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{{Short description|Four passenger city car manufactured by Renault}}
{{Use British English|date=April 2022}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=March 2020}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Renault Twingo
| image = Renault Twingo Dynamique (III) – Frontansicht, 24. Oktober 2015, Münster.jpg
| caption = Renault Twingo III (third generation)
| manufacturer = [[Renault]]
| production = 1992–2024
| predecessor = [[Renault 4]]<br />[[Renault 5]]
| successor = [[Renault Twingo E-Tech]]
| class = [[City car]]
| body_style = 3-door [[hatchback]] (Twingo I and II)<br />5-door [[hatchback]] (Twingo III)
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]] (Twingo I and II)<br />[[Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive]] (Twingo III）
}}

The '''Renault Twingo''' is a [[city car]] made by the French company [[Renault]] from 1992 to 2024 across three generations. The name is a [[portmanteau]] of ''twist'', ''swing'', and ''tango''.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Renault Press Office: Twingo I – 1992|url=https://www.press.renault.co.uk/en-gb/models/twingo-i|access-date=2020-09-01|website=Press.renault.co.uk}}</ref>

The first-generation Twingo (two door, front engine) debuted at the [[Mondial de l'Automobile|Paris Motor Show]] on 5 October 1992, receiving its formal market launch in [[left-hand drive|continental]] European markets beginning in April 1993. Renault launched the second-generation Twingo (two door, front engine) in the summer of 2007 – and the third-generation Twingo (four door, rear engine) debuted at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2014|2014 Geneva Motor Show]], receiving its formal market launch in September 2014. Production of the Twingo ended in the summer of 2024, to be replaced by the upcoming, all-electric [[Renault Twingo E-Tech]].<ref name=Auslaufmodelle>{{cite web |first1=Uli | last1 = Baumann | first2= Thomas | last2 = Harloff | first3 = Gregor | last3 = Hebermehl | first4 = Torsten | last4 = Seibt |url=https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/verkehr/auslaufmodelle-diese-autos-haben-uns-verlassen/ |title=Diese Autos haben uns verlassen | trans-title = These cars have left us | language = de | work=auto-motor-und-sport.de |date=2024-07-22}}</ref>

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=={{Anchor|1|Twingo I}}First generation (1993)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Renault Twingo
| image = 1997 Renault Twingo 1.15.jpg
| alt = Three-door car with a one-box bodystyle with door mirrors and steel wheels with hubcaps
| production = 1992–2007 (France)<br /> 1994–2003 (Spain)<br />1994–1999 (Taiwan)<br />1999–2002 (Uruguay)<br />1995–2012 (Colombia)
| assembly = {{ubl |France: [[Flins-sur-Seine|Flins]] ([[Flins Renault Factory|Flins Plant]]) |Uruguay: [[Montevideo]] ([[Nordex]]) |Colombia: [[Envigado]] ([[Sofasa]]) |Spain: [[Valladolid]] ([[Renault España|Renault Spain]])|Taiwan: [[Changhua]] (Sanfu Motors)
}}
| body_style = 3-door [[hatchback]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]
| designer = [[Jean-Pierre Ploué]]<br />[[Patrick Le Quément]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.automotivedesignconference.com/portfolio/patrick-le-quement/|title=Patrick le Quément|website=automotivedesignconference.com|access-date=11 January 2020}}</ref>
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|petrol]]:'''
  | 999&nbsp;cc ''[[Renault D-Type engine#D7D|D7D]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]{{citation needed|date=June 2024}}
  | 1149&nbsp;cc ''[[Renault D-Type engine#D7F|D7F]]'' I4
  | 1149&nbsp;cc ''[[Renault D-Type engine#D4F|D4F]]'' [[Multi-valve#Four valves|16V]] I4
  | 1239&nbsp;cc ''[[Renault Cléon-Fonte engine#CxG|C3G]]'' I4
  }}
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed [[electrohydraulic manual transmission|automated manual]]<br />3-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
| front_suspension = 
| rear_suspension = 
| wheelbase = {{convert|2345|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|3430|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1630|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1420|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = from {{convert|790|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
}}

The original Twingo was launched in April 1993, was sold in European [[Left- and right-hand traffic|LHD]] markets until August 2007, and received intermediate [[Facelift (automobile)|restylings]] in 1998, 2000, and 2004. It was notably similar to the original [[Honda Today]] in design, including the overall shape and the headlamps partially set into the front bumper.<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.automobile-magazine.fr/insolite/article/41124-honda-today-1985-retour-sur-lancetre-japonaise-de-la-renault-twingo | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20240619035823/https://www.automobile-magazine.fr/insolite/article/41124-honda-today-1985-retour-sur-lancetre-japonaise-de-la-renault-twingo | archive-date = 2024-06-19 | title = Honda Today (1985): retour sur l'ancêtre japonaise de la Renault Twingo | trans-title = A look back at the Japanese ancestor of the Renault Twingo | language = fr | work = L'Automobile | date = 2023-12-07 | first = Didier | last = Ric }}</ref>

===Development===
Designed under the direction of [[Patrick Le Quément]], Renault's chief designer,<ref name=CAR>{{cite web|title=Renault Twingo 1 (1992): design history|url=http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2007/03/21-renault-twingo-i-design-history/|publisher=Car Body Design|date=21 March 2007}}</ref> the car derived a concept developed through the W60 project when [[Gaston Juchet]] was Renault's chief designer. The project was aimed at replacing the [[Renault 4]] with a [[minivan]] model.<ref name=CAR/>

Le Quément chose a Jean-Pierre Ploué design to develop the production version. Le Quément stretched the original prototype and added an unconventional front-end layout resembling a "smile".<ref>{{Citation|title=Épisode #34 – Patrick LE QUÉMENT – " J'aime autant l'Avantime que je déteste la Vel Satis. "|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1Y7XHm5qUo|language=en|access-date=2021-06-09}}</ref> The interior equipment was mounted on a central console to free space.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cardesignnews.com/site/home/design_development/display/store4/item293740/|title=20 years on, Patrick Le Quément exposes the political battles and design decisions behind the Renault Twingo|publisher=[[Car Design News]]|author=Meiners, Jens|date=6 January 2014|access-date=2 October 2014|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141006072004/http://www.cardesignnews.com/site/home/design_development/display/store4/item293740/|archive-date=6 October 2014}}</ref> Renault had participated in the 1981 to 1984 'Mono-Box' ECO 2000 car project, along with PSA Peugeot Citroën and the French Government.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.citroenet.org.uk/prototypes/eco2000/eco-2000.html|title=ECO 2000 | work = Citroënët|access-date=7 January 2010}}</ref>

The Twingo I's electronic, centrally mounted instrument panel had a [[speedometer]], [[fuel gauge]], [[clock]], [[odometer]], and [[trip recorder]] controlled via a stalk-located button. A strip of warning lights was located behind the steering wheel. The rear seat featured a sliding mechanism to enable either increased boot space or more rear-seat legroom. The boot parcel shelf was attached to the inside of the tailgate, and lifted with the tailgate – or could clip back against the rear window when not required.

