Renault Twizy: a new city car
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13th May, 2011
Renault has two versions of Twizy on display at the Barcelona Motor
Show (Spain), both powered by a 17 hp motor: Urban and Technic. Renault looks set to send 'shockwaves' through the
industry, as well as the corridors of rival city car and scooter manufacturers.
Twizy makes city motoring easier and safe:
- Twizy gets around town faster than a traditional city car thanks to its unprecedented ultra-compact dimensions
which also allows easy parking
- It offers two occupants – sitting in tandem, one behind the other – greater safety compared with a two-wheeled
vehicle, thanks to an extensive list of active and passive safety features
Twizy makes getting round town more enjoyable
- It is more agile than a car, whilst its acceleration performance is comparable with that of a scooter
- Twizy’s electric motor accelerates smoothly and silently, while torque is immediately available
- Its wraparound body work and side deflectors ensure enjoyable open-air motoring, protected from the elements
The no-fuss, practical all-electric vehicle
Twizy’s battery fully charges in just three and a half hours using a domestic electrical supply via a spiral
cable stowed behind a flap at the front. Twizy’s low weight (450 kg, including the 100 kg battery) directly helps
its operational range of approximately 100 kms (NEDC standard cycle). In everyday use, this figure can vary
depending on terrain, weather and driving conditions.
Accessories for the Twizy lifestyle
- An all-purpose bag with a capacity of 50 litres
- Additional protection against the weather
- A Parrot audio kit including Bluetooth connectivity, plus a USB connector, a jack socket and an Apple
connector
- Rear parking sensors
- A range of customisation accessories (coloured alloy wheels, decals) enabling owners to personalise their
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Technical data
| DIMENSIONS |
| Length |
2,337 mm |
| Width, not including door mirrors |
1,191 mm |
| Height |
1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase |
1,684 mm |
| Front/rear track |
1,050 mm/1,036 mm |
| Front/rear overhang |
292 mm/345 mm |
| Kerb weight |
450 kg, including battery (100 kg) |
| Tyres |
125x80 R13 (front) / 145x80 R13 (rear) |
| MOTOR |
| Type |
Electric |
| Transmission |
Direct, with reducer and forward/reverse inverter |
| Maximum peak power (EEC) |
13 kW (17 hp) |
| Maximum torque (EEC) |
57 Nm |
| BATTERY |
| Type |
Lithium-ion |
| Standard cycle range |
100 kilometres (62 miles) approximately |
| PERFORMANCE |
| Top speed |
50 mph |
Twizy Urban - standard equipment
- Red or grey paintwork
- ‘Urban’ TEP water resistant upholstery
- Coded electronic immobiliser
- Lockable handbrake and steering column
- Driver’s airbag
- 4-point front seat-belt
- 3-point rear seat-belt
- Anti-submarining front seat
- Child seat compatible rear seat (under 15 kg)
- Regenerative braking system with 4 disc brakes
- Audio pre-wiring
- Cable and integrated charger for a 3.5 hours full charge (using a domestic electrical supply or all types of
public charging spot)
- Econometer, range and ‘Eco driving’ gauge
- Two gloveboxes (one lockable)
- 31-litre lockable storage under rear seat
- 55-litre lockable rear storage achieved by turning rear seat over
Options
- Metallic paint - black or white
- Scissors doors with translucent lower half
- Transparent roof
Twizy Technic adds:
- ‘Carbon fibre’ graphics
- ‘Diamond black’ alloy wheels
- Metallic paint - black or white
- ‘Technic’ TEP water resistant upholstery with driver’s seat in white
Options
- Scissors doors with translucent lower half
- Transparent roof
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