Renault has unveiled the new Twingo RS 133 Cup.
Designed to deliver "a more focused driving experience with less equipment and a lower price," the Cup lacks typical convenience items such as air conditioning, automatic headlights, tinted windows and independent sliding rear seats (they are replaced by a one-piece bench).
While it isn't luxurious, the car boasts a sports suspension with revised damper settings and higher spring rates (10% stiffer front and rear). Other touches include a reduced ride height (it sits 4mm lower than the standard Renaultsport) and anthracite 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels outfitted with Continental Sport Contact3 195/40 tires.
In terms of styling, Renault offers a £150 'black and white' package with Glacier White bodywork and gloss black accents on the door mirrors, rear spoiler and front bumper. Gloss black 17" alloys wheels can also be ordered for £175.
Power comes from the Twingo RS' 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 98 kW (133 hp) and 160 Nm of torque. While performance data wasn't released, the Cup will likely run from 0-100 km/h in 8.7 seconds, before topping out at 201 km/h (125 mph).
Priced from £11,795 (UK), the Twingo RS 133 Cup will start arriving at dealerships this November.
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