===Engines===
All engines were replaced with an eight-valve 1.15-litre {{cvt|60|hp-metric|kW|0}} unit. A 16-valve, {{cvt|75|hp-metric|kW|0}} version was added in 2000.

Manufactured at the [[Flins Renault Factory]] from the time of its launch until 28 June 2007, the Twingo I was also manufactured in [[Taiwan]], [[Spain]], [[Colombia]], and [[Uruguay]] from 1999 to 2002,<ref>{{cite web|title=Uruguay es interesante para la producción de autopartes y de vehículos|url=http://www.espectador.com/1v4_contenido.php?id=91070&sts=1|publisher=Espectador.com|date=14 March 2007|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120215010016/http://www.espectador.com/1v4_contenido.php?id=91070&sts=1|archive-date=15 February 2012}}</ref> remaining in production until 8 June 2012 in Colombia, by the [[Sofasa]] conglomerate, strictly for the domestic market.
;Twingo I Safety

[[Euro NCAP]] results:
* Adult occupant: {{rating|3|5}}, score 23
* Pedestrian: {{rating|2|4}}, score 11

===Timeline===
{{More citations needed section|date=April 2014}}

In April 1993, the Twingo launched with only one trim level, and four exterior colours: coral red, Indian yellow, coriander green, and ultramarine blue. The car retailed at a price of 55,000FF (approximately €8,400). In June 1994, new exterior colours were introduced along with minor interior changes, as well as optional electric windows and mirrors, and locks with remote keyless entry. Four months later, the Twingo '''Easy''' model was launched, with an automated clutch on the manual gearbox.

In September 1995, the first of many special Twingo editions launched, while inbuilt airbags become optional. In July 1996, a new 1149&nbsp;cc engine (from the [[Renault Clio|Clio]]) was fitted to replace the previous engine from the [[Renault 5]]. Alongside the new engine came the Twingo '''Matic''' model, equipped with a three-speed automatic gearbox. Also, various improvements were made, including the addition of a third brake light.

Two years later, the Twingo underwent its first major restyling of the interior and dashboard. The front and rear lights were revised, and front orange indicator lights were merged into the headlamp housings. The front of the car is reinforced for added safety in a frontal impact.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.generation-twingo.fr/evolution.php|title=Génération Twingo : Tout sur la twingo|website=www.generation-twingo.fr}}</ref> Two months later, the top-of-the-range Twingo '''Initiale''' model launched.

In September 2000, the Twingo underwent its second major restyling. Additions included larger, 14-inch wheels, revised door trims with larger door pockets, a black trunk opener lever (instead of shiny metal), and cup holders in front of the gearstick.

December 2000, a new 1.2-litre single overhead camshaft, 16-valve version of the D-series engine launched, with {{cvt|75|hp-metric|kW|0}}. In April 2001, a new automated manual gearbox launched, called Quickshift. Additional revisions followed in September 2002, including new interior trims and wheel covers.

In [[Japan]], Renault was formerly licensed by [[Yanase (car dealership)|Yanase Co., Ltd.]], but in 1999, Renault purchased a stake in Japanese automaker [[Nissan]] after Nissan had faced financial troubles following the collapse of the [[Japanese asset price bubble]] in 1991 and subsequent [[Lost Decade (Japan)|lost decade]]. As a result of Renault's purchase of interest, Yanase cancelled its licensing contract with Renault in the spring of 2000, and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd took over as the sole licensee, hence sales of the Twingo I in Japan were transferred from Yanase Store locations to [[Nissan#Japan|Nissan Red Stage Store]] locations. Despite Japan being a right-hand drive market, the first generation was sold exclusively as left-hand drive, with the only change being the headlights.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/41363/1993-renault-twingo-review-i-bought-the-happiest-car-on-the-planet|title=1993 Renault Twingo Review: I Bought the Happiest Car on the Planet|first=Hazel|last=Southwell|date=28 July 2021|website=The Drive}}</ref>

September 2004 marked the third major Twingo revision. The Renault logo was fitted to the boot lid, side rubbing strips were added, and a new range of exterior colours launched. On 28 June 2007, Twingo I production ended in France, being replaced by the Twingo II. By 30 June 2007, 2,478,648 units from the Twingo I were produced. The Renault Twingo I production went on into Colombia until 8 June 2012. In total, 2.6&nbsp;million units of the first-generation Twingo were produced.

<gallery widths="200">
File:Renault Twingo front 20080709.jpg|'''1993–1998''' Twingo, front
File:Renault Twingo rear 20080709.jpg|'''1993–1998''' Twingo, rear
File:Renault twingo 3.jpg|'''1993–1998''' Twingo, interior
File:Renault Twingo front 20080222.jpg|'''1998–2000''' Twingo, front
File:Renault Twingo rear 20080222.jpg|'''1998–2000''' Twingo, rear
File:Renault Twingo I front 20090920.jpg|'''2000–2004''' Twingo, front
File:Renault Twingo I rear 20090920.jpg|'''2000–2004''' Twingo, rear
File:Renault Twingo front 20071115.jpg|'''2004–2012''' Twingo, front (non-standard wheels)
File:Renault Twingo rear 20071115.jpg|'''2004–2012''' Twingo, rear (non-standard wheels) 
</gallery>

=== Special models ===

==== Limited edition ====
The first generation Twingo had a number of limited editions, including co-brandings with premium brands such as [[Perrier]], [[Benetton Group|Benetton]], [[L'Oréal]], [[Kenzo (brand)|Kenzo]], [[Elite Model Management]], and artistic references including [[Metropolis (1927 film)|Metropolis]], [[Grease (film)|Grease]] and [[Tintin (character)|Tintin]].<ref>{{cite web|access-date=2023-01-21|title=catalogues Renault Twingo|url=https://archives-catalogues-automobiles.fr/laurentbunnik/rentwi02.html|website=archives-catalogues-automobiles.fr}}<!-- auto-translated by Module:CS1 translator --></ref><ref>{{cite web|access-date=2023-01-21|title=Catalogues Renault Twingo|url=https://archives-catalogues-automobiles.fr/laurentbunnik/rentwi03.html|website=archives-catalogues-automobiles.fr}}<!-- auto-translated by Module:CS1 translator --></ref><ref>{{cite web|access-date=2023-01-21|title=Twingo Séries Spéc.|url=http://www.lesrenaultdepapier.fr/twingo_SS.htm|website=www.lesrenaultdepapier.fr}}<!-- auto-translated by Module:CS1 translator --></ref><ref>{{cite web|access-date=2023-01-21|title=Génération Twingo : Tout sur la twingo|url=http://www.generation-twingo.fr/series.php|website=www.generation-twingo.fr}}<!-- auto-translated by Module:CS1 translator --></ref>

