My city adventure with Twizy

It looks like a UFO, possibly a quad or scooter with a roof, but it is definitly a car, accurately an electric one. Last weekend I had a chance to drive Renault Twizy and it was a memorable automotive experience, that I wanted to share with you.

I used to drive different cars, but nothing is able to compete with Renault Twizy. This ride was just a great adventure.

First of all – its design is so extraordinary, that driving Renault Twizy can not be unnoticed by the other drivers. Its almost microscopic dimensions, no windows and the fact that both driver and passenger can exit left or right side, impressed everyone on the road and attracted attention. Even the motorcyclists seemed to be interested in Twizy. 

Thanks to the electric drive, Twizy is very rapid. Manufacturer data confirms that it needs 6.6 s to overcome 50 meters from a standing start. It accelerates 0 to 45 km/h in 6.1 seconds. It takes a little longer to spin up to the full speed − according to the manufacturer it is 80 km/h. I managed to squeeze it out to 85 km/h and it is really the maximum.

Renault Twizy range is about 50-80 km − it depends mainly on driving style… Aggressive driving shortens the range, Eco driving allows you to increase it. Every time I parked Twizy in the garage, I had to connect into the socket – it is the only disadvantage.

This car has two seats and although getting back is not very comfortable, the journey itself, even for larger people, runs without any problems. Besides getting in and out city trip for the whole two is really enjoyable.

Twizy is not an expensive car – especially when we appreciate its eye-catching design and functionality in an urban environment. To make things even easier, Twizy does not have a gearbox (on the left side of the steering wheel you find buttons for forward and backward).

Renault Twizy is a very comfortable car to drive around the town. So if you want an extraordinary and economic car, the choice is simple − buy yourself Renault Twizy.

New Renault Espace: technology and comfort

The recent EuroNCAP test awarded New Espace a five-star rating. No surprise: the business-class quality and the irresistible comfort it gives, makes New Espace a perfect car for a demanding driver. Let me explain why.

First – the look. It’s design is very modern - look at the central console, which reminds an airplane cockpit instrumentation with its stylized gear shift and illuminated dial surround. 

Second – your cosiness: the seats supports your unique personal morphologies, driver seat massage function helps you to get a maximum comfort - even for a very long journeys.

Third – the technology. It is controlled by the Multi-Sense system, which is designed to afford your individual driver’s choices.  The Multi-Sense system controls and operates on the others systems: the car’s steering, the 4-wheel steering system, the suspension system, the engine, the EDC transmission and even the interior lighting.

Four preset modes let you to get an unlimited choice of experiences – all you need is one click on the on R-Link2. You may choose Eco, Neutral, Sport or Comfort mode. The last mode ensures the manoeuvrability, that you didn’t expect in this type of a car. If you want to increase the engine responsiveness and hear its characteristic  sporty sound, you should choose Sport mode.

One thing you may found very comfortable is Easy Park Assist. The size of a car (486 cm by 189 cm by 168 cm) makes the system really useful.  Easy Park Assist with its  on-screen instructions helps you to park anywhere – angle, perpendicular or parallel. In automatic-pilot mode, it has a reversing camera, sound signal and the system takes control of the steering wheels.

“Renault's New Espace is a crossover that is generous in proportions, technology, equipment and on-board sensations, inviting driver and passengers to take full enjoyment in travel.” – these are the words of L. Van Den Acker, who summed up the New Espace design. In my opinion, it’s a 100 % true.

New Renault Captur version

Renault is adding top level trim to Renault Captur range.

Renault Captur is second best-selling model in French brand’s line up. Now they are adding new top specification model called “Signature”. 

New Renault Captur Signature spec contains extra kit and some exterior changes over the existing model. We can expect 17 inch alloys, a loooot of chrome detailing and new two-tone paint finish. There are six colors of Renault Captur available right now. New version adds Flame Red paint.

Inside Renault Captur Signature we will find part-leather upholstery, exclusive mats and door sills and some colour-coded detailing on the centre console and air vents.

Renault is also adding some technical options for built  in R-Link tablet. Seven inch touchscreen system now features USB connectivity and upgrade 3D stereo sound system. You will also get rear parking camera with parking sensors.

What do you think about this new Renault Captur version?