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Citroën ë-C3 vs Renault Twingo
Selected trimE-Tech electric 80hp163 mi · 27.5 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 leads on value for money, while the Renault Twingo leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
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
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault Twingo wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
4.8
Renault
0
Motorway RangeRenault
Citroën
1.9
Renault
3.8
Cost Per MileRenault
Citroën
3.4
Renault
9.8
City DrivingRenault
Citroën
8
Renault
9.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £19,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 134 miles | 163 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 310 L (better) | 305 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3
Renault Twingo
Length
Citroën ë-C34,015mm
Renault Twingo3,789mm-226mm
Width
Citroën ë-C31,755mm
Renault Twingo1,720mm-35mm
Height
Citroën ë-C31,577mm
Renault Twingo1,491mm-86mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,015 mm | 3,789 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,755 mm | 1,720 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,953 mm |
| Height | 1,577 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 645 mm spare | 680 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 310 L (better) | 305 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 966 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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 |  Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range |  Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.01m | 3.79m-226mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.72m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.95m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.49m-86mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.54m | 2.49m-47mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 310L (better) | 305L* |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 966L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,413kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 30kWh (better) | 27.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 134 mi | 163 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 30kW | 50kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £19,995 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£1,500) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2027+ |
* Citroën ë-C3: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* 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 | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 134 miles | 163 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 94 miles | 135 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 30 kW | 50 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 165 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 29.8 kWh (better) | 27.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 83 kW (better) | 60 kW |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C3
Urban Range
Renault Twingo
E-Tech electric 80hp
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp
Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-10.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Citroën ë-C3 and Renault Twingo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 94 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 and 135 miles for the Renault Twingo - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault Twingo goes roughly 42 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Renault Twingo?
The Renault Twingo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 680 mm of total clearance for the Renault Twingo and about 645 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Renault Twingo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 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 .