==== Twingo Lecoq ====
The Renault Twingo ''Lecoq'' was a special edition produced in less than 50 units. It was an independent initiative of ''Carrosserie Lecoq''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/renault-twingo-lecoq-deux-exemplaires-de-cette-rarissime-serie-limitee-a-vendre-30023273.html|title=Renault Twingo Lecoq. Deux exemplaires de cette rarissime série limitée à vendre|website=www.largus.fr}}</ref>

==== Electric ====
A French company based in [[Normandy]], ''[[Lormauto]],'' presented at the [[2022 Paris Motor Show]] and again in [[2024 Paris Motor Show]] a [[Electric vehicle conversion|rétrofit kit]] to transform the Renault Twingo 1 into a fully electric car.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/essai-renault-twingo-1-electrique-la-bonne-surprise-lormauto-30023243.html|title=Essai Renault Twingo 1 électrique. La bonne surprise Lormauto|website=www.largus.fr}}</ref> This approved model is now available from car rental company UCAR.

=={{Anchor|2|Twingo II}}Second generation (2007)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Twingo II
| image = Renault Twingo (II, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 21. Juli 2012, Heiligenhaus.jpg
| production = 2007–2014
| assembly =  {{ubl |France: [[Flins-sur-Seine|Flins]] ([[Flins Renault Factory|Flins Plant]]) |Slovenia: [[Novo Mesto]] ([[Revoz|Renault Slovenia]])}}
| body_style = 3-door [[hatchback]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]
| platform = [[Renault Clio#Clio II (1998)|Clio II]]{{Broken anchor|date=2024-06-03|bot=User:Cewbot/log/20201008/configuration|target_link=Renault Clio#Clio II (1998)|reason= The anchor (Clio II (1998)) [[Special:Diff/991154278|has been deleted]].}}
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|petrol]]:'''
  | 1.2 L ''[[Renault D-Type engine#D7F|D7F]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 1.2 L ''[[Renault D-Type engine#D4F|D4F]]'' I4
  | 1.2 L ''[[Renault D-Type engine#D4FT|D4FT]]'' [[Turbocharged|turbo]] I4
  | 1.6 L ''[[Renault K-Type engine#KxM petrol engine|K4M-RS]]'' I4
  | '''[[Diesel engine|diesel]]:'''
  | 1.5 L ''[[Renault K-Type engine#K9K dCi|K9K]]'' I4
  }}
| transmission = 5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]]
| front_suspension =
| rear_suspension =
| wheelbase = {{convert|2365|mm|in| 1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|3600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1655|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
{{convert|1688|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (RS)
| height = {{convert|1470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = from {{convert|1000|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| related = [[Renault Wind]]
}}
[[File:Renault Twingo II front.jpg|thumb|left|Renault Twingo II, phase one]]
[[File:Renault Twingo rear 20080131.jpg|thumb|left|Rear of the Twingo II phase one]]
[[File:Renault Twingo (II, Facelift) – Heckansicht, 21. Juli 2012, Heiligenhaus.jpg|thumb|left|Rear of the Twingo II, phase two]]
{{Multiple image | align = right | direction = vertical | width = 220
| image1 = 2010 Renault Twingo Gordini 1.6 Front (1).jpg
| image2 = 2010 Renault Twingo Gordini 1.6 Rear (1).jpg
| caption2 = Renault Twingo RS Gordini
}}

After presenting an initial concept at the 2006 [[Mondial de l'Automobile]], Renault debuted the production Twingo II at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2007|2007 Geneva Motor Show]] with French market trim levels named ''Authentique, Expression, Initiale, Dynamique'', and ''GT''. Using the floorpan of the [[Renault Clio]] II,<ref>{{cite web|title=Historic Models – Renault Twingo|url=http://www.renault.com.sy/discoverrenault/twingo.html|publisher=Renault.com|access-date=22 November 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131029185557/http://www.renault.com.sy/discoverrenault/twingo.html|archive-date=29 October 2013}}</ref> the Twingo II offered improved crash protection and was available in both RHD and LHD configurations. Production began in France and subsequently moved to the [[Revoz]] plant in [[Novo Mesto]], Slovenia.<ref>{{cite web|title=2010 Registration document|url=http://www.renault.com/en/lists/archivesdocuments/renault%20-%202010%20registration%20document.pdf|publisher=Renault.com|date=18 April 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120405083127/http://www.renault.com/en/Lists/ArchivesDocuments/Renault%20-%202010%20Registration%20Document.pdf|archive-date=5 April 2012}}</ref>

In January 2008, Renault debuted the Twingo Renaultsport 133,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/twingo/ |title=Roadcars – Twingo Renaultsport |publisher=Renaultsport.co.uk |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101229210924/http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/twingo/ |archive-date=29 December 2010 }}</ref> with a new {{cvt|133|PS|kW hp|0}} 1,598 cc engine, at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2008|2008 Geneva Motor Show]]. In August 2013, ordering and production of the 133 model ended.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/renault-twingo-renaultsport-axed-2013-08-01 |title=The Renault Twingo RS is dead |work=Top Gear |date=1 August 2013 |access-date=1 August 2013 |archive-date=3 August 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130803201909/http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/renault-twingo-renaultsport-axed-2013-08-01 |url-status=dead }}</ref>

In July 2011, Renault debuted a facelifted Twingo II at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show]], featuring a design language subsequently used on their entire range<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault previews new Twingo ahead of world debut|url=http://www.renault.co.uk/business/about/category/6/newsnumber/a0461cd2-7515-4484-afbf-e4fdfac04f96/newsitemdisplay.aspx|publisher=Renault.co.uk|access-date=20 September 2011|date=28 July 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110930215409/http://www.renault.co.uk/business/about/category/6/newsnumber/a0461cd2-7515-4484-afbf-e4fdfac04f96/newsitemdisplay.aspx|archive-date=30 September 2011}}</ref> and offering revised fascias, as well as redesigned front and rear light clusters.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/renault-twingo-2011-07-28 |title=First pic: new Twingo preview |work=Top Gear |date=28 July 2011 |access-date=7 August 2011}}</ref>

