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Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 1990s hatchback has comeback CONFIRMED for the UK with bargain start price
It follows the release of two other throwback hatchbacks BRING IT BACK Iconic 1990s hatchback has comeback CONFIRMED for the UK with bargain start price Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR car brand has confirmed that its new electric car will arrive in the UK shortly after its launch next year. British motorists will be able to buy the new Renault Twingo electric car in right-hand drive form after its initial launch, Renault boss Fabrice Cambolive has announced. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 The Renault Twingo electric car is set to launch in the UK sometime in 2026 Credit: RENAULT 6 Its seats are colour-matched to the exterior paintwork Credit: RENAULT 6 It features a modern interior while maintaining the charm of early models Credit: RENAULT The car is due to launch in mainland Europe next year but there were doubts about its viability in the UK because of the cost of converting it to a right-hand drive. It is now in its fourth generation, with an affordable starting price tag of under €20,000 (£16,700). Autocar reported yesterday that Cambolive would be retailing the model in the UK following the success of the Renault 5 and 4. Cambolive said: "The UK is very important in terms of product recognition, because your legacy in terms of cars is very important. 'I've followed closely the reaction to the R5 and R4 [in the UK], and with Twingo the exercise will be even more interesting because it's not only sportiness, agility, design and practicality but we can play on versatility. 'The Twingo can be one of the solutions of mobility for the UK tomorrow. "You couldn't have the genuine Twingo in 1992, because right-hand drive didn't arrive until a generation after, but I will put all my pressure and my attention to get the Twingo for the UK as soon as possible [after it is launched in mainland Europe].' The success of Renault's other cars in the UK has reassured Cambolive that the costly risk of producing the right-hand drive model of the Twingo will be worthwhile. The interior draws on its original 1992 design, while modernising with a 7.0in digital instrument cluster and a 10.1in infotainment touchscreen. Its seats mirror the exterior paint, again referencing early models of the car which featured bold upholstery options. Nostalgia underpins the cars design, even in the small details, like the front seatbacks being adjusted using skateboard wheels. Its interior is designed solely "to make life easier" with features that prioritise storage capacity and utility. This includes bag storage cubbies under the dashboard, in addition to a full-width shelf to increase storage efficiency. 6 With a starting price of €20,000, its an affordable option for motorists Credit: RENAULT 6 The interior prioritises storage capacity and utility Credit: RENAULT 6 Previous generations of the car were not available in the UK Credit: RENAULT Previous generations of the car, like its first 1990 model, were only available in Europe. Similarly, the Twingo ZE, was never sold in the UK and went out of production in 2024.
The Irish Sun
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic 1990s hatchback has comeback CONFIRMED for the UK with bargain start price
A POPULAR car brand has confirmed that its new electric car will arrive in the UK shortly after its launch next year. British motorists will be able to buy the new Renault Twingo electric car in right-hand drive form after its initial launch, Renault boss Fabrice Cambolive has announced. Advertisement 6 The Renault Twingo electric car is set to launch in the UK sometime in 2026 Credit: RENAULT 6 Its seats are colour-matched to the exterior paintwork Credit: RENAULT 6 It features a modern interior while maintaining the charm of early models Credit: RENAULT The car is due to launch in mainland Europe next year but there were doubts about its viability in the UK because of the cost of converting it to a right-hand drive. It is now in its Cambolive said: "The UK is very important in terms of product recognition, because your legacy in terms of cars is very important. Advertisement Read more Motors 'I've followed closely the reaction to the 'The Twingo can be one of the solutions of mobility for the UK tomorrow. "You couldn't have the genuine Twingo in 1992, because right-hand drive didn't arrive until a generation after, but I will put all my pressure and my attention to get the Twingo for the UK as soon as possible [after it is launched in mainland Europe].' The success of Renault's other cars in the UK has reassured Cambolive that the costly risk of producing the right-hand drive model of the Twingo will be worthwhile. Advertisement Most read in Motors Exclusive Its seats mirror the exterior paint, again referencing early models of the car which featured bold upholstery options. Nostalgia underpins the cars design, even in the small details, like the front seatbacks being adjusted using skateboard wheels. Its interior is designed solely "to make life easier" with features that prioritise storage capacity and utility. Advertisement This includes bag storage cubbies under the dashboard, in addition to a full-width shelf to increase storage efficiency. 6 With a starting price of €20,000, its an affordable option for motorists Credit: RENAULT 6 The interior prioritises storage capacity and utility Credit: RENAULT 6 Previous generations of the car were not available in the UK Credit: RENAULT Advertisement Previous generations of the car, like its first 1990 model, were only available in Europe. Similarly, the Twingo ZE, was never sold in the UK and went out of production in 2024.
