Renault Twizy Review

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6/10

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Was the Renault Twizy ahead of its time? This small, quirky electric car (technically a quadricycle) isn't the most practical or impressive to drive, but it's still stands out from the crowd - not much like it has been made since. 

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  • Battery size: 6.1kW
  • Miles per kWh: 8.36
  • E-Rating™: A+

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  • Max charge rate: 2.3 kW
  • Range: 56 miles
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  • Battery size: 6.1kW
  • Miles per kWh: 8.36
  • E-Rating™: A+

    Click here to find out more about our electric car Efficiency Rating.​

  • Max charge rate: 2.3 kW
  • Range: 56 miles
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  • Electrifying.com E-Rating A+

Ginny Says

“The idea of owning a Twizy works when I think about living in a big city, where the sun always shines. Which I don't. It's quirky, fun and has a niche of it's own, but it's never going to be a mainstream choice. Despite that, I'm still rather fond of it.”

Tom Says

“Quirk-tastic tandem two-seater that’s for urban commuting only. No proper doors, no heating, no problem. Think of it more as a city busting scooter that you can’t fall off at traffic lights, and you’d be about there. I like these. No idea why.”

It used to be the cheapest electric car to buy and charge, but Renault no longer sells it. 

  • Full charge cost (approx. – based on home charging): £1.00
  • Insurance group:10-11
  • Warranty Vehicle:4 years, 100,000 miles
Renault Twizy, Side shot, in car park, charging
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Pricing

The Twizy is no longer sold as a new car, although there is some good news if that makes you sad. The Twizy is going to make a comeback as the Duo, which you can read about here. The Duo will only be 'sold' through subscription packages and lease plans, so you won't be able to buy one outright.

This is because the pricing of the Twizy ultimately limited its appeal. At first it was only available with a strange scheme where you bought the 'car' but leased the battery. This proved unpopular with customers and made selling the car on the used market complex. Renault soon relented and moved to a more conventional purchase arrangement where the buyer paid outright for the battery and car together, however it made the Twizy more expensive than a budget hatchback. 

New alternatives include the Citroen Ami. It's also a quadricycle with a tiny footprint, battery and price tag, offered straight from the dealership rom £7,695 - a price that certainly makes it tempting, considering it's competitive with the price of late example Twizys. 

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