On series 14, episode four of ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'', presenter [[Jeremy Clarkson]] road tested the Twingo 133 on [[Belfast]] streets and barrel rolled upside down through a sewage tunnel. After numerous accidents, he raced to catch a departing ferry, instead landing in the ocean.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/entertainment/film-tv/news/how-belfast-bent-over-backwards-for-top-gear-14527656.html |title=How Belfast Bent Over Backwards for ''Top Gear'' |newspaper=The Belfast Telegraph |date=10 October 2009 |access-date=12 December 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carsuk.net/top-gear-belfast-and-a-renault-twingo/ |title=Top Gear, Belfast and a Renault Twingo |publisher=CarsUK.net |date=6 December 2009 |access-date=12 December 2010}}</ref>

On 16 March 2011, the Renault Twingo won the "best city car award" in the Parkers' New Car Awards.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.parkers.co.uk/News/Parkers-New-Car-Awards/Parkers-New-Car-Awards-city-car/ |title='Parkers New Car Awards |publisher=Parkers.co.uk |date=16 March 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110321172110/http://www.parkers.co.uk/News/Parkers-New-Car-Awards/Parkers-New-Car-Awards-city-car/ |archive-date=21 March 2011 }}</ref>

Special editions in the UK included the Twingo Renaultsport [[Gordini]], Twingo Gordini TCe 100, Twingo Bizu, Twingo Pzaz,<ref>{{cite web|title=Pzaz Limited Edition|url=http://www.renault.co.uk/cars/pzaz.aspx|publisher=Renault.co.uk|access-date=20 September 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110930215427/http://www.renault.co.uk/cars/pzaz.aspx|archive-date=30 September 2011}}</ref> Twingo Renaultsport Silverstone GP,<ref>{{cite web|title=Twingo Renaultsport 133|url=http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/twingo/overview/Default.aspx|publisher=Renaultsport.co.uk|access-date=20 September 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110929164953/http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/twingo/overview/Default.aspx|archive-date=29 September 2011}}</ref> Twingo Miss Sixty,<ref>{{cite web|title=MZine Miss Sixty|url=http://mzine.misssixty.com/?p=351|publisher=Miss Sixty|access-date=24 October 2011}}</ref> and Twingo Renaultsport Red Bull RB7.<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault Twingo RS Red Bull edition|url=http://www.evo.co.uk/news/evonews/283618/renault_twingo_rs_red_bull_edition.html|publisher=Dennis Publishing Ltd|access-date=11 February 2013}}</ref>

In Japan, the Twingo II was licensed by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and sold exclusively through [[Nissan#Japan|Nissan Store]] locations.

;Twingo II safety

[[Euro NCAP]] results:<ref>{{cite web|title=Renault Twingo|url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/Renault_Twingo_2007/296.aspx|publisher=Euro NCAP|access-date=7 September 2007}}</ref>

* Adult occupant: {{rating|4|5}}, score 28 (The model tested was not equipped with curtain airbags. Available as an option.)
* Pedestrian: {{rating|2|4}}, score 11

===Engines===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; font-size:90%;"
|-
!colspan=7|Petrol engines
|-
!Model
!Engine
!Displacement
!Power
!Torque
!CO<sub>2</sub> emission
|-
|'''1.2''' D7F ||[[Straight-four engine|I4]]||1149 cc||{{cvt|60|PS|kW hp|0}} at 5250 rpm||{{convert|93|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2500 rpm||132 g/km
|-
|'''1.2''' D4F||I4||1149 cc||{{cvt|75|PS|kW hp|0}} at 5500 rpm||{{convert|105|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4250 rpm||135 g/km
|-
|'''1.2''' GT (turbo)||I4|| 1149 cc||{{cvt|100|PS|kW hp|0}} at 5500 rpm||{{convert|145|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 3000 rpm||140 g/km
|-
|'''1.6''' RS||I4|| 1598 cc||{{cvt|133|PS|kW hp|0}} at 6750 rpm||{{convert|160|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4400 rpm||160 g/km
|-
!colspan=7|Diesel engine
|- style="background:#dcdcdc; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle;"
!Model
!Engine
!Displacement
!Power
!Torque
!CO<sub>2</sub> emission
|-
|'''1.5 dCi'''||I4|| 1461 cc||{{cvt|85|PS|kW hp|0}} at 4000 rpm||{{convert|200|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1700 rpm||94 g/km
|}
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=={{Anchor|3}}Third generation (2014)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Twingo III
| image = Renault Twingo (23033444306).jpg
| production = 2014–2024
| assembly = {{ubl |France: [[Flins-sur-Seine|Flins]] ([[Flins Renault Factory|Flins Plant]]) |Slovenia: [[Novo Mesto]] ([[Revoz|Renault Slovenia]])}}
| platform = 
| body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]
| layout = [[Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://new-twingo.renault.co.uk/uk_UK|title=Interactive video of the New Twingo 2014|work=renault.co.uk|access-date=10 August 2014|archive-date=5 May 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170505072127/http://new-twingo.renault.co.uk/uk_UK|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="autocar">{{cite web|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/scoop/new-renault-twingo-spotted|title=New Renault Twingo spotted|author=Hilton Holloway|work=Autocar}}</ref>
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|petrol]]:'''
  | 0.9 L ''[[Nissan HR engine#H4Bt|H4Bt]]'' [[Turbocharger|turbo]] [[Straight-three engine|I3]]
  | 1.0 L ''[[Nissan HR engine#H4D|H4D]]'' I3
  }}
| motor = synchronous electric motor (Twingo Z.E.)
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />6-speed [[dual-clutch]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2015/09/renault-twingo-gets-optional-edc-dual/|title=Renault Twingo Gets Optional EDC Dual-Clutch Transmission, Cosmic Limited Edition &#124; Carscoops|first=Dan|last=Mihalascu}}</ref>
| front_suspension = 
| rear_suspension = 
| wheelbase = {{convert|2490|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|3590|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1640|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1550|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = 
| designer = Csaba Wittinger<ref name="AutoExpress"/><br/>Raphaël Linari<ref>{{cite web|url=https://blogautomobile.fr/renault-twingo-2014-entretien-designers-raphaal-linari-csaba-wittinger-224988|title=Renault Twingo 2014: Entretien avec les designers Raphaël Linari et Csaba Wittinger |website=blogautomobile.fr|date=16 March 2014 | language = fr | access-date=19 August 2022}}</ref>
| related = [[Smart Forfour#2|Smart Forfour]]<br />[[Smart Fortwo#3|Smart Fortwo]]
}}
[[File:Renault Twingo Dynamique (III) – Heckansicht, 24. Oktober 2015, Münster.jpg|thumbnail|left|Renault Twingo Dynamique (Germany)]]
[[File:Renault Twingo FL Genf 2019 1Y7A5643.jpg|thumbnail|left|Renault Twingo, phase 2]]
[[File:Renault Twingo Genf 2019 1Y7A5983.jpg|thumbnail|left|Renault Twingo, phase 2]]
The third generation Renault Twingo debuted in March 2014 at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2014|Geneva Motor Show]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.just-auto.com/news/global-debuts-list-citroen-c1-peugeot-108-toyota-aygo-added_id140598.aspx|title=GENEVA SHOW: World premieres [final list]|work=just-auto.com|access-date=31 January 2014|archive-date=13 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140113134110/http://www.just-auto.com/news/global-debuts-list-citroen-c1-peugeot-108-toyota-aygo-added_id140598.aspx|url-status=dead}}</ref> in a five-door,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carscoops.com/2013/06/next-renault-twingo-to-only-be.html|title=Next Renault Twingo to Only Be Available as a Five-Door – Carscoops|date=26 June 2013|website=carscoops.com}}</ref> [[rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout]].<ref name="autocar"/><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.greencarcongress.com/2014/08/20140828-twingo.html|title=Renault introduces 3rd-gen Twingo city car|work=greencarcongress.com}}</ref> It was co-developed with [[Daimler AG|Daimler]]'s third generation [[Smart Fortwo]]<ref name="autoevolution">{{cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/news/spyshots-all-new-renault-twingo-spotted-for-first-time-looks-like-twin-run-concept-66453.html|title=Spyshots: All-New Renault Twingo Spotted for First Time, Looks Like Twin'Run Concept|author=Mihnea Radu|work=autoevolution|date=5 September 2013}}</ref> and second generation [[Smart Forfour]]. The third generation Twingo and second generation Forfour are manufactured at the same factory in [[Novo Mesto]], Slovenia.<ref name="autocar"/> Production ended in June 2024.<ref name=Auslaufmodelle/>

