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Renault Twingo 2007

2007

The Renault Twingo is an iconic city car produced by the French manufacturer Renault since 1992. In 2007, Renault introduced the second generation of the Twingo, offering a base version aimed at drivers seeking a compact, economical, and versatile vehicle. This new iteration was designed to meet the needs of urban drivers while maintaining the practical and playful spirit that made the Twingo successful.

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History

The Renault Twingo was first introduced at the Paris Motor Show in 1992, with sales in Europe starting in April 1993. The first generation achieved significant success, with over 2.4 million units sold by 2007. In June 2007, production of the first generation ceased in France, replaced by the second generation of the Twingo. This new version was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2007, marking a significant evolution of the model while maintaining its practical and playful essence. (press.renault.co.uk)

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Technical data

Twingo is presented here with its key technical data: 58 - 99 ch, 94 - 271 Nm, 9.8 - 15 s, 151 - 188 km/h. The recorded setup is Traction / Manuelle, 5 rapports.

Power

58 - 99 ch

Torque

94 - 271 Nm

0-100 km/h

9.8 - 15 s

Top speed

151 - 188 km/h

Displacement

1149 - 1461 cm3

Weight

895 - 980 kg

Dimensions

3599 x 1654 x 1471 mm

Consumption

4 - 5.9 L/100 km

Fuel types

Essence, Diesel

Gearboxes

Manuelle, 5 rapports, Manuelle

Drivetrain

Traction

Matched engine options
Version	Power	Torque	Gearbox	Drivetrain
1.2L 16V 5MT (75 HP)	74 ch	107 Nm	Manuelle, 5 rapports	Traction
1.2L 5MT (60 HP)	59 ch	94 Nm	Manuelle, 5 rapports	Traction
1.2L 8V 5MT (60 HP)	58 ch	94 Nm	Manuelle, 5 rapports	Traction
1.5L dCi 5MT (65 HP)	64 ch	160 Nm	Manuelle, 5 rapports	Traction
1.5L dCi 5MT (85 HP)	83 ch	271 Nm	Manuelle	Traction
1.2L 16V Turbo 5MT (100 HP)	99 ch	145 Nm	Manuelle, 5 rapports	Traction

1.2L 16V 5MT (75 HP)

Power: 74 ch
Torque: 107 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 5 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

1.2L 5MT (60 HP)

Power: 59 ch
Torque: 94 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 5 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

1.2L 8V 5MT (60 HP)

Power: 58 ch
Torque: 94 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 5 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

1.5L dCi 5MT (65 HP)

Power: 64 ch
Torque: 160 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 5 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

1.5L dCi 5MT (85 HP)

Power: 83 ch
Torque: 271 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle
Drivetrain: Traction

1.2L 16V Turbo 5MT (100 HP)

Power: 99 ch
Torque: 145 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 5 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

Source: CarData.wiki

Anecdotes

The Renault Twingo was designed under the direction of Patrick Le Quément, Renault's chief designer, who aimed to create a practical and playful city car. The name 'Twingo' is an acronym formed from the words 'Twist', 'Swing', and 'Tango', reflecting the vehicle's dynamic spirit. (cars-directory.net)

Production

Production of the first-generation Renault Twingo ceased in France in June 2007, with a total of 2,478,648 units produced up to that date. Production continued in Colombia until June 2012, strictly for the domestic market. (en.wikipedia.org)

Press reception

The specialized press praised the 2007 Renault Twingo for its dynamic design and versatility, highlighting its suitability for urban drivers. Journalists also appreciated the improved performance and safety features compared to the previous generation. (presse.renault.de)

Evolution

The second generation of the Renault Twingo, launched in 2007, was designed on the Renault Clio II platform, providing better collision protection. It is available in both left-hand and right-hand drive configurations, catering to various markets. Production began in France and was later transferred to the Revoz plant in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. (en.wikipedia.org)

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Variants

The 2007 Renault Twingo was offered in several trim levels, including Authentique, Expression, Initiale, Dynamique, and GT. These versions provided various features and equipment to cater to the diverse preferences of customers. (press.renault.co.uk)