2022 Renault Twizy Owner’s Manual
The 2022 Renault Twizy solidified its status as a standout option for city commuting by standing out as a distinct and inventive contender in the urban electric car market. With urban mobility in mind, this small, all-electric two-seater provides a quick and environmentally responsible way to navigate congested city streets. The open sides and small footprint of the Twizy’s unique, futuristic form made it a visually appealing and useful choice for short-distance transportation. Its small but effective electric motor gave it adequate range and speed to satisfy city commuters’ daily demands. Furthermore, the vehicle’s utilitarian and simplistic interior complemented the vehicle’s general philosophy of eco-friendly and effective urban transportation.
GEAR CONTROL
Display 1 on the instrument panel indicates the selection control position 2.
Selection control 2
- D: forward
- N: Neutral
- R: reverse
The vehicle can only be started if the charging cord is unplugged from the vehicle and stored away.
Operation
- Switch on the ignition;
- start the engine;
- with your foot on the brake pedal, release the handbrake (refer to the information under “Handbrake” in Section 2). It will now be possible to drive off.
Only engage D or R when the vehicle is at a standstill, with your foot on the brake and the accelerator pedal released.
To protect the charging cord, always check that it is properly stored in its housing before setting off.
Driving
Press switch D, a beep will sound. During driving, press the accelerator pedal to reach the speed desired.
Hill start
When setting off on a slope, release the handbrake whilst pressing the brake pedal before pressing the accelerator pedal.
Steep hill start
When starting on steep hills:
- Press the brake pedal with the left foot to release the handbrake;
- accelerate by pressing the accelerator pedal with the right foot while easing the left foot from the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from reversing.
Reverse
Press the switch R. The reversing light will come on as soon as the reverse gear is selected (ignition on). A beep sounds.
Parking the vehicle
With the vehicle at a standstill, press switch N. Warning light 3 comes on the instrument panel. Engage the handbrake (please see the “Handbrake” information in Section 2).
NB: when the ignition is switched off, the gear control automatically switches to position N.
Temporary stop
At a standstill and with the engine running, when position D or R is engaged, a beep will sound and a warning light flash until one of the following conditions is met:
- brake pedal pressed;
- accelerator pedal pressed;
- press switch N;
- the handbrake is secured.
In the event of an impact to the underside of the vehicle (e.g.: striking a post, raised kerb or other street furniture), this may result in damage to the vehicle (e.g.: twisted axle), the electrical circuit or the traction battery. Do not touch the circuit elements or any fluids or liquids. To prevent any risk of an accident, have your vehicle checked by an authorised dealer. Risk of serious injury or electric shock.
Handbrake
To release:
With the ignition on:
- support on the brake pedal and maintain it sunk ;
- press 2 ;
- gently pull lever 1 towards you, keeping the 2 button pressed down;
- push the lever down as far as it will go.
When stationary and depending on the slope and/or vehicle load, it may be necessary to pull up the handbrake at least two extra notches.
Special conditions
It is not possible to release the hand brake when the 12-volt battery is discharged. You must recharge it (see “12V battery” in Section 4) before you can release the handbrake, or have the 12V battery replaced by an authorised dealer. The handbrake is a vehicle safety measure. It cannot be released unless the ignition is switched on.
To apply:
Pull lever 1 upwards and make sure the vehicle is immobilised. Warning light 3 D will come on on the instrument panel.
Steep hill start
When starting on steep hills:
- press the brake pedal with the left foot to release the handbrake;
- accelerate by pressing the accelerator pedal with the right foot while easing the left foot from the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from reversing.
Make sure that the hand brake is properly released when driving (red indicator light off), otherwise overheating may occur.
VEHICLE RANGE: recommendations
In real usage, the range of an electric vehicle may vary depending on several factors over which you have partial con-trol, which may make a considerable difference to the vehicle range.
These factors are:
- speed and driving style;
- type of road;
- electrical accessories and equipment;
- vehicle loading;
- tyres;
Speed and driving style
High speeds will reduce your vehicle’s range. A “sporty” driving style reduces your vehicle range: opt for a “lighter” driving style. Drive at a constant speed. Adapt your driving style to avoid excessive energy consumption. Please refer to the information on the “Charge meter” in Section 2. Anticipate traffic changes by lifting your foot off the accelerator pedal in order to recover energy.
Road type
Do not try to maintain the same speed up a hill, accelerate no more than you would on the level. Keep your foot in the same position on the accelerator pedal.