Scottish Sun
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 1980s Renault 5 Turbo returning as EV ‘beast' in 2027 – as huge brand reveals how much it'll cost
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ICONIC 1980s Renault 5 Turbo is returning as an EV "beast" in 2027. Now, a huge brand has revealed exactly how much it'll cost. 6 The Renault 5 Turbo 3E will be released in 2027 Credit: Renault 6 The new EV can go from zero to 62mph in under 3.5 seconds Credit: Renault 6 A pair of screens are both lifted from the 5 E-Tech Credit: Renault The French car giant has confirmed the Renault 5 Turbo will return in 2027 as the 5 Turbo 3E "mini supercar". Each car will be outrageously fast, hand built, predominantly carbon fire and priced at around £135,000. Its carbon fibre material gives the car a lightweight feel, with the sleek EV hitting the scales at 1,450kg. Plus, by deleting the rear seats, the EV can shed a few extra pounds. Images of the cabin show a reflection of the 5 Turbo 3E's exterior. Driver and passenger will have different coloured bucket seats with six-point harnesses instead of conventional seatbelts, there's hand-woven tartan on the dashboard and smatterings of carbon fibre all round. A pair of screens - a 10.1-inch instrument cluster and 10.25-inch infotainment display - are both lifted from the 5 E-Tech, though the dials in the Turbo 3E will be 1980s retro inspired. Customers will also be able to choose from an endless option of paints or a selection of famous retro racing liveries from Renault's celebrated rallying past. In tribute to its 1980s Group B rally legend, just 1,980 will be produced in a tasteful nod to its predecessor. This road legal car will be one of the most extreme EVs you can buy with number plates and indicators, according to Renault. Much-loved car brand to release new budget EV across Europe with bargain price tag Renault has dubbed the car: "A beast of a car built for rallying, drift and track performance, adapted for the road." Fabrice Cambolive, CEO Renault brand, says it's so extreme that it will dawn a new era of "mini-supercars" - a segment few people expected to see during the transition to green electric vehicles over the next decade. "This exuberant, over-excited model promises the best performance and sensations in just four meters of length, which is unprecedented in the market," Cambolive said. "With this car, Renault continues to make electric vehicles ever more desirable, further extending its ability to provide solutions for every need and every desire." The Turbo 3E has a unique platform sharing very little with the standard electric supermini. Every bodywork panel is new and so is the drivetrain, which includes a pair of in-wheel e-motors that send almost instant power to the rear wheels. In terms of performance, it will undoubtedly be the fastest pocket-sized EV out there. 6 Customers will also be able to choose from an endless option of paints or a selection of famous retro racing liveries Credit: Renault 6 Every bodywork panel is new and so is the drivetrain, which includes a pair of in-wheel e-motors Credit: Renault 6 By deleting the rear seats, the EV can shed a few extra pounds Credit: Renault Boasting a claimed 536bhp, the French brand reckons it will accelerate from zero to 62mph in less than 3.5 seconds - zero to 120mph in under 9 - and have an electronically limited top speed of 168mph that can only be unlocked on track. For overtaking, a button on the steering wheel provides a power boost. Power is drawn from a 70kWh battery pack and is fitted into the floor in a way that will deliver "breathtaking performance and spectacular drift capabilities". The latter is enhanced by a dedicated "drift-assist" function and rally-style vertical handbrake, allowing owners to hone their skidding skills. Range quotes it will be able to cover over 400km - so in excess of 250 miles - on a single charge. It will also feature an adaptive regenerative braking system with four settings, so drivers can tailor how much energy from the 5 Turbo 3E's deceleration can be fed back into the battery's charge depending on how aggressive they want it to slow down. With an 800-volt architecture and DC fast charging at speeds up to 350kW, the battery can be replenished from 15 to 80 per cent in just a quarter of an hour. Anyone interested in bagging one of these beauties will need to be quick, as reservations begin in April.