The third-generation Twingo entered into production in May 2014 at Novo Mesto<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.sloveniatimes.com/revoz-launches-production-of-new-renault-twingo |title=Revoz launches production of new Renault Twingo|work=sloveniatimes.com|date=8 May 2014}}</ref> and was launched into the European market in September.<ref name=TELE>{{cite web |url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/car-manufacturers/renault/11060933/2014-Renault-Twingo-first-drive.html|title=Renault Twingo first drive|last=English | first = Andrew|work=The Daily Telegraph|date=29 August 2014|access-date=1 October 2014}}</ref>

===Design and development===
In March 2010, Renault and Daimler, as part of their existing partnership, announced "Project Edison", a collaboration aimed at conceiving a shared platform for small city cars to be used by both companies.<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://autoweek.com/article/car-news/daimler-renault-are-set-share-vehicle-platforms-and-engines|title=Daimler, Renault are set to share vehicle platforms and engines|author=Kable, Greg|magazine=[[Autoweek]]|date=30 March 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/industry/daimler-renault-deal-confirmed|title=Daimler-Renault deal confirmed|magazine=[[Autocar (magazine)|Autocar]]|access-date=2 October 2014}}</ref> The Edison platform was designed from the start for mounting either an [[internal combustion engine]] or an [[electric motor]] as the main power source.<ref name=Wiscart>{{cite interview |subject=Stéphane Wiscart (Twingo Program Director) |url=https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/news-on-air/news/twingo-electric-puts-its-native-electric-platform-to-good-use/ |title='Twingo Electric puts its native electric platform to good use' |date=24 February 2020 |publisher=Renault Group |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref>

The first cars using the platform were the third-generation Twingo and the second-generation [[Smart Forfour]]. Renault and [[Daimler AG]] invested equally during the research and development phase, with Renault subsequently specializing in the engines and Daimler in transmissions.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.usinenouvelle.com/article/nouvelle-twingo-entre-renault-et-daimler-qui-fait-quoi.N282037|title=Nouvelle Twingo : entre Renault et Daimler, qui fait quoi ?|trans-title=New Twingo: Renault and Daimler, who does what?|language=fr|author=Ducamp, Pauline|publisher=[[L'Usine nouvelle]]|date=4 September 2014|access-date=2 October 2014}}</ref>

Both companies tried to ensure a distinctive design. Renault designers took inspiration from the Renault 5<ref name="AutoExpress">{{cite magazine |url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/twingo/87531/new-renault-twingo-vs-classic-renault-5|title=New Renault Twingo vs classic Renault 5|author=Kew, Oliver|magazine=[[Auto Express]]|date=21 June 2014|access-date=2 October 2014}}</ref> and the first generation Twingo.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://group.renault.com/en/news/blog-renault/geneva-2014-meet-designers-behind-new-twingo/|title=Geneva 2014: meet the designers behind new Twingo|last=Vautier | first = Maya|publisher=Renault|date=6 March 2014|access-date=2 October 2014}}</ref> This can be seen by the "smile" at the front which was a design feature of the Twingo I. The engine was moved to the rear to allow them to expand the passenger cabin forwards, and allowed the car to have a 45° steering angle which means it was capable of making tight turns in a city environment. The car was originally launched with four colour options, as with the original Twingo.<ref name=TWINGOTAKE>{{cite web|url=http://media.renault.com/global/en-gb/renault/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=54868|title=New Twingo: Renault's fresh take on its popular city car|publisher=Renault|date=14 February 2014|access-date=2 October 2014|archive-date=5 February 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170205095726/http://media.renault.com/global/en-gb/renault/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=54868|url-status=dead}}</ref>

In January 2019, an updated Twingo was introduced with a new front fascia, cosmetic changes inside and out, and a new base 1.0&nbsp;L engine;<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/twingo/105770/renault-facelifts-the-twingo-but-axes-it-from-uk-line-up |title=Renault facelifts the Twingo but axes it from UK line-up |author=Wilkinson, Luke |date=22 January 2019 |work=AutoExpress |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref> at the same time, declining sales in the UK (just 877 were sold in 2018) led Renault UK to discontinue marketing the right-hand drive model.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/industry/renault-twingo-be-taken-sale-uk |title=Renault Twingo to be taken off sale in the UK |author=Burgess, Rachel |date=22 January 2019 |work=Autocar |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref>

===Technical details===
[[File:2017 Renault Twingo GT Energy TCe 110 (Lunaire-Grey met), left front.jpg|thumb|left|Renault Twingo GT Energy TCe 110, a sportier version]]
The Twingo III was about 10&nbsp;mm shorter than the Twingo II.<ref name=TWINBRO>{{cite web |url=https://www.cdn.renault.com/content/dam/Renault/UK/brand-and-editorial/Brochures/Vehicles/twingo-brochure-q4-october.pdf|title=New Twingo brochure|publisher=Renault UK|access-date=3 October 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181018082643/https://www.cdn.renault.com/content/dam/Renault/UK/brand-and-editorial/Brochures/Vehicles/twingo-brochure-q4-october.pdf|archive-date=18 October 2018}}</ref> The rear-engine layout improved the manoeuvrability and the cabin space, but reduced the boot capacity.<ref name=TELE/> The suspension was composed of [[MacPherson struts]] on the front axle and a [[De Dion tube]] on the rear.<ref name=TELE/> The car used a five-door architecture, which differed from its three-door predecessors.