Use of electrical accessories and equipment
In the event of freezing, manually de-ice the windscreen (using a scraper) to reduce the usage of the de-icing/demist-ing function and to save energy. Please see the information on “Deicing, demisting the windscreen” in Section 3. The use of electrical accessories (GPS, phone charger, etc.) reduces vehicle range.
Vehicle loading
Avoid pointlessly overloading your vehicle.
Tyres
An under-inflated tyre increases energy consumption. Comply with the specific tyre pressures for your vehicle. When replacing them, you must use tyres made by the same manufacturer, with the same dimensions, type and structure as the originals. Please see the information on “Tyres” in Section 5. For safety reasons, the use of tyres other than those recommended by the manufacturer is prohibited. Failure to respect this recommendation may adversely affect stability, behaviour, braking or the play between the bodywork and the tyres… Some of these effects may lead to the loss of control of the vehicle under certain driving conditions, and lead to an accident and serious injury.
ENVIRONMENT
Your vehicle has been designed with respect for the environment in mind for its entire service life: during production, use and at the end of its life.
Manufacture
Your vehicle has been manufactured at an industrial site which uses a progress policy to reduce environmental impacts on rivers and natural areas (reduction of water and energy consumption, visual and noise pollution, atmospheric emissions and wastewater, sorting and reusing waste).
Please make your own contribution towards protecting the environment too.
- Worn parts replaced in the course of routine vehicle maintenance (vehicle battery, etc.) must be disposed of through specialist bodies.
- At the end of the vehicle’s service life, it should be sent to approved centres to ensure that it is recycled.
- In all cases, comply with local legislation.
Recycling
Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and 95% recoverable. To achieve these objectives, many of the vehicle components have been designed to enable them to be recycled. The materials and structures have been carefully designed to allow these components to be easily removed and reprocessed by specialist companies. In order to preserve raw material resources, this vehicle incorporates numerous parts made from recycled plastics or renewable materials (vegetable or animal-derived materials such as cotton or wool).
CHARGE METER/ECO-CONSUMPTION
Charge meter
The charge meter gives the driver a real-time view of the vehicle’s remaining power.
Power consumption A
The traction battery supplies the electrical energy required for the motor to move the vehicle.
Power recovery B
When driving, if you lift your foot off the accelerator pedal, the motor generates an electrical current during deceleration, and this energy is used to recharge the traction battery.
Eco-consumption
This function shows the driver whether their driving style is suitable for an optivehicle range. To display this function, press the end of the windscreen wiper stalk as many times as necessary. The square C indicates increased range: the more squares there are, the more range there is remaining for the vehicle. Éco ScorE is calculated using the average from the last 1.8 miles (3 kilometres) travelled. After the traction battery is charged, it is calculated based on the last 93 miles (150 kilometres).
Deicing or demisting the windscreen
With the engine running, turn the end of stalk 1. Warning light 2 lights up on the instrument panel. This function enables quick electric deicing/demisting.
To exit this function
Turn the end of stalk 1. Warning light 2 goes out on the instrument panel. Demisting automatically stops approximately 10 seconds after it is activated.
Recommendations
In the event of freezing, manually de-ice the windscreen using a scraper rather than the de-icing/de-misting function in order to reduce your energy consumption.
Accessories socket 3
Located in storage compartment 1, this is provided for connecting accessories approved by the Technical Department with a maximum power of 65 watts (voltage of 12V).
Right-hand storage compartment 4
To open, lift cover 5. To lock and unlock the storage compartment 4, insert the ignition key in lock 6 and turn it.
Rear storage space 10
To unlock seat cushion B and seatback A, insert the ignition key in lock 7 and turn it. The closure 7 enables the seat back and cushion of the rear passenger seat and the rear storage compartment to be locked or unlocked. Unclip the seatback A, then slide it back and pull it towards you. Move the seat cushion B in 8, then pull upwards to unclip the base. Push the seat cushion B and lift it (movement C) to take it out from the runners 9.
Note: when replacing, make sure you lock the cushion and the seat back in place.
Do not place an object or pet on the storage space if it has not first been secured using a specific accessory for the vehicle. Risk of serious injury when braking sharply or in an impact. Ensure that no hard, heavy or pointed objects are placed in the “open” storage compartments in such a way that they may fall onto passengers during sudden turning, braking or in the event of an accident.
