Used Renault Twingo for sale in Europe

About the Renault Twingo

The Renault Twingo is a small city car that Renault has built in three main generations since 1993. It is short, easy to park and aimed at urban driving. Buyers range from first-time drivers to households that want a second car for town use.

The first and second generations are front-engined hatchbacks, and the second also offered a diesel. The third generation moved the engine to the rear and is a five-door with rear-wheel drive. An electric version of that generation arrived in 2020.

Our listings run from 1993 to 2026 and include petrol, diesel, LPG and electric cars. Equipment, engines and gearboxes differ a lot between the oldest and newest examples, so compare cars by generation rather than by model name alone.

Generations

• Twingo I (1993-2007) — Front-engined, rounded three-door hatchback with a sliding rear seat and small petrol engines.
• Twingo II (2007-2014) — A larger, more conventional front-engined hatchback with petrol engines, a diesel option and a sporty RS version.
• Twingo III (2014-2024) — Rear-engined five-door developed with Daimler on a platform shared with the Smart ForTwo and ForFour, with an electric version from 2020.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise fairly steadily with newer model years. The overall median is €6,000, but that blends very different cars. A 2010 car has a median of €2,400, and a 2020 car has a median of €10,000. The 2026 model year sits far above the rest, at a median of €23,100. Cars from the early 2000s and before are mostly priced low and vary widely with condition. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Renault Twingo

Inspect the car in daylight, ask for the full service history and take a test drive that includes a cold start and some stop-start driving. Check that the paperwork matches the car.

• Bodywork and corrosion

  Look at sills, wheel arches, door bottoms and the floor for rust, especially on older cars. Check for uneven panel gaps or fresh underseal that could hide poor repairs. Small cars often have a hard city life, so check for parking damage too.

• Damp and ageing electrics · Twingo I

  On cars of this age, press the carpets for damp and check for water stains near the windscreen and doors. Test every window, light and switch. Make sure no warning lights stay on after starting.

• Timing chain and engine noise · Twingo II 1.2 petrol

  Some 1.2 petrol engines use a timing chain. Listen at a cold start for rattling or whining, and ask whether oil changes were done on time. Irregular servicing is a reason to be cautious or to negotiate.

• Automatic gearbox behaviour · Twingo III with EDC

  On cars with the dual-clutch automatic, test slow traffic, hill starts and reversing. Hesitation, jerky changes or warning messages need an explanation. Ask whether any gearbox service or software updates were carried out.

• Rear engine access · Twingo III

  With the engine at the rear, leaks and low fluid levels are easy to miss. Check the oil level, look underneath for drips and ask for proof of regular servicing. Check the cooling system and listen for unusual noises when idling.

• Battery and charging checks · Twingo Electric

  Ask for a battery state-of-health report from a Renault dealer or a diagnostic tool. Check the charging port for damage and the supplied cable for wear. Test a charge before committing, if the seller allows it.

• Gas system documents · LPG versions

  Find out whether the LPG system is factory-fitted or an aftermarket conversion. Ask for the installation and inspection records, and check the tank and pipework for damage. Make sure the car also runs smoothly on petrol.

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