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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Renault Twingo?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Renault Twingo

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Twingo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,771 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Twingo offers significantly more range – reaching up to 262 km, about 157 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 645 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 8.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 825 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 5 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more boot space – 520 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries substantially more – 600 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 67 - 105 km
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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Renault Twingo

The Renault Twingo is a cheeky city car that turns tight streets and impossible parking spaces into an urban playground with its agile handling and compact footprint. It’s perfect for zipping around town thanks to clever interior packaging and a playful character, though buyers chasing long-distance comfort or huge luggage space should consider other options.

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Reviews Renault Twingo

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

A nice little 5‑CV petrol car that, unfortunately, is no longer sold new.

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Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
301 - 320 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
60 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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