The Renault Twingo is being promoted from just €139 per month. The offer proposed by Renault allows this small electric vehicle to position itself as the most feared rival for the Dacia Spring. But what is the fine print of this offer? Is it well equipped? And what autonomy does it have? In this article we answer all these questions.
The transition process towards fully electric mobility is well advanced in the competitive segment of city cars. Many of the models available in this category are offered exclusively in electric format. Renault is one of the brands present in this category with the very interesting Renault Twingo Electric.
Under the premise of boosting sales of this small and affordable electric car, the French brand has created a striking offer. The Twingo Electric is on sale and with it, it becomes, without a doubt, the main rival of the Dacia Spring. All this despite the fact that both models belong to the same automobile conglomerate. The Renault Group.
The equipment of the Renault Twingo Electric on offer
What is the fine print of this offer? Is the promoted Twingo Electric well equipped? Well, let’s go into detail and answer these and many other questions. The first thing we must keep in mind is the version offered. Let us remember that the range is currently made up of two versions. And one of them is really a limited series that will be available for a specific time.
Renault has opted for the Zen trim level, the termination that occupies the access step. Despite being the most basic finish of the Twingo Electric, it has a more than acceptable endowment for daily life on board this small utility. We list below the most outstanding standard equipment:
Equipment Renault Twingo Electric Zen
- Central locking with remote control
- Multiple airbags (front and side)
- Front electric windows
- Governor and speed limiter
- automatic climate control
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- 15-inch alloy wheels
- Easy Link multimedia system with 7-inch touch screen
- Browser
- Height adjustable driver’s seat
- One-touch folding passenger seat
- Mixed leather/fabric upholstery
- Over-tinted rear windows
- Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors
- Automatic lighting and rain sensor
- rear parking sensors
- rear view camera
- LED daytime running lights
- Height-adjustable leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Front USB connection
- Type 3 charging cable
The autonomy of the Renault Twingo on offer
In the bowels of the Twingo, regardless of its version, is a 100% electric propulsion system made up of a 60 kW (81 hp) and 160 Nm of maximum torque. A motor powered by the energy stored in a 22kWh battery (useful capacity) signed by LG Chem. It is capable of accelerating from 0 to 50 km/h in just 4 seconds.
The autonomy is 190 kilometers under the WLTP cycle. A figure that can be increased up to 225 km driving in Eco mode although, we must bear in mind, that the benefits will be limited to prioritize efficiency. It declares an average consumption of 12.9 kWh at 100 km.
The small print of the Renault Twingo Electric offer
Renault is promoting the Twingo Electric from €139 per month. An offer from RCI Banque with an entry of €9,117 and a last installment of €9,145.50. The total installments is 37 with an APR of 9.37%. This offer is valid for individuals and freelancers. Includes VAT, registration tax, transport, manufacturer’s contribution to the MOVES III plan and promotions offered by Renault. The cash price of the vehicle is €20,193.09.
The offer has a minimum permanence of 36 months. The minimum amount to be financed will be the greater amount between €7,000 or the amount of the last installment. In addition, it is subject to a maximum mileage of 10,000 kilometers per year and is incompatible with other financial actions.