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MINI Aceman vs Renault Twingo
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
Selected trimE-Tech electric 80hp163 mi · 27.5 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Aceman leads on value for money and family practicality, while the Renault Twingo leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
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 MINI Aceman edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueMINI
MINI
5.7
Renault
0
Motorway Range
MINI
3.9
Renault
3.8
Too close to call
FamilyMINI
MINI
4.7
Renault
2.2
Cost Per MileRenault
MINI
9.3
Renault
9.8
City DrivingRenault
MINI
8.1
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 | MINI AcemanE | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,310 | Not available |
| Official range | 191 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Boot space | 300 L | 305 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 12.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MINI Aceman
Renault Twingo
Length
MINI Aceman4,079mm
Renault Twingo3,789mm-290mm
Width
MINI Aceman1,754mm
Renault Twingo1,720mm-34mm
Height
MINI Aceman1,514mm
Renault Twingo1,491mm-23mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,079 mm | 3,789 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,754 mm | 1,720 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,984 mm | 1,953 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 646 mm spare | 680 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Rear legroom | 822 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 300 L | 305 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1005 L (better) | 966 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MINI Aceman
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.
- 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 |  MINI Aceman E |  Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.08m | 3.79m-290mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.72m-34mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 1.95m-31mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.49m-23mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.61m | 2.49m-113mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 300L | 305L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1005L (better) | 966L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Rear Legroom | 822mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,720kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh (better) | 27.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 191 mi (better) | 163 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,310 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 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 | MINI AcemanE | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 191 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 159 miles (better) | 135 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 75 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 38.5 kWh (better) | 27.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 12.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 135 kW (better) | 60 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 175 Nm |
| 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.
MINI Aceman
E
Renault Twingo
E-Tech electric 80hp
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MINI Aceman E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 MINI Aceman and Renault Twingo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 159 miles for the MINI Aceman and 135 miles for the Renault Twingo - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Aceman goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Aceman or the Renault Twingo?
The Renault Twingo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 34 mm narrower than the MINI Aceman. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 680 mm of total clearance for the Renault Twingo and about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman. The Renault Twingo also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Aceman or the Renault Twingo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Aceman and 90% for the Renault Twingo. That gives the Renault Twingo a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Renault Twingo's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the MINI Aceman's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .