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Ford Transit Connect vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Renault Twingo?

Ford Transit Connect vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • clearly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Twingo

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly 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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Twingo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Ford Transit Connect costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,747 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Connect offers clearly more power – delivering 122 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Transit Connect is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 11.4 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Transit Connect delivers significantly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Renault Twingo offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is visibly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries significantly more – 780 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 460 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Connect comes out modestly ahead 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.

from £30,800
Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 HP
Ford Transit Connect
Renault Twingo

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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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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Ford Transit Connect
Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
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co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
301 - 320 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
60 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault
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