Renault Twizy
The Renault Twizy is a two-seat electric microcar designed and marketed by Renault. It is classified in Europe as either a light or heavy quadricycle depending on the output power, which is either 4 kW (5.4 hp) for the 45 model or 13 kW (17 hp) for the 80 model, both names reflecting its top speed in km/h. Originally manufactured in Valladolid, Spain, production was moved to Busan in South Korea in March 2019 to meet increased demand in Asia. In July 2023 it was announced that production of the Twizy was to end in September 2023; it is to be replaced by the new Mobilize Duo.
| Manufacturer | Renault |
|---|---|
| Body type | City car |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Engine power | 9 kW (12 hp) |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the Renault Twizy in 2023 (10 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 83% of Renault Twizys pass their MOT test first time, based on 467 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Renault Twizy in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Renault recalls.