Brakes were [[Disk brake|ventilated disk]]s on the front and [[Drum brake|drum]]s on the rear, except in the base model (SCe 70), which used drum brakes all round.<ref name=TWINBRO/> The bonnet featured a special opening mechanism and allowed only partial opening to give access to the windscreen washer fluid, brake fluid and coolant reservoirs, and to the battery.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.carmanualsonline.info/renault-twingo-2016-3-g-owners-manual/15#146|title=RENAULT TWINGO 2016 3.G Owners Manual|website=carmanualsonline.info|access-date=19 March 2017}}</ref>

====Equipment====
The car originally offered four trim levels: Expression, Play, Dynamique, and Dynamique S, with various customization packs. One option connects a smartphone with an instrument panel cradle (R&Go) and has an infotainment system (R-Link).<ref name=TELE/> Other levels such as the "Energy" trim have since been added. The GT model arrived in November 2016.

====Safety====
As standard, the car incorporates tyre pressure sensors, [[seatbelt]] reminders, four airbags, and four head and chest side [[airbags]].<ref name=TWINBRO/> It achieved a four star [[Euro NCAP]] test rating in 2014.<ref>{{Cite web |title=La Renault Twingo reçoit quatre étoiles aux crash-tests Euro NCAP |url=https://www.latribuneauto.com/reportages/securite/6787-la-renault-twingo-recoit-quatre-etoiles-aux-crash-tests-euro-ncap |website=la tribune auto}}</ref>
{{Euro NCAP|year=2014|overall_stars=4|description=Renault Twingo|reference={{cite web |title=Official Renault Twingo 2014 safety rating results |url=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/renault/twingo/7891 |website=Euro NCAP}}|adult_points=30 |adult_percent=78|child_points=40|child_percent=81|pedestrian_points=25|pedestrian_percent=68|safety_points=7|safety_percent=56|align=left}}
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====Engines====
The car originally came with a three-cylinder petrol engine, either a 0.9-litre turbocharged unit or a 1-litre atmospheric. Both are fitted low and in a 49° angle to increase boot's capacity.<ref name=TWINBRO/><ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/twingo|title=Renault Twingo review|magazine=Auto Express|access-date=3 October 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/renault/twingo/first-drives/renault-twingo-tce-90-dynamique-first-drive-review|title=Renault Twingo TCe 90 Dynamique first drive review|author=Holloway, Hilton|work=Autocar|date=28 August 2014|access-date=3 October 2014}}</ref> In November 2016 a more powerful version of the petrol engine, the TCe 110, arrived for the sporting Twingo GT model.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Engine !! Code !! Displacement !! Power !! Torque !! Top speed !! 0–62&nbsp;mph (0–100&nbsp;km/h) !! Combined consumption !! |{{CO2|link=yes}} emissions
|-
! colspan="9"|Petrol engines
|-
| SCe 70 || H4D 400 || 999 cc ||{{convert|51|kW|hp-metric|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 6,000 rpm ||{{convert|91|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 2,850 rpm ||{{convert|151|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on|lk=on}}|| 14.5 s ||{{convert|5.5|L/100 km|mpgimp|abbr=on}}|| 126 g/km
|-
| Energy TCe 90 || rowspan=3 | H4Bt 401 || rowspan=3 | 898 cc ||{{convert|66|kW|hp-metric|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 5,500 rpm ||{{convert|135|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 2,500 rpm ||{{convert|165|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on|lk=on}}|| 10.8 s ||{{convert|4.9|L/100 km|mpgimp|abbr=on}}|| 111 g/km
|-
|Energy TCe 110
|{{convert|80|kW|hp-metric|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 5,750 rpm
|{{convert|170|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 2,000 rpm
|{{convert|182|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on|lk=on}}
|9.6 s
|{{convert|5.6|L/100 km|mpgimp|abbr=on}}
|128 g/km
|-
|TCe 110 EDC
|{{convert|80|kW|hp-metric|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 5,750 rpm
|{{convert|170|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} at 2,000 rpm
|{{convert|182|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on|lk=on}}
|10.4 s
|{{convert|5.8|L/100 km|mpgimp|abbr=on}}
|132 g/km
|-
|}

===Advertising===
In February 2014, Renault organised a "strip tweet" online event to promote the Twingo III. The manufacturer commissioned to [[Publicis]] the conception of the car's European advertising. Publicis hired French artists duo [[Kuntzel+Deygas]] for the design of the visual campaign<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.usinenouvelle.com/article/renault-s-offre-une-signature-prestigieuse-pour-la-campagne-pub-de-la-nouvelle-twingo.N280912|title=Renault s'offre une signature prestigieuse pour la campagne pub de la nouvelle Twingo|trans-title=Renault signs a prestigious advertising firm for the New Twingo campaign|language=fr|author=Arnulf, Sylvain|publisher=L'Usine nouvelle|date=29 August 2014|access-date=3 October 2014}}</ref> with the theme "Go Anywhere, Go Everywhere."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.thestable.com.au/tag/go-anywhere-go-everywhere/|title=Tiny Twingo makes a massive statement|work=The Stable|access-date=3 October 2014 | date = 31 August 2014}}</ref>

In 2015, Renault released a short music video, "All new Twingo : Show me a car !", in which a ''twee'' styled woman is searching a ''nifty'' car.{{citation needed|date=June 2015}} It ends with a reference to "[[Papa & Nicole]]" adverts for the [[Renault Clio]] : "Papa! – Nicole? – Your seatbelt!". The brief video got a viral success in the United Kingdom, with approximately {{formatnum:300000}} views in four weeks.{{citation needed|reason=While true, the "Nicole, Papa!" reference must be sourced. The "viral success" bit, something pretty subjective as it stands, must be pretty well sourced also|date=June 2015}} A Pop Up Store was opened at the Crémerie de Paris.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://lacremeriedeparis.com/renault/|title=Renault Twingo Pop Up Store |publisher=Cremerie de Paris}}</ref>

===Reception and awards===
In the United Kingdom, the new Twingo won the "City Car of the Year" 2014, ''TopGear'' Magazine Awards, "City Car of the Year" in the ''UK Car of the Year Awards'' and "Best City Car" in the ''Daily Expres''s 2014 Motoring Oscars, "Best City Car" at the 2015 British ''GQ'' Car Awards.