The Irish Sun
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic 1980s Renault 5 Turbo returning as EV ‘beast' in 2027 – as huge brand reveals how much it'll cost
AN ICONIC 1980s Renault 5 Turbo is returning as an EV "beast" in 2027. Now, a huge brand has revealed exactly how much it'll cost. Advertisement 6 The Renault 5 Turbo 3E will be released in 2027 Credit: Renault 6 The new EV can go from zero to 62mph in under 3.5 seconds Credit: Renault 6 A pair of screens are both lifted from the 5 E-Tech Credit: Renault The French car giant has confirmed the Renault 5 Turbo will return in 2027 as the Each car will be outrageously fast, hand built, predominantly carbon fire and priced at around £135,000. Its carbon fibre material gives the car a lightweight feel, with the Plus, by deleting the rear seats, the EV can shed a few extra pounds. Advertisement read more in Renault Images of the cabin show a reflection of the Driver and passenger will have different coloured bucket seats with six-point harnesses instead of conventional seatbelts, there's hand-woven tartan on the dashboard and smatterings of carbon fibre all round. A pair of screens - a 10.1-inch instrument cluster and 10.25-inch infotainment display - are both lifted from the 5 E-Tech, though the dials in the Turbo 3E will be 1980s retro inspired. Customers will also be able to choose from an endless option of paints or a selection of famous retro racing liveries from Renault's celebrated rallying past. Advertisement Most read in Motors Exclusive Latest In tribute to its 1980s Group B rally legend, just 1,980 will be produced in a tasteful nod to its predecessor. This road legal car will be one of the most extreme EVs you can buy with number plates and indicators, according to Renault. Much-loved car brand to release new budget EV across Europe with bargain price tag Renault has dubbed the car: "A beast of a car built for rallying, drift and track performance, adapted for the road." Fabrice Cambolive, CEO Renault brand, says it's so extreme that it will dawn a new era of "mini-supercars" - a segment few people expected to see during the transition to green electric vehicles over the next decade. Advertisement "This exuberant, over-excited model promises the best performance and sensations in just four meters of length, which is unprecedented in the market," Cambolive said. "With this car, Renault continues to make electric vehicles ever more desirable, further extending its ability to provide solutions for every need and every desire." The Turbo 3E has a unique platform sharing very little with the standard electric supermini. Every bodywork panel is new and so is the drivetrain, which includes a pair of in-wheel e-motors that send almost instant power to the rear wheels. Advertisement In terms of performance, it will undoubtedly be the fastest pocket-sized EV out there. 6 Customers will also be able to choose from an endless option of paints or a selection of famous retro racing liveries Credit: Renault 6 Every bodywork panel is new and so is the drivetrain, which includes a pair of in-wheel e-motors Credit: Renault 6 By deleting the rear seats, the EV can shed a few extra pounds Credit: Renault Advertisement Boasting a claimed 536bhp, the French brand reckons it will accelerate from zero to 62mph in less than 3.5 seconds - zero to 120mph in under 9 - and have an electronically limited top speed of 168mph that can only be unlocked on track. For overtaking, a button on the steering wheel provides a power boost. Power is drawn from a 70kWh battery pack and is fitted into the floor in a way that will deliver "breathtaking performance and spectacular drift capabilities". The latter is enhanced by a dedicated "drift-assist" function and rally-style vertical handbrake, allowing owners to hone their skidding skills. Advertisement Range quotes it will be able to cover over 400km - so in excess of 250 miles - on a single charge. It will also feature an adaptive regenerative braking system with four settings, so drivers can tailor how much energy from the 5 Turbo 3E's deceleration can be fed back into the battery's charge depending on how aggressive they want it to slow down. With an 800-volt architecture and DC fast charging at speeds up to 350kW, the battery can be replenished from 15 to 80 per cent in just a quarter of an hour. Anyone interested in bagging one of these beauties will need to be quick, as reservations begin in April. Advertisement
