The Renault Twingo GT not only striking for its suggestive design, but also for its engine and a fun behavior that does not disappoint. We tested it!

Developed by Renault Sport, Clio and Mégane as effective R.S., acronyms GT define the Twingo sportier. And not only in appearance, with a air outlet in the rear left side, the diffuser, its dual exhaust, the 17 “wheels or Renault Sport logos, although highlights mechanical changes and frame it brings.

He gasoline engine riding this Renault Twingo GT is a tricilíndrico 0.9 TCe passing 90 to 109 hp. 19 hp increase may not seem much, but they represent more than 21 percent of its power, which suggests that the work has not only consisted of giving greater pressure turbo. Not surprisingly, after the air outlet on the left wing we found a huge fan capable of reducing the temperature of the air in the turbo captures 12 percent, while flow increases one 23. Moreover, raises the rotation speed of the turbo, the fuel pump flow increases and the refrigeration It is optimized. The result is a very strong response, with great feeling of acceleration and maximum fun, although their numbers are close to those of a medium power utility. Improve power stretched more, because with tight developments change comes very fast cutting. And if the benefits significantly increase, reducing in two seconds from 0 to 100 km / h, so does the consumption, with an increase of 1.1 l / 100 km city and 0.7 highway (see end of article the table essential technical data and measured by the Highway Technical Center).

At chassis of the Renault Twingo GT, we find new dampers, firmer springs and short, Thicker and 17 “wheels roll bar. From the first meters it feels very athletic, but lack quality bacheo and a little rebotón shown that the firm is not perfect, what less accurate. his traction engine and rear They are a big plus for traction, but seek very specific reactions. He ESP stability is very intrusive -and that has been recalibrado- while crosswind gusts affect him much.

Renault Twingo GT: sporty interior and youthful

If he Exterior Twingo GT has many striking elements, inside it happens somewhat the same. We can not look away from the specific upholstery fabric / leather, aluminum pedals, the doorsills with Renault Sport logo and other exclusive touches this color GT version.

In its cabin, we also found several details to improve. Bracket smartphone partially cover the buttons Y screen infotainment system, Meanwhile he gearknob winter It transmits very cold and in summer probably burn.

With regard to seats Twingo GT, They are beautiful in design, but do not seek comfort or ergonomics. In our view, the door sill and floor are very high, but allow you to view traffic very well. As for the rear seats, they have more space than it seems.

Renault Twingo GT: our conclusion

He Renault Twingo GT is a city ​​car with a high emotional power and it draws much attention to the monotonous traffic that usually surrounds us, what for many will be sufficient excuse for his lack of comfort. Consumption, slightly raised easily forget us as we decide pedal the throttle and regale us with his response feline agility. Pity his ESP is not disconnectable.

Renault Twingo GT: technical data

MEASUREMENTS	Renault Twingo GT
Acel. 0-100 km / h	9.8 s
Overtaking 80-120 km / h in 4th	8.0 s
Loudness 100 km / h	70.6 dB
Loudness 120 km / h	72.6 dB
Weight scale	1,026 kg
Consumption city	6.7 l / 100 km
Consumption Highway	6.2 l / 100 km
average consumption	6.5 l / 100 km
front width	131 cm
rear width	125 cm
front height	93-100 cm
rear height	90 cm
Legroom	66 cm
Trunk	195 liters

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