Renault Twizy Hatchback (2012)
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Renault Twizy is an entry-level subcompact hatchback in production from 2012. It is powered by a tiny 17hp electric motor coupled to a tiny 6kWh battery.
In some applications, the Twizy can be restricted and serve as a "quadricycle", which means that one doesn't need a driver's license to use it. Indeed, the "car" is more akin to a child's toy: It is plasticky and ugly, although it is so ugly that the styling has become "fun".
Engineers at Renault clearly didn't think aerodynamics are that important for this vehicle, with a miserable 0.64 coefficient of drag to show for it.
A is the extraordinarily small 6.8m (22.3ft) turning circle.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 28% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Very small turning circle
- Fun looks
Cons
- Not a real car
- Horrid 0.64 drag coefficient
- Poor suspension setup
- Very little cargo space
What external reviewers found***
External score 37% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good range
- Sleek, stylish design
- Decent fuel economy
- Easy-to-use zip-up windows
- Low running costs
Cons
- Lack of safety features
- Not as practical as scooters
- Not the most fun to drive
- Not the best for pockmarked roads
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
31 L / 1.1 cu-ft
Passengers
2
Payload
216 kg / 476 lbs
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs, 214 mm
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs, 204 mm
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
MacPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Tire Size
Front wheel tires: 125/80 R13 Rear wheel tires: 145/80 R13
Turning Circle
6.8 m / 22.3 ft
Construction
Battery | Capacity
6.1 kWh (gross)
Battery | Type
Lithium-ion
Body Style
2-door battery-electric Hatchback
Dimensions
Ground Clearance
120 mm / 4.7 in
Size | Height
1454 mm / 57.2 in
Size | Length
2338 mm / 92.0 in
Size | Width
1237 mm / 48.7 in | 1381 mm / 54.4 in (mirror unfolded)
Track Width | Front
1094.0 mm / 43.1 in
Track Width | Rear
1080.0 mm / 42.5 in
Weight
474.0 kg / 1045.0 lbs
Wheelbase
1686 mm / 66.4 in
Performance
Coefficient Of Drag
0.64
Top Speed
80.0 km/h / 49.7 mph, 80.0 km/h / 49.7 mph (EV mode)
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Rear-engine (transverse), Rear-wheel drive
Engine | Power
17 hp / 12.7 kW
Transmission | Gears
1-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic
Production
Availability
2012
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External Reviews
autoexpress[1]
Reviewer score 34%There are three trim levels to choose from. Entry-level Expression comes with 13-inch wheels, a heated windscreen, a lockable glovebox, an onboard computer and a three-metre-long charging cable. Dynamique trim offers different colour combinations - including Diamond Black, Snow White, Flame Orange and Lagoon Blue. Cargo versions essentially provide the same specification as the base Dynamique, with transformation of rear passenger space into a storage area.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Low running costs
- Decent fuel economy
- Good range
Cons
- Lack of safety features
- Not as practical as scooters
carmagazine[2]
Reviewer score 41%The Renault Twizy has a 17bhp, 47lb ft electric motor. Top speed is a limited 50mph, but reachable speeds in London and the like are rarely above 30mph. The car has no radio, no heater, a tiny 31-litre boot and a maximum range of between 40-60 miles.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Sleek, stylish design
- Easy-to-use zip-up windows
- Decent range
Cons
- Not the most fun to drive
- Not the best for pockmarked roads
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