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MINI Cooper vs Renault Twingo
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
Selected trimE-Tech electric 80hp163 mi · 27.5 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Cooper leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Renault Twingo leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Cooper if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Cooper leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMINI
MINI
5.7
Renault
0
Motorway RangeMINI
MINI
4.4
Renault
3.8
FamilyMINI
MINI
4.4
Renault
2.2
ChargingMINI
MINI
5.2
Renault
2.6
Cost Per MileRenault
MINI
8.5
Renault
9.8
City Driving
MINI
9
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.
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
- 27 miles more WLTP range
- 25 kW faster rapid charging
- 75 kW more power
- 4.3s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,155 | Not available |
| Official range | 190 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Boot space | 210 L | 305 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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MINI Cooper
Renault Twingo
Length
MINI Cooper3,858mm
Renault Twingo3,789mm-69mm
Width
MINI Cooper1,756mm
Renault Twingo1,720mm-36mm
Height
MINI Cooper1,460mm-31mm
Renault Twingo1,491mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,858 mm | 3,789 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,756 mm | 1,720 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,944 mm (better) | 1,953 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 644 mm spare | 680 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 4 |
| Rear legroom | 778 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 210 L | 305 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 800 L | 966 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MINI Cooper
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 |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |  Renault Twingo E-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.86m | 3.79m-69mm |
| Width | 1.76m | 1.72m-36mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.94m | 1.95m+9mm |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.49m+31mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.53m | 2.49m-33mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 210L | 305L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 800L | 966L (better) |
| Seats | Not available | 4 |
| Rear Legroom | 778mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,615kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 40.7kWh (better) | 27.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi (better) | 163 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,155 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | 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 CooperCooper E | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 135 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 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 | 36.6 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 CooperCooper E | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| 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 Cooper
Cooper E
Renault Twingo
E-Tech electric 80hp
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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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 - MINI Cooper Cooper E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist77%
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.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | Renault TwingoE-Tech electric 80hp |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Renault Twingo
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
Renault Twingo
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the MINI Cooper and Renault Twingo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the MINI Cooper 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 Cooper goes roughly 23 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Cooper or the Renault Twingo?
The Renault Twingo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 36 mm narrower than the MINI Cooper. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 680 mm of total clearance for the Renault Twingo and about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Cooper or the Renault Twingo?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Cooper 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 Cooper'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 .