The third generation of Renault’s popular Twingo model will embrace the spirit of the original Twingo city car of 1993 as well as the Renault 5 of the 1970s and 80s.
It is priced from £9,495 for the entry-level Expression SCe 70, while the Play SCe 70 – which is expected to be one of the best-selling models – comes in at less than £10,000.
The Twingo will be available in three different trim levels – Expression, Play and Dynamique – and will be powered by a choice of two engines in the shape of the new 1.0-litre 70bhp SCe three-cylinder petrol and a Dynamique TCe 90 with a 0.9-litre 90bhp three-cylinder turbocharged unit.
Connectivity comes as standard through the new smartphone-operated R & GO system while Dynamique models offer the option of the R-Link multimedia system with a seven-inch touchscreen, voice control, TomTom navigation and 3D sound by Arkamys.
But DAB radio, Bluetooth and USB sockets are standard on every version.
All cars are also kitted out with LED daytime running lights, electric front windows, remote central locking, body-coloured bumpers, a rear spoiler, a speed limiter, trip computer and gear-change indicator.
Buyers opting for the more upmarket Play version will see the introduction of air-con, a height-adjustable driver’s seat and steering wheel along with 15-inch black two-tone wheel trims in place of the grey ones supplied with Expression models.
Dynamique versions add in 15-inch alloys, electric heated door mirrors, cruise control, a lane departure warning system, front fog lamps, a leather steering wheel and white instrument backlighting.
There will also be a range of personalisation options to allow customers to create a bespoke Twingo thanks to an interior style pack, interior touch pack, exterior touch pack and a choice of different alloy wheels and side decals.