Paul Horrell of ''[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear]]'' gave the car a score of seven out of 10, calling it: "a genuinely different approach to design and engineering that has brought real dividends, not just in being different for its own sake. Most important, it's much more fun than a base model supermini for the same cash."<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/renault/twingo/road-test/twingo |title=Renault Twingo Driven |author=Horrell, Paul |magazine=[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear magazine]] |access-date=6 November 2014}}</ref> ''[[Auto Express]]'' and its sister publication ''[[CarBuyer]]'' scored it four out of five stars, praising its manoeuvrability, design, and rear passenger space but criticizing its wind noise and high price compared to its rivals.<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/twingo |title=Renault Twingo review |magazine=[[Auto Express]] |date=16 October 2014 |access-date=6 November 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/renault/twingo/hatchback/review |title=Renault Twingo |publisher=[[CarBuyer]] |access-date=6 November 2014}}</ref> ''[[What Car?]]'' gave the car three out of five stars, saying: "The Renault Twingo mixes cheeky retro styling with genuine practicality. It’s neither as refined nor as comfortable as the best city cars, though."<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.whatcar.com/car-reviews/renault/twingo-hatchback/summary/26237-5 |title=Renault Twingo Hatchback Review |magazine=[[What Car?]] |access-date=6 November 2014}}</ref>

===Concept cars===
The third-generation Twingo was previewed through two concepts, the Twin'Z and the Twin'Run.<ref name=TWINGOTAKE/>

====Twin'Z====
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Renault Twin'Z
| image = Festival automobile international 2014 - Renault Twin'Z - 002.jpg
| manufacturer = [[Renault]]
| production = 2013 ([[Concept car]])
| class = [[City car]] ([[A-segment|A]])
| body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]
| layout = [[Rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive]]
| engine = [[Electric motor]]
| length = {{convert|3590|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1640|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1550|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2490|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight =
}}

The Twin'Z is a [[city car]] [[concept car|concept]] unveiled in April 2013. Its styling was created in partnership with British designer [[Ross Lovegrove]]. According to [[Renault]]'s chief designer [[Laurens van den Acker]], the purpose of its introduction was to "break down the boundaries between the world of an object whose calling is to be in movement, the automobile, and that of furniture." The concept has a [[rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout]] and is powered by an [[electric motor]] with a {{cvt|67|PS|kW|0|disp=flip|lk=off}} power output and torque of {{cvt|167|lbft|Nm|0|disp=flip|lk=off}}. It has no [[B-pillar]] or dashboard and its doors open in conventional doors up front and [[suicide door]]s in the rear.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/Renault-unveils-the-TwinZ-2013-04-08|title=Renault unveils the Twin'Z concept|last=Horncastle |first=Rowan|work=Top Gear |date=8 April 2013|access-date=3 October 2014}}</ref>

====Twin'Run====
[[File:Festival automobile international 2014 - Renault Twin'Run - 001.jpg|thumb|left|The Twin'Run concept]]
The Twin'Run is a rear wheel drive [[hot hatch]] concept developed by Renault with assistance of Tork Engineering and Poclain Véhicules, unveiled in May 2013. It is powered by a [[Mid-mounted engine|mid-mounted]] [[V6 engine]] with {{convert|320|hp-metric|kW|0|abbr=on|lk=off}}, coupled to a twin clutch six speed sequential gearbox and limited slip differential. It has [[double-wishbone]] [[independent suspension]] on both axles. The chassis is a [[tubular steel]] [[Vehicle frame|frame]] inspired by the [[Mégane Renault Sport#Renault Sport Mégane Trophy|Mégane Trophy]] and [[Renault 5 Turbo]] Maxi from WRC.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/Renault-unveils-Twin-Run-concept-2013-05-24 |title=Renault unveils Twin'Run concept|work=Top Gear |date=24 May 2013|access-date=5 October 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite magazine |url= http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/renault/twingo/64108/renault-twinrun-revealed |title=Renault Twin'Run revealed|last=Bond |first=Paul|magazine=Auto Express|date=24 May 2013|access-date=5 October 2014}}</ref>
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===Twingo E-Tech Électrique{{anchor|Twingo ZE|Z.E.|E-Tech|E-Tech Électrique|Electric|Électrique}}===
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{{main|Renault Twingo Electric}}
{{update|date=August 2021}}
After plans to roll out new electric vehicles, including an electric Twingo, were confirmed in September 2019,<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-frankfurt-motor-show/renault-details-two-new-evs-due-2020 |title=Renault details two new EVs due in 2020 |author=Burgess, Rachel |date=10 September 2019 |work=Autocar |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref> Renault announced the Twingo Electric, marketed as the Twingo Z.E. (Zero Emissions) and in France as the Twingo E-Tech Électrique,<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.renault.fr/vehicules-electriques/twingo-electric.html | title=Nouvelle Renault TWINGO e-tech électrique }}</ref> the first-ever [[Battery electric car|electric version]] of its city car, in February 2020 at the [[Geneva Motor Show]].<ref name=TwingoPR>{{cite press release |url=https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/news-on-air/news/twingo-electric-the-ultimate-electric-city-car/ |title=Twingo Electric: the ultimate electric city car |date=24 February 2020 |publisher=Renault Group |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref><ref name=AC-2020>{{cite news |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-geneva-motor-show/renault-reveals-twingo-ze-electric-city-car |title=Renault reveals Twingo ZE electric city car |author=Attwood, James |date=24 February 2020 |work=Autocar |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref> It is the second electric car from Renault, following the Zoe.<ref name=Argus-2020>{{cite news |url=https://www.largus.fr/actualite-automobile/essai-renault-twingo-electric-notre-avis-sur-la-citadine-electrique-10442403.html |title=Essai Renault Twingo Electric : notre avis sur la citadine électrique |language=fr |trans-title=Renault Twingo Electric test: our review of the electric city car |author=Bellois, Bertrand |date=16 October 2020 |work=Cote Argus |access-date=22 January 2022}}</ref> The Twingo Z.E. drive train is based on that of the [[Smart EQ Forfour]], with a larger battery.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/renault-twingo-ze-ev-city-car-details-photos/ |title=Renault Twingo Z.E. is a Smart EV with a French Accent |author=Kierstein, Alex |date=March 6, 2020 |work=Motor Trend |access-date=22 April 2022}}</ref> Renault CEO [[Luca de Meo]] confirmed in 2021 the entire Twingo range would be discontinued after the third generation, driven in part by the forthcoming [[Euro 7]] emissions standards which will be implemented in 2025.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.lemonde.fr/economie/article/2021/01/27/renault-abandonne-sa-celebre-twingo_6067824_3234.html |title=Renault abandonne sa célèbre Twingo |language=fr |trans-title=Renault abandons its famous Twingo |date=January 27, 2021 |agency=AFP |newspaper=Le Monde |access-date=27 September 2022}}</ref> It is expected the A-segment Twingo will be replaced by the larger B-segment [[Renault 5 EV]].<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2021/01/the-renault-twingo-wont-live-past-its-current-generation/ |title=The Twingo Won't Live Past Its Current Generation, But Renault Won't Abandon Segment (Update) |author=Gnaticov, Cristian |date=January 28, 2021 |work=CarScoops |access-date=27 September 2022}}</ref>

