was first launched in 1993, when the French firm’s design boss decided to replace the much loved Renault 4 with something more like a minivan. The name “Twingo” came from a mix of three popular dances – the “Twist,” “Swing,” and “Tango” and this little city car hit the right note with buyers becoming an instant icon thanks to its combination of quirky design and practicality.
Aimed at people looking for a small affordable runaround, its boxy, characterful shape and innovative use of space – it had sliding rear seats and a large, bright cabin – gave it an edge over its competitors. Over time, the Twingo underwent various transformations. The second generation in 2007 brought more modern styling and greater refinement, though some felt it had lost a bit of its original character. In 2014, the third generation introduced a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, borrowing elements from the Smart ForFour before being discontinued in the UK in 2019 amid flagging sales.
But now, Renault is gearing up to relaunch it as a fully electric model bringing its blend of retro charm to the affordable end of the EV market. Don’t confuse this with Renault’s electric version of the third generation Twingo – which wasn’t sold in the UK – this is an all new car and will sit alongside other electric models in Renaults range – the Megane E-Tech, the Scenic E-Tech, the Renault 5 E-Tech and the forthcoming Renault 4 E-Tech.
Join Ginny as she takes a first look around the new, reborn electric Twingo E-Tech. Is this the small electric car we’ve been waiting for? Will it be on your shortlist next year? Let us know in the comments below.
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