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Renault Twingo vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (82 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Twingo or VW ID.3?

Renault Twingo vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Twingo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,081 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Twingo is very slightly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 13.9 kWh/100km for the VW ID.3. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 629 km, about 367 km more than the Renault Twingo.

ID.3

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 VW ID.3 offers clearly more power – delivering 231 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers significantly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW ID.3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is considerably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers visibly more boot space – 383 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries markedly more – 464 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 is clearly superior 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 £29,100
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 231 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 410 - 629 km
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Reviews Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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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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eb
18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

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

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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is Volkswagen’s compact electric hatch that prioritizes practical daily usability with a comfortable, modern interior. It delivers a smooth, quiet driving experience and intuitive tech that makes switching to electric straightforward.

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Pennings
6 May 2026, 08:03:27

ID.3 catches less wind. It's more pleasant, especially on the highway. Also: more economical, lighter and with the same step‑in height.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
260 - 262 km
Electric Range
410 - 629 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
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Trunk capacity
305 L
Trunk capacity
383 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,809 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
422 - 464 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
82 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
60 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Twingo have?

The Renault Twingo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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