Renault Twizy
Renault Twizy Urban 45
The compact Renault Twizy Urban 45 suits city parking and narrow streets. Estimated charging costs are about 0.8p a mile on an off-peak tariff, about £2,001 a year below the petrol equivalent using this comparison's assumptions.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 82% of its battery health, roughly 62 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you're buying used. What owners say: Engaging and fun driving experience with sharp, responsive steering and nimble handling around corners. Battery rental schemes (£30-45/month or €50/month) significantly erode cost savings and make ownership expensive long-term.
Used from
£3,999
£5,615 avg
New MSRP was £11,995 (discontinued 2023)
Range
62 mi
Battery
6.1kWh
Charge
AC only
Specifications
Dimensions
Licence & running costs
What you need to drive the Renault Twizy, and what it costs to run in a city.
- Vehicle class
- L6e quadricycle
- Licence needed
- AM licence from age 16 (or a full car licence)
- Congestion Charge
- 50% Cleaner Vehicle Discount (a discount, not an exemption)
- ULEZ
- Free (zero tailpipe emissions)
- MoT
- Exempt while under 25 years old
- Charging
- 3-pin domestic socket only (no rapid charging)
- Real-world range
- approx. 48 miles (estimated)
Vehicle tax (VED) for quadricycles is often misclassified by third-party lookups; check your V5C or DVLA for the correct tax class.
Renault Twizy: common questions
- Do you need a driving licence for the Renault Twizy?
- Yes. The Renault Twizy is an L6e quadricycle, so you need at least a UK category AM licence and must be 16 or older to drive it.
- Can a 16-year-old drive the Renault Twizy in the UK?
- Yes. With a UK category AM licence you can legally drive the Renault Twizy from age 16.
- Is the Renault Twizy road-legal in the UK, and does it need an MOT?
- The Renault Twizy is a road-legal quadricycle. As an L6e it is exempt from the MOT test until it is 25 years old.
- How do you charge the Renault Twizy?
- The Renault Twizy charges from a standard 3-pin domestic socket. It does not support rapid (DC) charging.
- What should you check when buying a used Renault Twizy?
- Check who owns the battery. Many used Twizys are advertised as "Battery Lease": the battery was hired from Renault on its own monthly agreement rather than bought with the car. Ask the seller whether the battery is owned or leased, and if it is leased, get the hire terms in writing before you buy.
- What is the real-world range of the Renault Twizy?
- Around 48 miles on a charge in real-world UK conditions, a conservative estimate derived from the official WLTP figure.
- Is the Renault Twizy ULEZ or Congestion Charge exempt?
- The Renault Twizy is ULEZ-compliant, so there is no ULEZ charge. It is not exempt from the London Congestion Charge but qualifies for the 50% Cleaner Vehicle Discount.
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5.6/10
5 reviews
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Engaging and fun driving experience with sharp, responsive steering and nimble handling around corners.
- Very low running costs and affordable insurance, especially outside the UK.
- Practical for short commutes and local trips under 15 miles when range is not a concern.
Watch Out For
- Battery rental schemes (£30-45/month or €50/month) significantly erode cost savings and make ownership expensive long-term.
- Severely limited range of 40-60 miles per charge, dropping to 30 miles at motorway speeds or in winter.
- Very hard suspension delivers uncomfortable ride quality that some owners find jarring.
Owner Tips
- Prioritize vehicles with owned batteries over rented ones to avoid ongoing monthly charges; verify total cost of ownership including battery rental before purchase.
- Look for used 3-year-old models for best value, and check battery State of Health even on older vehicles as they can retain good condition.
- Best suited for warm climates and predictable short commutes (10-15 miles) with off-street parking; consider alternatives like Renault Zoe or Citroën Ami for greater practicality.
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Size Overview
Length
2.34m
Width
1.23m
Height
1.45m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
Battery chemistry not confirmed
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage. Limited data - treat as a rough guide.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Renault Twizy Urban 45 is estimated to retain around 92.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 49 miles in summer and 36 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Renault Twizy Urban 45 is estimated to retain around 88.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 47 miles in summer and 35 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Renault Twizy Urban 45 is estimated to retain around 82.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 43 miles in summer and 32 miles in winter.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued. No active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Buying this car used? Start with the used EV buyer's checklist
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The Renault Twizy Urban 80 is compact enough to make city parking and tight streets easy. It's also one of the cheapest EVs to run, about 0.8p a mile on an off-peak tariff, about £2,001 a year less than a petrol equivalent.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 82% of its battery health, roughly 62 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you're buying used. What owners say: Engaging and fun driving experience with sharp, responsive steering and nimble handling around corners. Battery rental schemes (£30-45/month or €50/month) significantly erode cost savings and make ownership expensive long-term.