The starting price, announced the following September, was {{Euro|21350}}.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://europe.autonews.com/automakers/renault-twingo-electric-joins-ranks-low-cost-evs |title=Renault Twingo Electric joins ranks of low-cost EVs |date=September 3, 2020 |work=Automotive News Europe |url-access=subscription |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref> It was not marketed in the United Kingdom, following Renault's withdrawal of the Twingo range from the UK market after the car model's facelift in 2019.<ref name=AC-2020/> A limited edition "Vibes" model, based on the regular "Intens" trim, was announced in July 2020; the special Valencia Orange colour was only available for the Vibes limited edition, but the Vibes could also be specified for any regular production colour, and was later made available for the conventional petrol-engines Twingo.<ref>{{cite press release |url=https://en.media.renault.com/news/new-renault-twingo-electric-a-new-limited-series-called-vibes-6d6a-989c5.html |title=New Renault Twingo Electric a new limited series called Vibes |date=23 July 2020 |publisher=Renault Group |access-date=22 January 2022}}</ref> Trim levels in 2022 included the Life ({{Euro|21550}}), Zen ({{Euro|24350}}), Intens ({{Euro|25550}}), and Urban Night ({{Euro|26650}}).<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.renault.fr/vehicules-electriques/twingo-electric.html |title=Twingo E-Tech Électrique |language=fr |publisher=Renault Group France |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref> Although the suggested retail price was high compared to a petrol-powered Twingo, the French government electric car subsidy of up to {{Euro|7000}} or 27% of the price made the cost of the electric version comparable.<ref name=Argus-2020/>

The car has a rated driving range of {{cvt|180|or|250|km}} on the [[Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure|WLTP driving cycle]] (Full or City, respectively). The on-board charger, branded Caméléon, can accept AC electric supply at up to 22&nbsp;kW;<ref name=TwingoPR/> the lithium-ion battery, with 22&nbsp;kW-hr capacity, incorporates lessons learned from the Renault Zoe.<ref name=Wiscart/> The battery itself weighs {{cvt|165|kg}} and is positioned beneath the front seats.<ref name=Argus-2020/><ref name=LN-2021>{{cite news |url=https://www.lesnumeriques.com/voiture/renault-twingo-e-tech-electrique-intens-p66293/test.html |title=Test Renault Twingo E-Tech électrique Intens : une mini-citadine à l'autonomie limitée |language=fr |trans-title=Renault Twingo E-Tech electric Intens tested: a mini-city car with limited range |author=Piot, Aurelien |date=18 December 2021 |work=Les Numeriques |access-date=22 January 2022}}<br/>English translation: {{cite web |url=https://www.arover.net/2021/12/18/renault-twingo-e-tech-electric-intens-test-a-mini-city-car-with-limited-autonomy/ |title=Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric Intens test: a mini-city car with limited autonomy |author=Pearce, Zachary |date=December 18, 2021 |work=Arover |access-date=27 September 2022}}</ref> The vehicle is limited to AC charging sources only, as the vehicle supply interface port does not accept a DC fast charge plug.<ref name=LN-2021/> The rear-mounted R80 traction motor has an output of {{cvt|80|hp|order=flip}} and {{cvt|118|lbft|Nm|order=flip}}, and the car has a [[kerb weight]] of {{cvt|1112|kg}}.<ref name=AC-2020/> The top speed is {{cvt|84|mph|km/h|order=flip}}, and can accelerate from 0–{{cvt|100|km/h}} in 12.6 seconds.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/renault-twingo-ze-tiny-ev-you-cant-have |title=The Renault Twingo ZE is a tiny EV you can't have |author=Harrison, Tom |date=25 February 2020 |work=BBC Top Gear |access-date=21 January 2022}}</ref> The default driving mode "D" emulates the behaviour of a petrol-powered car with moderate "engine braking" when the driver's foot is lifted from the throttle; a more aggressive and adjustable "B" regeneration mode is selectable, but does not allow one-pedal driving at the highest regeneration level.<ref name=LN-2021/>

The base trim ("Life") was criticized for lacking expected basic features like a radio and air conditioning; however, the lack of vibrations and abundant low-end torque from the electric traction motor were appreciated for city traffic.<ref name=Argus-2020/> The Twingo Electric was marketed against other low-cost city cars, such as the base model of the [[Fiat New 500]],<ref name=LN-2021/> as well as [[Volkswagen E-up!]] and the VW's rebadged versions, the [[SEAT Mii]] electric and [[Škoda Citigo]]-e iV; internally, the Twingo also competed with the [[Dacia Spring]];<ref name=Argus-2020/> compared to the VW and Dacia, the Twingo Electric offered a smaller driving range.<ref name=LN-2021/>

==Twingo Concept (2023)==
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[[File:Renault Twingo concept 2023.jpg|thumb|Renault Twingo Concept]]
In November 2023, it was confirmed that the Twingo would be returning as an electric model with a price tag under €20,000. A prototype for the new Twingo was shown at the Capital Markets Day press conference, featuring [[Retro-style automobile|retro styling]] heavily reminiscent of the first generation Twingo, continuing Renaults trend of retro styling for its future electric models, such as the [[Renault 4 E-Tech]] and the [[Renault 5 E-Tech]]. Efficiency figures of 10kWh/100&nbsp;km were also announced.

Renault Groupe CEO, [[Luca de Meo|Luca De Meo]], stated at the conference that development was to begin immediately and the car could be expected to reach production within two years, matching the development speed of [[Original equipment manufacturer|Chinese OEM vehicles]], meaning a release date of around 2026 is likely.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Groves |first=Jake |date=15 November 2023 |title=The Renault Twingo returns! New £17k EV teased with concept |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/renault/twingo/ |access-date=2023-11-19 |website=CAR Magazine |language=en}}</ref>

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