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Iconic 1980s Renault 5 Turbo returning as EV ‘beast' in 2027 – as huge brand reveals how much it'll cost
AN ICONIC 1980s Renault 5 Turbo is returning as an EV "beast" in 2027. Now, a huge brand has revealed exactly how much it'll cost. 6 6 The French car giant has confirmed the Renault 5 Turbo will return in 2027 as the 5 Turbo 3E "mini supercar". Each car will be outrageously fast, hand built, predominantly carbon fire and priced at around £135,000. Its carbon fibre material gives the car a lightweight feel, with the sleek EV hitting the scales at 1,450kg. Plus, by deleting the rear seats, the EV can shed a few extra pounds. Images of the cabin show a reflection of the 5 Turbo 3E's exterior. Driver and passenger will have different coloured bucket seats with six-point harnesses instead of conventional seatbelts, there's hand-woven tartan on the dashboard and smatterings of carbon fibre all round. A pair of screens - a 10.1-inch instrument cluster and 10.25-inch infotainment display - are both lifted from the 5 E-Tech, though the dials in the Turbo 3E will be 1980s retro inspired. Customers will also be able to choose from an endless option of paints or a selection of famous retro racing liveries from Renault 's celebrated rallying past. In tribute to its 1980s Group B rally legend, just 1,980 will be produced in a tasteful nod to its predecessor. This road legal car will be one of the most extreme EVs you can buy with number plates and indicators, according to Renault. Renault has dubbed the car: "A beast of a car built for rallying, drift and track performance, adapted for the road." Fabrice Cambolive, CEO Renault brand, says it's so extreme that it will dawn a new era of "mini-supercars" - a segment few people expected to see during the transition to green electric vehicles over the next decade. "This exuberant, over-excited model promises the best performance and sensations in just four meters of length, which is unprecedented in the market," Cambolive said. "With this car, Renault continues to make electric vehicles ever more desirable, further extending its ability to provide solutions for every need and every desire." The Turbo 3E has a unique platform sharing very little with the standard electric supermini. Every bodywork panel is new and so is the drivetrain, which includes a pair of in-wheel e-motors that send almost instant power to the rear wheels. In terms of performance, it will undoubtedly be the fastest pocket-sized EV out there. 6 6 6 Boasting a claimed 536bhp, the French brand reckons it will accelerate from zero to 62mph in less than 3.5 seconds - zero to 120mph in under 9 - and have an electronically limited top speed of 168mph that can only be unlocked on track. For overtaking, a button on the steering wheel provides a power boost. Power is drawn from a 70kWh battery pack and is fitted into the floor in a way that will deliver "breathtaking performance and spectacular drift capabilities". The latter is enhanced by a dedicated "drift-assist" function and rally-style vertical handbrake, allowing owners to hone their skidding skills. Range quotes it will be able to cover over 400km - so in excess of 250 miles - on a single charge. It will also feature an adaptive regenerative braking system with four settings, so drivers can tailor how much energy from the 5 Turbo 3E's deceleration can be fed back into the battery's charge depending on how aggressive they want it to slow down. With an 800-volt architecture and DC fast charging at speeds up to 350kW, the battery can be replenished from 15 to 80 per cent in just a quarter of an hour. Anyone interested in bagging one of these beauties will need to be quick, as reservations begin in April.
