For less than €20,000, are you ready to splurge on the Twingo?
This page is translated from the original post "À moins de 20 000 € êtes-vous prêts à craquer pour la Twingo ?" in French.
- 12/10/2024 8:33
Announced by Renault for 2026, the Twingo E-Tech electric aims to replicate the recipe that made the original model a success.
In 1992, Renault truly revolutionized the automotive world with the Twingo. A small affordable car offering minivan-like interior space in a compact urban car body. To achieve this, the diamond brand pushed the wheels to the corners to free up as much space as possible between them. In the stripped-down but functional cabin, everything was designed for comfort, including a brilliant sliding rear bench seat. With its little frog-like face and vibrant colors, the Twingo initially brought smiles before winning the hearts of the majority. With over 2.6 million units sold for phase 1, it was an exceptional success that subsequent generations have failed to replicate.
Today, it’s clear that it was likely the quirky, even improbable look of the first Twingo that contributed to its success. Its descendants have lost their way with more conventional but less distinctive bodies. So why not attempt to resurrect the icon by projecting it into the future, hence with an electric powertrain?
Seeking to be like its original model, clever and above all irreverent, the Twingo E-Tech electric aims to evoke the soul of the original car with its minimalist monovolume silhouette, playful lights, agility, and friendly nature. At first glance, it looks promising as one can immediately recognize in this new Twingo… a Twingo!
The only significant change is the transition of the Twingo to a 5-door model and the replacement of the fabric sunroof found in some versions with a fixed glass roof for all. It also adopts a series of details inspired by the first Twingo, enhancing its character by combining charm and technology.
So, in 2026, whether you have owned a Twingo or not, will you be tempted by this reimagining of a successful story? Come and form your own opinion at the Paris Motor Show.
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