- For: Cheap to buy, fun to drive, zero emissions
- Against: Two seats, harsh ride, exposure to the elements
- Verdict: Great fun in small doses
The Renault Twizy is among Britain’s most affordable new electric ‘cars’.
However, you’ll have to make one or two sacrifices.
It features in-line seating, so the passenger is behind the driver. Alternatively, you can opt for a Cargo version, which offers a 180-litre/115kg boot instead of a second seat.
Either way, you’ll feel exposed to the elements, although optional scissor doors and zip-on windows provide some shelter.
The 50mph top speed and 62 miles of range will be enough for most buyers, while the ability to fully recharge in just three-and-a-half hours using a domestic socket makes the Twizy perfect for city commuters.
You have to factor in the cost of battery rental, with prices starting from £45 a month.
The Twizy Expression offers a lockable 31-litre storage box, heated windscreen and steel wheels, while the Dynamique adds floor mats, a choice of 14 colours and 13-inch alloys.
KEY INFO
- Launched: 2012
- Facelifted: TBC
- Due for replacement: TBC