Renault has officially unveiled its all-electric city car, the Twingo E-Tech, which it unveiled as a concept two years ago. This minicar, which retains the characteristic and charming lines of the legendary 1992 original Renault Twingo, is being launched as a product that combines classic aesthetics with an electric future.
Renault Twingo E-Tech Announced
Renault’s biggest ambition in this new move is to offer the Twingo E-Tech to consumers at a price tag below €20,000. With this strategy, the company aims to create a competitive alternative, particularly against the rise of affordable Chinese electric vehicles in the European market.
To maintain its affordable price target, Renault announced that the Twingo is equipped with 27.5 kWh LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries. This battery choice is said to have reduced battery costs by approximately 20 percent.
The vehicle’s range, determined according to WLTP standards, is announced as 263 km. The relatively small battery capacity is also reflected in charging speeds; The Twingo E-Tech offers a maximum of 50 kW DC fast charging and 11 kW AC charging.
According to Renault, thanks to this small battery pack, charging from 10% to 80% takes just 30 minutes, while AC charging from 10% to 100% takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes.
The Twingo E-Tech is powered by an electric motor producing 80 hp (60 kW) and 175 Nm of torque. With these motor outputs, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in around 12.1 seconds and has a top speed of 130 km/h.
Weighing approximately 1,200 kg, the car’s exterior design retains the lines and distinctive round headlights of the original Twingo. The interior features dark plastic surfaces enhanced by colorful accents. A striking feature of the interior is the independent sliding of the rear seats 17 cm forward and backward.
This flexibility allows users to increase rear legroom if desired or expand the boot volume from 360 liters to 1000 liters with the seats folded down. Production of the new electric Twingo will take place at the Novo Mesto plant in Slovenia, with first deliveries expected to begin in early 2026.
