Is Renault Twingo a reliable car?

Renault Twingo reliability The Twingo came 67th out of 150 cars in our 2016 Driver Power customer satisfaction survey, with a decent 47th place finish for reliability. Owners also praise its running costs, although seat comfort came in for some criticism.

How fast can a Renault Twingo go?

Renault Twingo petrol engines Models with the less powerful engine are capable of 0-62mph in 14.5 seconds and a top speed of 94mph, whereas the 89bhp 0.9-litre engine gets the car from 0-62mph in a much more sprightly 10.8 seconds, going on to a maximum of 103mph.

When did Renault stop making the Twingo?

The compact car, which was also known as the “Le Car” in the US before it was discontinued in 1996, made an electrifying comeback as part of the French automaker’s green offensive. But the Renault 5’s return comes with a piece of sad news.

Does Renault Twingo have rev counter?

The app also hooks into the car’s telemetry, giving you more detailed information about how economical your driving is. It also gives you a digital rev counter.

What does Twingo mean in French?

The name Twingo is a portmanteau of the words twist, swing and tango.

Is a Renault Twingo a good first car?

The Renault Twingo gets a big thumbs up as a first car due to it being easy to manoeuvre, compact but spacious, and of course, stylish.

What engine does a Twingo have?

Twingo buyers have a choice of three-cylinder petrol engines: a 1.0-litre with 69bhp which claims 0-62mph in 14.5 seconds and an 89bhp turbocharged 0.9-litre that promises a time of 10.8 seconds. The more powerful 99bhp version of the same engine only appears in the Twingo GT, which is no longer available new.

Why is Twingo not sold in UK?

Renault will axe the Twingo city car from its UK line-up, citing a desire to simplify its model range. A facelifted Twingo will go on sale in the next few months, but Renault has confirmed that a right-hand-drive version for the UK won’t be introduced.

Where is Renault Twingo made?

Novo Mesto, Slovenia
It was co-developed with Daimler’s third generation Smart Fortwo and second generation Smart Forfour. The third generation Twingo and second generation Forfour are manufactured at the same factory in Novo Mesto, Slovenia.

What engine does Renault Twingo have?

The standard Twingo range is powered by either a 1.0-litre three-cylinder or a 900cc turbo three-cylinder. These are badged SCe 70 and TCe 90 respectively, and it’s the TCe that we’d choose. It has better mid-range power, making it more useable around town where the Twingo performs well.

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Are Renault twingos still made?

Renault Twingo to be discontinued, to be succeeded by new model based on Renault 5 prototype – report. The Renault Twingo will not live on beyond its current, third generation, CEO Luca de Meo said in a statement to L’Automobile Magazine.