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Renault Twingo I 1.2 (55 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault Twingo:
The Renault Twingo is a city car made by the French company Renault from 1992 to 2024 across three generations. The name is a portmanteau of twist, swing, and tango.
The first-generation Twingo debuted at the Paris Motor Show on 5 October 1992, receiving its formal market launch in continental European markets beginning in April 1993. Renault launched the second-generation Twingo in the summer of 2007 – and the third-generation Twingo debuted at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, receiving its formal market launch in September 2014. Production of the Twingo ended in the summer of 2024, to be replaced by the all-electric Renault Twingo E-Tech....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Renault Twingo (I). With 93 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 890 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 148 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Tested in 2003, the Twingo I received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection, reflecting its older design and limited safety features compared to contemporary standards.
1.2 (55 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 55 Hp 8V engine is quite basic, suitable only for urban environments. Acceleration is leisurely, and it struggles at higher speeds or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Despite lower power, its fuel economy is similar to the 75 Hp version at 6.0 l/100 km, indicating less efficiency for the power produced.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Charming and distinctive design
- • Spacious and versatile interior for its size
- • Excellent maneuverability in urban environments
- • Affordable to buy and run
- • Good visibility
Cons:
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Underpowered engines for highway driving
- • Basic interior materials
- • Some models prone to rust
- • Older automatic transmissions can be slow
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Twingo |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (55 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 55 Hp @ 5250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 47.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 93 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C3G |
| Engine displacement: | 1149 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 69 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 148 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.2 kg/Hp, 61.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.6 kg/Nm, 104.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 890 |
| Max. weight: | 1195 |
| Max load: | 305 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1096 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 168 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3433 mm mm |
| Width: | 1630 mm mm |
| Height: | 1423 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2340 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1416 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1374 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 145/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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