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Abarth 500e vs Renault Twingo
Selected trimHatchbackChange trim164 mi · 42.2 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimE-Tech electric 80hp163 mi · 27.5 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 500e leads on value for money and charging speed, while the Renault Twingo leads on motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 500e if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Renault Twingo if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.4p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Twingo edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueAbarth
Abarth
4.4
Renault
0
Motorway RangeRenault
Abarth
3.1
Renault
3.8
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
3.3
Renault
2.6
Cost Per MileRenault
Abarth
4.2
Renault
9.8
City Driving
Abarth
9.6
Renault
9.2
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Abarth 500e
Hatchback
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 54 kW more power
- 5.1s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.9 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 164 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Boot space | 185 L | 305 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 500e
Renault Twingo
Length
Abarth 500e3,673mm-116mm
Renault Twingo3,789mm
Width
Abarth 500e1,683mm-37mm
Renault Twingo1,720mm
Height
Abarth 500e1,518mm
Renault Twingo1,491mm-27mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,673 mm | 3,789 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,683 mm (better) | 1,720 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,900 mm (better) | 1,953 mm |
| Height | 1,518 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m (better) | 10.3 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 717 mm spare (better) | 680 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 185 L | 305 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 550 L | 966 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 500e
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 3,673 mm, shorter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Renault Twingo
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- At 3,789 mm, shorter than 80% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 1,720 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 500e Hatchback |  Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.67m | 3.79m+116mm |
| Width | 1.68m | 1.72m+37mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.90m | 1.95m+53mm |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.49m-27mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.32m | 2.49m+171mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 185L | 305L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 550L | 966L (better) |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.4m (better) | 10.3m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh (better) | 27.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 164 mi (better) | 163 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 85kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2027+ |
* Renault Twingo: Boot is 305 L with the sliding rear seats fully back, and up to 360 L with them slid forward.
* Renault Twingo: Renault targets a UK starting price below £20,000, with launch in 2027; UK prices and trims are not yet published.
* Renault Twingo: Manufacturer does not publish width without mirrors; figure verified from multiple independent sources.
* Renault Twingo: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-10.
* Renault Twingo: UK charging specification not yet confirmed. In Europe the car charges at 6.6 kW AC as standard, with 11 kW AC and up to 50 kW DC listed by the manufacturer.
* Renault Twingo: Up to 163 miles WLTP, pending final UK homologation.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 164 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 137 miles (better) | 135 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 85 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh (better) | 27.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 114 kW (better) | 60 kW |
| Torque | 235 Nm (better) | 175 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp
Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-10.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Abarth 500e and Renault Twingo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 137 miles for the Abarth 500e and 135 miles for the Renault Twingo - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 500e or the Renault Twingo?
The Abarth 500e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 37 mm narrower than the Renault Twingo. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 717 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 500e and about 680 mm of total clearance for the Renault Twingo. The Abarth 500e also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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