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE, FITTINGS
- turn the seat B;
- insert the seat B into the runners 9;
- correctly position the seat B;
- clip the seatback A from top to bottom;
- lock the seat cushion B and the seatback A using lock 7.
Driver’s responsibility
Never use the storage space as a booster seat for a person or pet. Otherwise, this could place your child or pet in danger, or endanger the driver, in the event of hard braking or impact. Risk of death or serious injury.
Driver’s responsibility
Do not place any objects in the storage space if this space is not secured using the specific accessory for your vehicle. Please see an authorised dealer. Risk of serious injury when braking sharply or in heavy impacts.
Brake fluid
The level control should be read with the vehicle on level ground. This should be checked frequently, and immediately if you notice even the slightest loss in braking efficiency.
Accessing the brake fluid reservoir
Unclip the upper bar 2 of the bonnet before moving your hand in 1.
Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic circuit, a specialist must replace the fluid. Only use fluids approved by our Technical Department (and taken from a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for your vehicle. If there is an abnormal or repeated drop in the fluid level, please consult an authorised dealer.
Level 3
It is normal for the level to drop as the linings become worn, but it should never drop below the MIN line. If you wish to check the disc wear yourself, you should obtain the document explaining the checking procedure from our network or from the manufacturer’s website.
LEVELS
Windscreen washer reservoir Topping up
- Open flap 5.
Open cap 4 and fill until you see the liquid. Then close the cap. - Liquid
Special windscreen washer fluid (product with antifreeze in winter). - Jet
Use a pointed tool to adjust the height of the windscreen washer jets.
12V BATTERY (1/2)
The secondary battery is a 12 V battery: this supplies the energy required to operate vehicle equipment (lights, windscreen wipers, audio system, etc) and certain safety systems, such as ABS. For your safety and the proper operation of the vehicle’s electrical equipment (lights, windscreen wipers, etc.), any work on the secondary 12V battery (removal, disconnection, etc.) must be carried out by a specialist.
Risk of serious burns or electric shocks. Respect categorically the replacement intervals (without exceeding them) as stated in the maintenance document. The battery is a specific type. Please ensure it is replaced with the same type. Contact an Authorised Dealer.
Label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
- naked flames and smoking are forbidden;
- eye protection required;
- keep away from children;
- explosive materials;
- please consult the driver’s handbook;
- corrosive materials.
12 VOLT BATTERY (2/2)
Recharging the 12-volt battery It is difficult to access the 12-volt battery. It is therefore recommended that you attach the vehicle plug to a power source: energy is supplied to both the 12-volt battery and the traction battery at the same time. Please refer to the information on “Electric vehicle: charging” in Section 1. Do not forget to switch off the ignition when replacing the traction battery. Immobilising the vehicle for an extended period of time Before immobilisation, you should make sure that:
- the ignition is switched off;
- the side lights and hazard warning lights are switched off;
- the traction battery is fully charged.
After lengthy immobilisation, it is normal to find the traction battery charge level down. In this case, recharge it (see “Electric vehicle: charging” in Section 1).
Connecting a charger to the accessories socket
Only use a charger that is compatible with a nominal voltage of 14.4 volts and a current limited to 5 amps. With the ignition switched on, plug the power supply into the accessories socket 7 located in storage compartment 8. Please consult an authorised dealer. Only connect accessories with a maximum power of 65 watts. When several accessory sockets are used at the same time, the total power of the connected accessories must not exceed 65 watts.
Fire hazard. Do not use booster cables to start the vehicle.
Risk of serious injury.
FAQ
The 2022 Renault Twizy is an ultra-compact, all-electric urban vehicle.
The Twizy typically has two seats, with a tandem seating arrangement.
The range varies depending on driving conditions, but it’s designed for short urban trips.
Charging times are relatively short, often taking a few hours to fully charge.
No, it’s designed primarily for city driving and is not suited for highways.
The top speed is modest, aligning with its purpose as an urban commuter vehicle.
Some models have optional windows, but its design often features open sides.
Storage space is minimal, reflecting its design for short, urban trips.
Safety features include seat belts and airbags, along with a sturdy frame for protection.
It’s best suited for fair weather conditions due to its open design.
It’s often classified as a quadricycle due to its size and power.
It typically does not include traditional heating or cooling systems.
Licensing requirements vary by country and the specific model of the Twizy.
Its acceleration is adequate for city driving, and its compact size allows for nimble handling.
Benefits include ease of parking, zero emissions, and manoeuvrability in tight spaces.