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Renault Twingo vs Dongfeng Box comparison

Compare performance (82 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Twingo or Dongfeng Box?

Renault Twingo vs Dongfeng Box: Key differences

Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Dongfeng Box

  • somewhat more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

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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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Dongfeng Box costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,505 £.

As for electric range, the Dongfeng Box offers a bit more range – reaching up to 310 km, about 48 km more than the Renault Twingo.

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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 Dongfeng Box offers somewhat more power – delivering 95 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

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: Dongfeng Box offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is marginally lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,355 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dongfeng Box offers marginally more boot space – 326 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, the Dongfeng Box carries moderately more – 375 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dongfeng Box is clearly 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.

from £23,600
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Dongfeng Box

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 HP
  • Electric Range 310 km
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Otto
24 May 2026, 14:36:22

Great car, my wife loves it! 3 years, zero problems!

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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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Dongfeng Box

The Dongfeng Box is a practical, no-frills compact van that suits small businesses and families who need a versatile, easy-to-use vehicle. Its simple, utilitarian design and roomy interior make loading and day-to-day driving straightforward, while ownership is kept uncomplicated.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Price
23,600 - 24,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Electric Range
310 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Curb weight
1,355 kg
Trunk capacity
305 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
301 - 320 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
82 HP
Power HP
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
60 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Dongfeng
What drivetrain options does the Renault Twingo have?

The Renault Twingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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