Used from
£3,999
£5,615 avg
New MSRP was £11,995 (discontinued 2023)
Range
62 mi
Battery
6.1kWh
Charge
AC only
Specifications
Dimensions
Licence & running costs
What you need to drive the Renault Twizy, and what it costs to run in a city.
- Vehicle class
- L7e quadricycle
- Licence needed
- B1 licence from age 17 (or a full car licence)
- Congestion Charge
- 50% Cleaner Vehicle Discount (a discount, not an exemption)
- ULEZ
- Free (zero tailpipe emissions)
- MoT
- Annual MoT required
- Charging
- 3-pin domestic socket only (no rapid charging)
- Real-world range
- approx. 48 miles (estimated)
Vehicle tax (VED) for quadricycles is often misclassified by third-party lookups; check your V5C or DVLA for the correct tax class.
Renault Twizy: common questions
- Do you need a driving licence for the Renault Twizy?
- Yes. The Renault Twizy is an L7e quadricycle, so you need at least a UK category B1 licence and must be 17 or older to drive it.
- Can a 17-year-old drive the Renault Twizy in the UK?
- Yes. With a UK category B1 licence you can legally drive the Renault Twizy from age 17.
- Is the Renault Twizy road-legal in the UK, and does it need an MOT?
- The Renault Twizy is a road-legal quadricycle and takes an annual MOT.
- How do you charge the Renault Twizy?
- The Renault Twizy charges from a standard 3-pin domestic socket. It does not support rapid (DC) charging.
- What should you check when buying a used Renault Twizy?
- Check who owns the battery. Many used Twizys are advertised as "Battery Lease": the battery was hired from Renault on its own monthly agreement rather than bought with the car. Ask the seller whether the battery is owned or leased, and if it is leased, get the hire terms in writing before you buy.
- What is the real-world range of the Renault Twizy?
- Around 48 miles on a charge in real-world UK conditions, a conservative estimate derived from the official WLTP figure.
- Is the Renault Twizy ULEZ or Congestion Charge exempt?
- The Renault Twizy is ULEZ-compliant, so there is no ULEZ charge. It is not exempt from the London Congestion Charge but qualifies for the 50% Cleaner Vehicle Discount.
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsWhat Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Engaging and fun driving experience with sharp, responsive steering and nimble handling around corners.
- Very low running costs and affordable insurance, especially outside the UK.
- Practical for short commutes and local trips under 15 miles when range is not a concern.
Watch Out For
- Battery rental schemes (£30-45/month or €50/month) significantly erode cost savings and make ownership expensive long-term.
- Severely limited range of 40-60 miles per charge, dropping to 30 miles at motorway speeds or in winter.
- Very hard suspension delivers uncomfortable ride quality that some owners find jarring.
Owner Tips
- Prioritize vehicles with owned batteries over rented ones to avoid ongoing monthly charges; verify total cost of ownership including battery rental before purchase.
- Look for used 3-year-old models for best value, and check battery State of Health even on older vehicles as they can retain good condition.
- Best suited for warm climates and predictable short commutes (10-15 miles) with off-street parking; consider alternatives like Renault Zoe or Citroën Ami for greater practicality.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
2.34m
Width
1.23m
Height
1.45m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
Battery chemistry not confirmed
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage. Limited data - treat as a rough guide.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Renault Twizy Urban 80 is estimated to retain around 92.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 49 miles in summer and 36 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Renault Twizy Urban 80 is estimated to retain around 88.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 47 miles in summer and 35 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Renault Twizy Urban 80 is estimated to retain around 82.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 43 miles in summer and 32 miles in winter.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued. No active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Buying this car used? Start with the used EV buyer's checklist
Rankings & tools
Compare
Find Similar EVsData accuracy
Specs sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed.
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