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Polestar 5 vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (884 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (101700 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 5 or Renault Twingo?

Polestar 5 vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

Polestar 5

  • decisively more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

Renault Twingo

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly perceptible more efficient
  • decisively lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Twingo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 84600 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault Twingo: with 13.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Polestar 5 with 17.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.50 kWh.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 670 km, about 408 km more than the Renault Twingo.

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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 Polestar 5 has a decisively edge – offering 884 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 802 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.10 s. That’s about 8.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 5 pulls convincingly stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 840 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In curb weight, Renault Twingo is decisively lighter – 1275 kg compared to 2462 kg. The difference is around 1187 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 5 offers slightly more room – 365 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Twingo holds a very small edge 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.

Polestar 5
Renault Twingo

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Twingo

Renault Twingo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 82 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 260 - 262 km

Polestar 5

The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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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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Polestar 5
Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption

Price
101700 - 121400 £
Price
17100 - 18500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.10 kWh
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Battery Capacity
106 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2462 - 2465 kg
Curb weight
1275 - 1294 kg
Trunk capacity
365 L
Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
5087 mm
Length
-
Width
2015 mm
Width
1720 mm
Height
1419 - 1425 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
301 - 320 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.10 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
812 - 1015 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Power kW
60 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Polestar 5?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.