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Cupra Raval vs Renault Twingo
Selected trimE-Tech electric 80hp163 mi · 27.5 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Renault Twingo leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Renault Twingo if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.4p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Raval leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCupra
Cupra
5.2
Renault
0
Motorway Range
Cupra
4.2
Renault
3.8
Too close to call
FamilyCupra
Cupra
5.1
Renault
2.2
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
Renault
2.6
Cost Per MileRenault
Cupra
7.7
Renault
9.8
City DrivingRenault
Cupra
8
Renault
9.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
- 41 miles more WLTP range
- 136 litres more boot space
- 38 kW faster rapid charging
- 39 kW more power
- 2.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more seat
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 204 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 305 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
Renault Twingo
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm
Renault Twingo3,789mm-257mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm
Renault Twingo1,720mm-64mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm
Renault Twingo1,491mm-23mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 3,789 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm | 1,720 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | 1,953 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare | 680 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 305 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 966 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
Renault Twingo
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 1,720 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 3.79m-257mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.72m-64mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | 1.95m-47mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.49m-23mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.49m-106mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 305L* |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 966L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh (better) | 27.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi (better) | 163 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2027+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* 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 | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles (better) | 135 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh (better) | 27.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 99 kW (better) | 60 kW |
| Torque | 264 Nm (better) | 175 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
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 Cupra Raval and Renault Twingo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval 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 23-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the Renault Twingo?
The Renault Twingo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the Cupra Raval. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 680 mm of total clearance for the Renault Twingo and about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval. The Renault Twingo also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Raval or the Renault Twingo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 90% for the Renault Twingo. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .